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DeJong said the design of the property was influenced by the Skamania Lodge in the Columbia River Gorge. He said he envisions it as the type of place you can enjoy the view and the amenities with it’s only limit being there is no beach access planned. To access the beach, those staying at the resort would have to travel into Pacific City or Neskowin.

As it now stands, plans call for a 85- to 90-room hotel, 16 condo units, and 49 residential lots. To meet Tillamook County’s requirement of at least 50 percent open space, DeJong is planning for a three-hole golf course, a community center, swimming pool, tennis courts, and trails. The golf course is not imagined as being available to the general public, but will be an amenity to those staying at the resort.

The proposal first came to light in June 2010 when DeJong made a similar presentation to the CPAC. At that time, the project featured a 60- to 80-room hotel, 60 to 70 cabins and 18 large residential lots. DeJong said that a closer look at the economic feasibility of the project was the impetus for the changes.

A critical piece for the approval of the development is the planned destination resort overlay that the property lies in. Amongst the requirements for this overlay are setting aside a certain amount of money for open space. In addition, the resort must also have a restaurant with seating for 100 and 150 units available for short-term rental. DeJong said the intent will be to sell the lots with the idea that

they will be entered into a short-term rental pool, which would likely be managed by the hotel.

One concern raised by CPAC members was if the development would usher in a significant retail presence. But Tillamook County Planner Brad Sheets said that under the restrictions of a planned destination resort, commercial developments will be limited to those necessary to serve those staying on site.

DeJong added he is excited about leveraging the property’s proximity to Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge and would like to ultimately see paths leading from the resort to any public use areas on the refuge. U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is currently going through a review process to determine if additional public uses will be added in the coming years.

“Our intent is to utilize (the refuge) and have that as something (for renters) to see,” he said. “We want to promote the refuge.”

Though it’s anyone’s guess how long the approval process will take, DeJong said he hopes to get it through the approval process in 18 months time.

He hopes to begin construction within three years. The developer will have five years from the approval date to have “substantial construction” of the project completed.

DeJong is developing the property for the Eulav Pearn Life Estate. To proceed, he will next have to formally apply for the overlay. Following that will be a step similar to a subdivision process that will allow Tillamook County and the public to comment on many of the plan details. For more information, call Tillamook County Department of Community Development at 503-842-3408.

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DeJong also indicated his interest in pursuing an intersection realignment and gas station where Brooten Road crosses Highway 101. He said only a small part of the 122 acres owned by the Pearn family is being considered for development.

Though this plan is in its infancy, he said amongst the ideas being proposed are a visitor’s center and possibly an overlook onto the northern portion of the Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge, which abuts this property. He said he expects to talk to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in the near future about scenarios that could work.

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Chief Kris Weiland said he hopes to have revised cost estimates available in time for the board of director’s Jan. 11 meeting at which time the board will likely make a decision whether to move forward with the current plan. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at the Beaver Fire Station.

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At the north end of the building will rest a more than 2,000 square foot area that will be developed at a later date.

The plan is to pour a concrete floor and insulate but not finish the walls. It is in this area that the district hopes to eventually construct a kitchen, community room and emergency operations center/ training room.

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Boone applauded for work on emergency preparedness SALEM – Representative Deborah Boone (D- Cannon Beach) was honored on Dec. 7 for leading the charge on the creation of the Oregon Resilience Plan by Richard Reed, President Barack Obama’s Special Assistant for National Security Affairs and Senior Director for Resilience.

Geological evidence shows that our region is vulnerable to a major earthquake in the near future. Seismic improvements must be made to schools and businesses to protect our citizens and economy in the event that this occurs.

The plan, passed in the 2011 Legislative Session as House Resolution 3, directs the Oregon Seismic Safety Policy Advisory Commission (OSSPAC) to make recommendations on policy direction to protect lives and keep commerce flowing in the event of a major earthquake.

“I would like to thank the fine people at OSSPAC, as well as community members Jay Raskin and Edward Wolf, for their hard work in helping House Resolution 3 become reality,” said Boone.

“All Oregonians need to be aware of the importance of emergency preparedness.

Being prepared for an emergency will save lives and put the region on track for a better recovery.”

The plan is will be delivered to the Legislature by Feb. 28, 2013.

Tickets available for winter and spring Brewers Dinners PACIFIC CITY — A limited number of tickets are still available for the Pelican Pub & Brewery’s Winter and Spring Brewers Dinners. The winter dinner is taking place on Saturday, Jan. 28, which will be a collaboration with Ben Love, former assistant head brewer at the Pelican and head brewer of Hopworks, and Van Havig. The dinner will feature a selection of Pelican beers as well as beers from Ben and Van’s new brewery, Gigantic Brewing. The spring dinner is taking place Saturday, April 21. 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 the 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 as well as 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 by calling 503-9653674 or e-mailing events@pelicanbrewery.com. For more information about the weekend packages, contact the Inn at Cape Kiwanda at 888-965-7001.

Clever on the keyboard John Nilsen returns to Pacific City’s Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church on Jan. 14 PACIFIC CITY — For renowned pianist John Nilsen, there’s no better place to be than on the stage and performing his eclectic musical recipe that draws on inspirations from the Beatles to Neil Young, the Pat Metheny Group to Bruce Cockburn.

Music lovers will be once again treated to Nilsen’s piano magic on Saturday, Jan. 14 when he returns to “The Home of the Dory Fleet” for a 7 p.m. concert at Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church. The return engagement is an encore of his popular summer 2010 concert in Pacific City and is the opening act for the Pacific City Arts Association’s 2012 season of arts and cultural events. The concert is cosponsored by the Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church.

One of the Northwest’s largest selling musical artists, Nilsen has released 17 recordings, most with his highly successful independent record company, Magic Wing. He has also released recordings in Germany, Taiwan, Canada, the Philippines, Great Britain, and Singapore. With CD sales approaching 1 million copies, Nilsen performs his signature instrumental pieces of jazz, classical, folk and rock throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. Nilsen currently performs solo piano concerts, concerts with the John Nilsen Trio and can also be seen performing with his guitar/vocal band, John Nilsen & Swimfish. Nilsen regularly joins Michael Allen Harrison and other acclaimed pianists for the Ten Grands benefit concert in Portland.

“As a performer, I like exploring beyond the boundaries of my recorded songs,” he says. “It gives me the chance to offer something special, spontaneous and personal to my audience. The entire performance hinges on the connection not only between the players, but with the audience as well.”

Born in Seattle, Nilsen and his family moved to Portland in 1960. He began studying classical piano from his mother, a private piano instructor, at age six. Composing has been a part of Nilsen’s musical career since he was 9 years old, when his mother

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PIANIST John Nilsen will perform Saturday, Jan. 14 at Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church during the Pacific City Art Association’s first concert of the season. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased in advance at the Pacific City Inn (503-965-6464) or Rowboat Gallery (503-965-4590). encouraged him to write compositions for homework. Continuing his musical education, he began playing guitar at age 14. Nilsen graduated from Southern Oregon College in 1979 with a Bachelor of Arts in English and was honored by the institution in 1995 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Nilsen performed as a guitarist/ vocalist in many folk and rock bands in the 1970s and 1980s before dedicating himself to recording. His 17th recording on Magic Wing and newest solo piano CD, “Places I Go,” was released in November 2009. A collection of 11 songs, “Places I Go,” Nilsen’s first solo piano recording in 24 years, features nine original compositions, which colorfully combine elements of folk, classical and jazz. “‘Places I Go’ is a metaphor for me going to these songs. Maybe the song is about Paris or San Francisco, but there is a double meaning,” he says.

“These songs become places I go.”

In addition to touring, Nilsen is currently composing pieces for what will become his 18th recording.

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From the bustle of a French café to the torrent of a raging stream, his music inspires us to look more carefully, to feel more deeply, and to celebrate our lives.

Tickets to Nilsen’s Pacific City performance are $10 and may be reserved or purchased in advance at the Pacific City Inn, 35280 Brooten Road (503-9656464) or from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Rowboat Gallery, 34950 Brooten Road (503-965-4590). Tickets will be available at the door. Tickets for students are free.

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Noble Wayside still in the running for ODOT dollars CLOVERDALE — The vision of developing a community park at Noble Wayside got one step closer to reality on Dec. 16 when the Oregon Department of Transportation announced that Tillamook County’s application for a $253,903 flex fund grant survived the first round of cuts.

Tillamook County’s application, which calls for the creation of a park and ride that would include bus stations on either side of Highway 101 in downtown Cloverdale, was one of 35 projects that survived to round two. According to Paul Levesque, director of contracts, facilities and fleet for Tillamook County, final determination is expected between late March and early April. ODOT’s Flexible Funds Program will distribute $21 million for non-highway transportation projects in 2012. The minimum award is $50,000.

Levesque said he’s optimistic about Tillamook County’s chances.

“I remain hopeful,” he said. “I think we have a very strong application. The fact that it has components that deal with sustainability and the fact that we have a health center right next door to the (proposed) bus stop all give very strong attributes (to the application) that will be hard to ignore by ODOT reviewers.”

The proposed development would include a wayside featuring restrooms, parking, river access, picnic benches and a public fishing platform — a development that Cloverdale business owners have dreamed of for more than 10 years.

Levesque said that if the county does get the nod from ODOT, development of the site would not be completed until sometime in 2013.

Before construction could start, the county will have to do an environmental assessment as well as complete engineering of the plan. Currently they only have a preliminary design produced by licensed surveyor Doug Kellow.

OSU Extension Service program seeks to strengthen lives of women TILLAMOOK — The OSU Extension Service in Tillamook will offer the “Strong Women Program,” a strength training program for middle-aged and older women, Jan. 6 to March 30, 2012. The program runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with a 45-minute session at noon. The 1:30 p.m. class is held on Mondays and Fridays.

Classes are held at the OSU Extension Service meeting room in Tillamook, 2204 Fourth Street. Hand and ankle weights are provided. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.

Registration is required one week prior to the program. Classes are limited to 15 participants per session. To register, participants must complete the required screening and enrollment forms and pay the $30 registration fee.

All new participants must attend the mandatory orientation on Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 11 a.m.

Women over age 70 or those with other chronic health conditions must first obtain a release from their medical provider. Registration packets are available at the OSU Extension Service, 2204 Fourth Street in Tillamook, or by calling 503-842-3433.

The Strong Women Program was developed by Miriam Nelson, PhD, Tufts University professor. It is based upon research that revealed how strength training and proper nutrition improve the health of women of all ages. Research shows that strength training improves bone density, reduces falls, improves arthritis symptoms, and increases flexibility and strength.

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Late December rains usher in quality steelhead runs on the Nestucca River

By PAT GEFRE for the Sun Finally, the dry spell is over and we are receiving some much needed rain.

Yes, I know that may not be popular sentiment with a lot of folks — I too have enjoyed the almost rain-free, sunny December. But for the sake of the fisheries and fishermen alike, the rains are indeed a welcomed event. There is little snow pack in the North Coast Mountains and if we are to have enough water for spring chinooks come May and June and summer steelhead come June and July, we need some precipitation.

Now that the rains have come, they are in torrential proportions. The big Nestucca started out the morning of Wednesday, Dec. 28 at 4.3 feet and ended up that same evening at 10.1 feet. That’s a jump of almost six feet in only a few hours. As you might expect, that kind of a rise in river levels took the Nestucca from low and clear to high and muddy resembling creamed coffee. It will be a few days before the Nestucca is fishable again, but it could be worse.

Because the ground was very dry before the rain began and there is little snow pack, river conditions can correct very quickly. Combine that with Meadow Lake Reservoir at the top of the Nestucca being low for this time of year, there will be no need to dump excess water our way and good fishing conditions should be forthcoming within a few days.

Although the high waters negatively affect the Nestucca’s fishability, it is almost the opposite for Three Riv-

New rules for marine reserves begin Jan. 1 NEWPORT – The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is reminding anglers that harvest restrictions at two marine reserve sites, Redfish Rocks and Otter Rock, will take effect starting Jan. 1, 2012.

The new rules prohibit harvest activities, such as fishing and crabbing, within the boundaries of the marine reserves.

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ers. This high water has sent steelhead that have been trapped in the Nestucca because of low water conditions flying up Three Rivers in large numbers. By the afternoon on Wednesday, Dec. 28, folks started lining the banks of Three Rivers from the hatchery down through the S-curves and the stump hole on Highway 22 in hopes of catching some of the steelhead that are filling all the holes on Three Rivers. It’s a very different sort of fishery — fishermen have to adjust to high water conditions. Most switch to very bold bright colors, add scent and fish the softer waters near the bank.

Steelhead will hold near the edges trying to escape the fast waters in the center of the stream. Heavier line is needed as the current is very fast, and when steelhead are hooked, the first thing they usually do is head for open water trying to use the current’s strength to their advantage aiding in their escape. With the water high, off-color heavy lines won’t deter the bite either. Being prepared with heavier gear will prevent losing more fish than you land.

Once the rain turns off — or at least moderates — and the Nestucca River drops to under 6.5 feet, it should be full on, all ahead, for steelheading. Improved water height will give the boaters an opportunity to spread out a bit and not be crowded into one limited area. Salmon, by now, should have made their way upstream into their traditional spawning grounds during the high water, leaving winter steelhead — both native and broodstock — to file in right behind.

The numbers get decent in January and even better in February and March.

This year looks to be a banner year as early returning natives that fishermen have been catching and releasing are a good indicator of the strength of the run.

Have a prosperous New Year, look for a new report next year, and remember everyone needs a new license as of Jan. 1, 2012.

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A vibrant violinist ORETOWN — Violinist Mark Kaplan and his pianist-collaborator Yael Weiss will present the third Neskowin Chamber Music concert of the season on Sunday, Jan. 8 at 3 p.m. in the chapel at Camp Winema north of Neskowin.

Kaplan has performed with nearly every major American and European orchestra, including the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestras, the Cleveland and Philadelphia Orchestras, the Chicago and National Symphony Orchestras, as well as the Berlin Philharmonic and three orchestras in London. From 1997 to 2005, he was Professor of Violin at UCLA. In the Fall of 2005, he joined the faculty of the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University.

Yael Weiss has an equally extensive performance background in the United States, Europe, Japan, Korea, and South America at such venues as the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, and London’s Wigmore Hall. She is a frequent soloist with major orchestras in Seattle, Prague, and Jerusalem. Weiss has also been a regular guest on NPR, the BBC, and WQXR and WNYC in New York City and has presented numerous master classes at universities in the U.S. and Europe. She is currently on the music faculty at Indiana University.

Her devotion to chamber music led to the formation of the Weiss-Kaplan-Newman Trio with Kaplan and cellist Clancy Newman in 2001. As a duo, she and Kaplan have performed at various music festivals in Europe and the U.S. Their performances embrace what they call “the music of the future while offering fresh insights into three centuries of masterworks.” The New York Times called their performance with Newman “three strong voices, locked in sequence.”

Kaplan and Weiss will also present an outreach program on Monday, Jan. 9 at 8:45 a.m. at Taft High School in Lincoln City.

Camp Winema is located three miles north of Neskowin, just west of Highway 101. Individual tickets are available at the door for $25, but people should call 503-965-6499 to get on a waiting list.

Season tickets for all the concerts cost $110. For more information, visit www.neskowinchambermusic.org or call 503-965-6499.

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Violinist Mark Kaplan (above) and pianist Yael Weiss will perform the third Neskowin Chamber Music concert of the 2011-12 season on Sunday, Jan. 8 at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Camp Winema, located between Pacific City and Neskowin. Individual tickets are available at the door for $25, but concert goers should call 503-965-6499 to get on a waiting list. The duo will also present an outreach program on Monday, Jan. 9 at 8:45 a.m. at Taft High School in Lincoln City.

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A non-denominational Bible-believing church that loves families. Weekly Sunday School all ages, 9:45; Morning Worship, 11 a.m.; High School Youth Group, 6 p.m.

Cloverdale Baptist Church, 34464 Bridge Street, Cloverdale. 503-3923104. Sunday School at 10 a.m., Sunday Worship at 11 a.m. & 6 p.m., Wednesday prayer at 7 p.m.

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Countryside Church of the Nazarene, 19005 Hwy. 101 S., Cloverdale. 503-398-5454. Sunday school 9:45, Sunday worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Healing Waters Church of God 13725 VFW Hall (behind NAPA store), Cloverdale, 503-965-3669. Come worship in the Pentecostal tradition.

Adult and children Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Sunday church service at 10:30 a.m.

Handicap-accessible.

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) 503-3924111. 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. Also Weekly Bible Studies.

St. joseph’s Catholic Church, 34560 Parkway Drive, Cloverdale. 503392-3685. Weekend mass: Saturday at 6:30 p.m., Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

WiNeMa Christian Church, 5195 WiNeMa Road, Cloverdale, OR. 503-3923953. Proclaiming the Word of God in the historic Chapel on WiNeMa Camp Campus. Sunday Worship at 10:45 a.m. with Bible School at 9:30 a.m.

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NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION AND THREE COURSE DINNER Dec. 31, 6 p.m.-midnight. Pelican Pub & Brewery, 33180 Cape Kiwanda Dr. Special three course dinner, live entertainment by the Ted Vaughn Blues Band, and Pelican beer toast at midnight. $50 per person, reservations required. 503-965-7007.

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY WITH THE ROCKHOUNDS Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Sportsman’s Pub-NGrub, 34975 Brooten Rd. The Rockhounds provide rock-n-roll music from the 50s, 70s, 80s and more. No cover charge. Party favors and complimentary champagne toast at midnight.

503-965-9991.

CAPE MEARES LAKE KAYAK TOUR: THE LAKE & THE LOST CITY Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-4 p.m. Jan. 1, 10 a.m. Run by Kayak Tillamook. $65 includes kayak, life vest, equipment and a thermos of hot apple cider. Come 15 minutes early for the two hour paddle. Pre-register and prey-pay at www.kayaktillamook.com. For details, call 503-866-4808.

CHAMPAGNE TASTING Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Twist Wine Co., 6475 Pacific Ave. Taste 5 champagnes from Chartogne-Taillet in the Champagne region of France. $25 - preregister at 503-965-NUTS. Only 20 spots available.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BINGO Dec. 31. Rockaway Beach Lion’s Club. Call 503-355-3075 or 503-355-8210 for time and directions.

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY WITH BRETHERN THREAD Dec. 31, 9 p.m. Oar House Bar and Grill, Pacific City. Complimentary champagne Jello shots at midnight. No cover charge. 503-9656001.

MANZANITA POLAR PLUNGE Jan. 1, 11 a.m. Neahkahnie Beach. Pose for group photo before running into the water at 11:12 a.m. 503-368-4777 or janice@spamanzanita.com.

SALISHAN RESOLUTION RUN Jan. 1, 8:30 a.m. Meet at Salishan Pro Shop in Gleneden Beach. $20 includes long-sleeve tee; tee purchase not required. 800-452-2300.

DEVILS LAKE DUNK Jan. 1, 11 am. Regatta Park in Lincoln City.

Start the New Year with Lincoln City’s version of a polar bear plunge. Free event - three glass floats will be given away. 541-921-2306.

ROSE BOWL PARTY Jan. 2, 1 p.m. Sportsman’s Pub-N-Grub.

Game starts at 2:10 p.m. Complimentary snacks. 503-965-9991.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT Mondays, Jan. 2 & 9, 5:30 p.m.-close. Pelican Pub & Brewery. Table tennis, board games, and Monday night football. 503-965-7007.

PACIFIC CITY-NESTUCCA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING Jan. 3, noon. Pelican Pub & Brewery. Speaker is Nestucca Valley School District Superintendent.

Kathryn Hedrick. Optional $7 lunch. 503-3924340 or www.pcnvchamber.org.

TRIVIA NIGHT Tuesdays, Jan. 3 & 10, 7-9 p.m. Pelican Pub & Brewery. 503-965-7007.

BINGO NIGHT Wednesdays, Jan. 4 & 11, 7-9:30 p.m. Kiawanda Community Center. $1 cards, good for 12 games. 503-965-7900.

DINE OUT FOR SCHOOLS Wednesdays, Jan. 4 & 11, 4 p.m.-close. Pelican Pub & Brewery. 10% sales donated to three local schools. 503-965-7007.

OSU MASTER GARDENER TRAINING PROGRAM Jan. 4 is pre-registration deadline. Certification classes are $100. Call 503-842-3433 to register.

15% TO SCHOOLS THURSDAYS Jan. 5 & 12. Sportsman’s Pub-N-Grub. !5% of all food and merchandise sales go to local schools. 503-965-9991.

STORY TIME Fridays, Jan. 6 & 13, 1-1:30 p.m. South Tillamook County Library in Pacific City. For ages 3-5 years old. 503-965-6163.

OREGON COAST RECORDER SOCIETY CONCERT Jan. 6, 7:30 p.m. St. Peter the Fisherman’s Lutheran Church, Lincoln City. Bring nonperishable or money donation for Food Share of Lincoln County.

GUITAR WORKSHOP AND PERFORMANCE Jan. 7. Bay City Arts Center. John Stowell Jazz guitar workshop 1 p.m. $20. Performance

JOHN NILSEN CONCERT Jan. 14, 7 p.m. Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church. Cosponsored by NVPC and Pacific City Arts Association. Tickets $10; students free. Pianist, guitarist, songwriter presents jazz, classical, and folk music. plus soup/bread supper 5 p.m. $7. All levels welcome. 503-377-9620.

LIVE MUSIC: DEADWOOD REVIVAL Jan. 7, 7 p.m. Lincoln City Cultural Center.

“Progressive-old-time jamgrass.” Tickets $10 advance; $12 at the door. Call 503-994-9994 tickets.

TILLAMOOK COUNTY YMCA OPEN HOUSE Jan. 8, 1-3 p.m. 610 Stillwell Ave., Tillamook.

Check out the facilities and enjoy refreshments.

503-842-9622.

NESTUCCA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD MEETING Jan. 9, 6 p.m. Nestucca Valley Jr./Sr. High School. 503-392-4892.

BAKED POTATO LUNCH Jan. 11, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Nestucca Valley Presbyterian Church. $5 for potato with toppings, dessert, and drink. Proceeds go to South Tillamook County Library Club.

AUTHOR TALK: RICHARD POWERS Jan. 11, 6:30 p.m. Tillamook County Library.

Powers will discuss the writing and publishing of his novel, “The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy.” Free. 503-842-4792.

TILLAMOOK BAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS Jan. 11, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 36155 9th St., Nehalem. $12 for AARP members; $14 non-members. 503-842-8222 ext. 1320.

NESTUCCA FIRE BOARD MEETING Dec. 11, 7 p.m. Beaver Fire Station. Call 503965-6014.

“S/HE BOP: MAKING SENSE OF GENDER IN AMERICAN POP MUSIC” Jan. 14, 1 p.m. Tillamook County Pioneer Museum. Speaker Sarah Dougher. Great Speaker Series. Free and open to the public. 503-8424553 or www.tcpm.org.

BOOK READING Jan. 14, 7 p.m. Bay City Arts Center. Local authors Tricia Gates Brown and Judith B. Allen.

Free. 503-377-9620.

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AUTHOR RICHARD POWERS will discuss his first novel, “The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy,” during an evening discussion on Wednesday, Jan. 11 at Tillamook County Library.

Novelist to share the secrets of ‘The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy’ Tillamook — Tillamook County Library will host novelist Richard Powers for an evening discussion on Wednesday, Jan. 11 on the writing and publishing of his novel, “The Astoria Chinatown Conspiracy.” The free event starts at 7 p.m. at the library’s main branch in downtown Tillamook. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and refreshments will be served.

A semi-retired psychology professor, Powers still teaches a course in conflict resolution at Portland State University.

He has a life-long interest in studying cooperation and in helping students learn to see the world through the eyes of the “other.”

After retiring to the Oregon Coast, he discovered the importance of the Chinese immigrant to the Pacific Northwest fishing industry. He also learned

how the Chinese struggled to work and live in America aka Gum Shan (Gold Mountain) amid a climate of discrimination and hatred. Many Oregonians have never heard of the Chinese Exclusion Acts (in effect from 1882 to 1943) or of the repression of the Chinese worker during this period in America’s history.

“The Astoria Chinatown” Conspiracy” shows what life might have been like for the Chinese cannery worker during 1886, one of the worst years for the Chinese in the Pacific Northwest.

When not writing fiction, Richard enjoys tennis, clogging, and walking Oregon’s beautiful beaches with his wife, Elki. This is his first novel.

Copies of Richard’s novel will be available for purchase after the program. For more information, call 503842-4792.

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Come As You Are! Sunday Adult Classes 9 a.m Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Worship Services: 10-11 a.m. Fellowship follows.

Friday Bible Class: 10-11 a. m.

Choir Practice: Thursday Evening, 6-7 p.m.

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Tillamook South County Health Center

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Dr. John Zimmerman “My heart’s desire is to partner with patients in an open, forthright, and honest way in order to help create realistic plans for improving their lives all.”

Donna Jose, ANP “I enjoy the challenge of providing health care that reflects the unique life experiences of each person, and try to foster relationships that are built on mutual respect, honesty, and trust.”

Autumn Bruce, RN “I strive to make individual/ family health a priority and work with them to achieve optimum health in our community...it is an honor.”

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PACIFIC CITY — Concerned about the world around you, but lacking the insight you need to do something about today’s challenges? Coastal Think Tanks, a series of six spring forums hosted by the Pacific City-Nestucca Valley Chamber of Commerce and designed to hone in on topics of significance to our coastal communities may just be the answer.

The Sunday seminars start March 4 and will include the following topics: “From Print to Pixels: The Act of Reading in the Digital Age,” “Tracking Godzilla: Images of Nuclear Radiation in Film and Media,” “A City’s Center: Rethinking Downtown,” “The New Economics of Local Information,” “Using and Preserving Oregon’s Natural Resources,” and “Marking Our Territory: How to Read Local Landscapes.”

Discussions on the varied subjects will be facilitated by select scholars and specialists in their fields sponsored by Oregon Humanities.

“These are subjects of value to government officials, CPACs, community organizations, and the general public,” said Jose Solano, acting president of the Chamber. “The forums initiate conversations that serve as springboards for further discussions and planning to eventual implementation.”

Because registration is limited to 35, Solano is encouraging those interested to purchase $35 passes early. The passes are available at Inn at Pacific City, 35215 Brooten Road.

Passes can be transferred to friends or family if you cannot make one of the seminars.

The Chamber is also seeking sponsors to help defray costs for facility lodging, venue rentals, brochure and printing expenses, and more. Contributors will receive a season pass for each $100 contributed and credited as a sponsor on event promotional material.

For more information, contact Solano at 503-965-2244.

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PACIFIC CITY — Looking for a way to supercharge your fitness level as you zoom about the new year? Zumba classes may just be your ticket to a fitter 2012.

Licensed instructor Susie Wenrick will begin a series of Zumba classes Jan. 4 at the Shops at the Village complex in downtown Pacific City. The classes will be held on the west end of the center.

A Latin-style dance aerobics, Zumba is excellent for cardio fitness and training, says Wenrick.

Certified in both Zumba Gold and Zumba Basic, Wenrick has more than 20 years experience as a fitness instructor. The classes will run Monday and Wednesday mornings, 8:30-9:30 a.m. and Monday afternoons, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

The classes cost $30 for 10 classes or $5 for drop-in participants. For more information, contact Wenrick at seaq@oregoncoast.com.

Cougar hunting closes SALEM — ODFW is closing cougar hunting through the end of this year in the Coast/ North Cascades region, after reaching the zone’s quota of 120 cougars.

Since Jan. 1, 2011, 120 cougars have been killed by sporthunters or in response to damage or public safety concerns in Zone A (Coast/North Cascade). ODFW closes sport hunting if a zone’s quota is reached.

The closure only applies to sport hunting.

Cougars may still be killed if they are threatening livestock, pets or human safety.

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Fred Bassett played to a packed house during “Happy Birthday, Kathy — A Christmas Celebration,” the debut performance of Beaver’s “The Mercantile,” which is envisioned as a place for folk artists of all types to share their music and art. Operating under the umbrella of Folk Fellowship, The Mercantile will feature a series of folk concerts this spring, including an April performance by David Roth, who has played annual concerts in Pacific City for the past nine years. Folk Fellowhip is currently looking for volunteers to help with filing for non-profit status, grant writing and more, as well as talented folk artists from a variety of different media. To find out how you can contribute, contact Bassett at folkfellowship@gmail.com or call 503-398-5720.

One last hurrah!

PACIFIC CITY — Bid a fond farewell to 2011 and a welcome to the wonders of the coming year during one of four end-of-the-year bashes as revelers come together to fete the beginning of 2012 on Saturday, Dec. 31.

Twist Wine Co. Get a start on the celebrations with a celebratory champagne toast at Twist Wine Co., 6475 Pacific Ave., where a tasting event featuring selections from Chartogne-Taillet, a small producer from the Champagne region of France will be on tap. Twist’s tasting room will be open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. on New Year’s Eve. Space is limited. Call 503-965-NUTS to reserve your spot.

Sportsman’s Pub-n-Grub Rock ‘n roll will be the main course at the Sportsman’s Pub-n-Grub, 34975 Brooten Road, 503-965-9991. On hand to help usher in the new year will be the Rockhounds, known for playing favorites from the ‘50s through the ‘80s. As the clock strikes midnight, the Sportsman’s will bring out complimentary party favors and a champagne toast to fete the new year. No cover charge.

Oar House Bar and Grill The music of Brethren Thread will lay down the beat starting at 9 p.m. at the Oar House Bar & Grill, 34455 Brooten Road, 503-965-6001. At midnight, revelers will be treated to complimentary champagne Jello shots. No cover charge.

Pelican Pub & Brewery Starting at 6 p.m. on Dec. 31, two musical acts will set the tone for 2011’s parting with guitarist Rod Whaley returning for the third straight year in the restaurant’s main seating area and up-andcoming blues act The Ted Vaughn Blues Band taking the stage in the banquet room where the Pelican will serve a three-course meal and New Years Eve party. Tickets for the three-course meal are $50.

Reservations to the banqet room farewell to 2011 are required. Call 503-965-3674 for tickets.

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HEAR Rod Whaley (above) from 9 p.m. to midnight on New Year’s Eve in the Pelican Pub & Brewery’s main dining area. Whaley plays all original “folk-pop” music that’s peppered with a rhythm and blues sense. In the Pelican’s banquet room, dining and dancing will take center stage this New Year’s. Starting at 6 p.m., the pub will host a party featuring a three-course meal and the musical stylings of The Ted Vaughn Blues Band (below). Tickets for the three-course meal are $50. Reservations to the banqet room farewell to 2011 are requred. Call 503-965-3674 for tickets.

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10:59 a.m.

10:46 p.m.

2.4 ft.

1.3 ft.

4:36 a.m.

4:12 p.m.

7.3 ft.

6.0 ft.

Dec. 31

12:05 p.m.

11:27 p.m.

2.2 ft.

1.9 ft.

5:18 a.m.

5:20 p.m.

7.3 ft.

5.4 ft.

Jan. 1 1:15 p.m. 1.9 ft.

6:03 a.m.

6:44 p.m.

7.3 ft.

5.0 ft.

Jan. 2

12:17 a.m.

2:20 p.m.

2.5 ft.

1.6 ft.

6:48 a.m.

8:12 p.m.

7.4 ft.

4.8 ft.

Jan. 3

1:11 a.m.

3:16 p.m.

2.9 ft.

1.2 ft.

7:35 a.m.

9:29 p.m.

7.5 ft.

5.1 ft.

Jan. 4

2:11 a.m.

4:04 p.m.

3.2 ft.

0.7 ft.

8:21 a.m.

10:28 p.m.

7.6 ft.

5.4 ft.

Jan. 5

3:09 a.m.

4:46 p.m.

3.4 ft.

0.4 ft.

9:05 a.m.

11:13 p.m.

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5.7 ft.

Jan. 6

4:02 a.m.

5:24 p.m.

3.4 ft.

0.0 ft.

9:48 a.m.

11:51 a.m.

8.0 ft.

6.0 ft.

Jan. 7

4:49 a.m.

6:00 p.m.

3.3 ft. 10:29 a.m.

-0.4 ft.

8.2 ft.

Jan. 8

5:33 a.m.

6:35 p.m.

3.1 ft.

-0.6 ft.

12:26 a.m.

11:10 a.m.

6.4 ft.

8.5 ft.

Jan. 9

6:15 a.m.

7:10 p.m.

2.9 ft.

-0.7 ft.

12:59 a.m.

11:50 a.m.

6.6 ft.

8.5 ft.

Jan. 10

6:58 a.m.

7:45 p.m.

2.8 ft.

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1:32 a.m.

12:31 p.m.

6.8 ft.

8.4 ft.

Jan. 11

7:44 a.m.

8:20 p.m.

2.6 ft.

-0.5 ft.

2:06 a.m.

1:14 p.m.

7.2 ft.

8.1 ft.

Jan. 12

8:32 a.m.

8:57 p.m.

2.3 ft.

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2:40 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

7.4 ft.

7.7 ft.

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Cape Kiwanda RV Resort Marketplace Cloverdale Pharmacy Village Merchants Stimulus Cafe PC Supply & Hardware Tillamook Pioneer Museum Powell’s Books Neskowin Marketplace

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.

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.

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 8am-10pm and Fri–Sat 8am11pm.

Stimulus, 33105 Cape Kiwanda Drive, Pacific City. 503-965-4661. Beautiful Ocean view espresso café serving Stumptown Roasters coffee, organic teas, and locally made pastries. Stimulus offers a large selection of breakfast sandwiches, homemade soups, hot Panini sandwiches, and salads. Open every day of the year from 6 am till 6 pm

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

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Twist Wine Co., 6425 Pacific Ave, Pacific City.

503-965-NUTS. At Twist Wine Company we showcase wines from our three brands: Reversal, Basket Case and Shy Chenin. We believe wine is about having fun. We are a wine lounge, wi-fi hotspot and offer four microbrews on draft.

REAL ESTATE ROCKS! Nadine Hankins: 503-801-5755 • Mary Jones: 503-550-7194 • Becky Kirkendall: 503-701-1103

NEW PRICE!

NEW PRICE!

short sale!

FOUR SISTERS FURNISHED BEACH HOUSE

nestucca ridge gorgeous custom home

beautiful inside & out – large lot w/ year-round creek

beautiful settiNg on 1.75 acres price reduced!

SPACIOUS AND OPEN CUSTOM TOWNHOME WITH RIVER VIEW Pacific City $259,000

Pacific City $289,000

Pacific City $350,000

LCMLS 11-1118 / RMLS 11171186

LCMLS 11-1953 / RMLS 11146993

LCMLS 11-2562 / RMLS 11286073

LCMLS 11-298 / RMLS 11565516

LCMLS 11-3006 / RMLS

PRICE REDUCED!

RESIDENTIAL LOTS

Cloverdale $207,900

Hebo $240,000

NEW LISTING!

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$39,900

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shorepine village gorgeous! short sale

LCMLS 11-3000 / RMLS 1146970

LCMLS 11-2070/ RMLS 11099117

LCMLS 11-2849 / RMLS 10078617

Pacific City $375,000

Pacific City

$379,000

fractional ownership

Pacific City $400,000

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Pacific City

$424,950

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Lot 23 in Nantucket Shores

$99,500

Lot 60 in Pacific Sunset

$117,900

Directions: At blinking light downtown Pacific City, head south toward Hwy 101 approx ½ mile, Left on Fisher; Right on Solita.

Panoramic Ocean and Nestucca River Views Ready to build lots as low as $149,000! Complete with fabulous clubhouse for owners. Enjoy state-of-the-art fitness equipment, indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi, 9-hole putting course and more.

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from the Shorepine Properties team

888-965-7801 Our office is located at the entrance to Shorepine Village – just 1/2 mile South of the Pelican Pub and Cape Kiwanda

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