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Independence Day activities on the Oregon Coast “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” — In Congress, July 4, 1776, The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America
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the Coos Bay shoreline with its annual waterfront fireworks display. Guests are invited to enjoy the 10 p.m. fireworks show for free in the non-reserved seating area located along the boardwalk. An outdoor grill, beverage station and beer garden will be available at the north side of the casino from 6 to 10 p.m. while free non-stop shuttle service will be available from the south end of Pony Village Mall (next to the Macy’s and cinema) to the casino from 7 p.m. until midnight.
Waldportians and guests will once again be treated to their annual fireworks display on July 3, starting at dusk. We all look forward to the show — the longest running July Third fireworks on the Oregon coast. Fireworks will be displayed over the Alsea Bay at dusk. You can watch the action on Waldport’s expansive sandy beaches. Come early and enjoy the town, go crabbing and fishing, play on the beach, have a BBQ near the water and get cozy around a campfire.
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Full of wacky, whimsical, people-powered fun, the Yachats La De Da Parade begins at noon on July 4 and is sponsored by the Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce. Before and after the parade celebration abounds. People are encouraged to explore the town for a day of great food, entertainment and live music. Find a place on the beach by the mouth of the Yachats River to watch the afternoon Duck Race. From the same beach or from almost anywhere downtown, enjoy the Spectacular Fireworks at Sundown over the Yachats Bay. In addition, the Yachats Ladies Club, 286 W. Third St. welcome the community for the 19th annual July 4th Pie & Ice Cream Social starting at 10:30 a.m. and continuing until the pie is gone. Each big serving is a sixth of a pie and is just $4, with ice cream added for $1. Huge brownies will be also be served for $3 each. Coffee will be available for $1. To go boxes are available.
FLORENCE The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce will present Florence’s annual Independence Day celebration on July 4 with food, fun and a fabulous fireworks display. The pyrotechnics will be launched from a barge in the Siuslaw River, near the Port of Siuslaw property. Coming early
COOS BAY Then, attend the Fourth of July in Mingus Park and the Coos Bay Boardwalk. Events start early with the Mayor’s Firecracker Run (registration at 9 a.m.) and continue all day, including fishing, face painting, free swimming, family competitions, youth entertainment, horses and more. Crafts and goodie bags, food available, and much more. Fireworks by the City of Coos Bay will be at dusk on the waterfront.
to the Old Town area to find the best spots for viewing. Banner Bank is this year’s “Big Bang” sponsor. There will be fully-synchronized patriotic music played over an outdoor speaker system in Old Town and KCST 106.9 FM, which will broadcast live from Port of Siuslaw parking lot from 8 to 10 p.m. During the day, people can enjoy traditional pie- and BANDON/COQUILLE watermelon-eating contests sponsored by the Church of July 4 is a time for Bandon to celebrate, with events Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. throughout the day. Morning activities include the Fourth of July Parade down Highway 101, through Old Town, at REEDSPORT/WINCHESTER BAY 10 a.m. Followed by the Old Town Marketplace Farmers The Winchester Bay Fireworks are one of the most Market, Lions Club Old Fashioned BBQ and more. Don’t spectacular fireworks displayed on the Oregon coast on miss the Port of Bandon Cardboard Boat Races at the July 4. Come for the Car Cruise and Tailgate picnic with live Coquille River waterfront. Festivities continue in the music in the Winchester Bay Marina parking lot starting at evening: Old Town merchants stay open late for Alive After 6 p.m. Visitors and locals grab a spot, fire up the barbecue Five Wine Walk. When the sun sets, the Grand Fireworks or picnic and settle in for a night of fun. Youth activities Display over the Coquille River is spectacular. Events are and other events round out your stay. sponsored by the City of Bandon and local organizations, including the Bandon Chamber of Commerce, Bandon Lions Club, Greater Bandon Association, Port of Bandon NORTH BEND & CHARLESTON Don’t miss Oregon’s largest Fireworks Display on July 3. and VFW Medal of Honor Post #3440. The Grand Fireworks The Mill Casino will light up the skies over North Bend and Display is supported by donations.
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MARKETING: SUSAN GUTIERREZ, MARKETING DIRECTOR 541-902-3530, SGUTIERREZ@THESIUSLAWNEWS.COM EDITORIAL: CHANTELLE MEYER, FEATURES EDITOR PRESSRELEASES@THESIUSLAWNEWS.COM Welcome to Coast Central, a monthly publication focusing on arts and entertainment on and near the central and southern Oregon coast, from Florence to Bandon. Submit all press releases, photos, calendar events and gallery listings to PressReleases@TheSiuslawNews.com. Deadline for submissions is the 15th of each month. Coast Central is published the first week of every month, so plan accordingly when submitting events.
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EVENTS CALENDAR IT IS FREE TO SUBMIT EVENTS TO COAST CENTRAL. SUBMISSIONS ARE DUE BY THE 15TH WALDPORT/ YACHATS WEDNESDAYS
Waldport Wednesday Market May to September 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Waldport Community Center 541-563-3042 Art in the Kitchen 1 to 4 p.m. Donations accepted Yachats Commons
JULY 3 Third of July Fireworks Fireworks over Alsea Bay beginning at dusk Waldport
FLORENCE TUESDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER Florence Farmers Market 3 to 7 p.m. Kingwood and Bay streets JUNE 30
Big Wave Poetry Slam Presented by Florence Regional Arts Alliance 6:30 p.m. $5 admission Florence Events Center bigwavefraa@gmail.com
JULY 4 Independence Day Celebration 10 p.m. fireworks show Historic Old Town Florence JULY 6
Miles To Go Quintet 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+ Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126
JULY 7 Third Anniversary Celebration Yachats Lions Pancake Breakfast 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Special $1 admission 7:30 to 11 a.m. Oregon Coast Military Museum, $7 suggested donation 2145 Kingwood St. Yachats Lions Hall JULY 4
Yachats Ladies Club Pie & Ice Cream Social 10: 30 a.m. until the pie is gone Desserts available from $4 up Yachats Ladies Clubhouse Yachats 23rd annual La De Da Parade, Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Show Noon — Parade Events all day Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce
JULY 17 Clam-A-Rama All Day Open to public; licenses required for 12+ Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center Cape Perpetua Marine Reserve BioBlitz 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to public Cape Perpetua, 2400 Highway 101
Jesse Meade 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+ Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126
JULY 14
Startup Weekend Oregon Coast 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets required LCC FLorence Center, 3149 Oak St. go.startupweekend.org/florence CROW Soar and Sip Wine Tour 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets required Crowkids.com Jesse Meade 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+ Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126 Rachel LaFond & Joseph Akins Live in Concert Mainly Piano Concert 7 to 9:30 p.m. Registration required kathypiano@gmail.com
Submit all listings to PressReleases@ TheSiuslawNews.com
Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126
North Bend Housing Authority, 1700 Monroe Ave. 541-404-8257
JULY 27 Olem Alves & Inner Limits 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+ Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126
WEDNESDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER
JULY 28 Olem Alves & Inner Limits 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+ Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126 AUG. 4 Between Shadow and Light Music and dance presented by Neil Patton and Dance Veritas 7 p.m. Tickets required Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St.
REEDSPORT/ WINCHESTER BAY
Wings and Wheels All Day Open to public Florence Municipal Airport
JULY 20 Rob Wynia & the Sound 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+ Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126
JULY 12 Riverfront Rhythms 6 to 7:30 p.m. Open to public Umpqua Discovery Center, 409 River Front Way
Miles To Go Quintet 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+ Blue Bills Sports Bar Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126
JULY 21 Cavy Show 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to public Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St.
Oregon Coast Anglers Banquet 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets required Reedsport Community Center
JULY 11 FEC Gallery "Spirit Of Summer" Reception 5 to 7 p.m. Open to public Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St. JULY 13 Startup Weekend Oregon Coast 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets required LCC FLorence Center, 3149 Oak St. go.startupweekend.org/florence
Van Fans Ice Cream Social 1 to 3 p.m. Tickets are $8 Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St. Sand Master Jam 2 to 5 p.m. Open to public Sand Master Park, 5351 Highway 101 Rob Wynia & the Sound 7 to 11 p.m. Open to public 21+
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Coos Bay Downtown Farmers Market 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Central Avenue between Highway 101 South and Fourth Avenue Fridays through Aug. 31 Music on the Corner Noon Open to public; “Bring a chair, bring a lunch and bring a friend” 4th and Anderson Presented by Coos Bay Downtown Association, The World and Inner Sanctum Studios
JULY 3 Third of July Fireworks on Coos Bay 9:45 p.m. Open to public The Mill Casino Hotel & RV Park on Coos Bay, 3201 Tremont St. JULY 4 Mayor's Firecracker Run 9 a.m. — registration. Kids and members run free, adults $10 10 a.m. — Kids Fun Run one-mile run After — 4K Run Mingus Park, 268-298 N 11th St. Independence Day Celebration 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open to public Mingus Park & Coos Bay Boardwalk 541-269-1191
JULY 24 TO 29 DuneFest Oregon Dunes Recreation Area, Winchester Bay 541-271-3495, dunefestevent@ gmail.com
JULY 5 Annual Fifth of July Beach Cleanup Surfrider Foundation Noon to 3 p.m. Open to public Bastendorff Beach
NORTH BEND/COOS BAY/CHARLESTON
JULY 6 First Friday Wine Walk 5 to 7:30 p.m. $10 for commemorative wine glasses and maps Downtown Coos Bay
EVERY MONDAY South Coast Folk Society Presents Traditional Dance 7 p.m. Open to public to learn; no partner needed
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Earthworks Gallery, 2222 Highway 101, 541-547-4300, earthworksgalleries.net Touchstone Gallery, 2118 Highway 101, 541-547-4121, touchstone-gallery.com Waldport Public Library, 460 Hemlock, waldportlibrary.org Wave Gallery, 2118 Highway 101, 541-5474405, wavegallery.org
FLORENCE
Backstreet Gallery, 1421 Bay St., 541-9978980, backstreetgallery.org BeauxArts Fine Art Materials & Gallery, 2285 Highway 101, 541-991-8213, beauxartsfineart.com Blue Heron Gallery, 1385 Bay St., 541-9977993, oregoncoastgalleries.net Digital Dunes Photo Gallery & Studio, 1725 Kingwood St., 541-902-8748, digitaldunesphoto.com Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor’s Center, 290 Highway 101, 541997-3128, florencechamber.com Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St., 541-997-1994, eventcenter.org Florence Regional Arts Alliance Art Center, 120 Maple St., 541-997-4435, fraaoregon.org Gallery Above the Silver Lining Boutique, 2217 Highway 101, 541-997-2440,
silverliningboutique.com Of Land & Sea Gallery, 1383 Bay St., 541997-1904, oregoncoastgalleries.net Oregon Coast Military Museum, 2145 Kingwood St., 541-902-5160, oregoncoast militarymuseum.com Oregon Pacific Bank, 1355 Highway 101, 541-997-7121 Pacific Frameworks, 2420 Highway 101, 541-997-1138 The River Gallery, 1335 Bay St., 541-9022505, therivergallery.org Rodger Bennett Photography, 228A Harbor St., 541-991-0777, photobyrodger.com The Studios at Jayne Smoley Design, 1458 First St., jaynesmoleydesign.com Siuslaw Pioneer Museum, 278 Maple St., 541-997-7884, siuslawpioneermuseum.com Siuslaw Public Library, 1460 Ninth St., 541997-3132, siuslawlibrary.info Wind Drift Gallery, 1395 Bay St., 541-9979182, oregoncoastgalleries.net
GARDINER/REEDSPORT
Three Rivers Gallery, 77231 Highway 101, 541-271-2030 Tsunami Gallery, 77207 Highway 101, 541-271-1597, ohwy.com/or/t/tsunami_ gallery.htm Mindpower Gallery, 417 Fir Ave., 541-271-
2485, mindpowergallery.weebly.com Myrtlewood Gallery, 1125 Highway 101, 541-271-4222, myrtlewoodgallery.com Umpqua Discovery Center, 409 Riverfront Way, 541-271-4816, umpquadiscovery center.com
NORTH BEND/COOS BAY
Art of Life, 245 S. 2nd St., 541-808-2261, artoflifecoosbay.com Artist Loft Gallery, 367 Anderson Ave., 541-756-4088, www.theartistloftgallery. com Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson Ave., 541-267-3901, coosart.org Coos Bay Boat Building Center, 100 Newmark Ave., 541-808-2211, coosbayboats.org Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., 541-269-1101, coosbaylibrary.org Coos History Museum, 1210 N. Front St., 541-756-6320, cooshistory.org Gallery By The Bay inside Connections Book Store, 100 Union Ave, 541-751-1633 Marshfield Sun Printing Museum, 1049 N. Front St., 541-269-0215, marshfieldsunprintingmuseum.org North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., 541-756-0400, northbendoregon. us/library
Galleries & Museums COQUILLE
Coquille Valley Art Center, 10144 Highway 42, 541-396-3294 Coquille Valley Museum, 153 N. Central, 541-824-0076, coquillevalleymuseum.com
BANDON
Art by the Sea Gallery & Studio, 145 Fillmore Ave. SE., 541-347-5355, artbytheseagalleryandstudio.com Bandon Glass Art Studio, 240 Highway 101, 541-347-4723, bandonglassart.com Bandon Historical Society Museum, 270 Fillmore Ave., 541-347-2164, bandon historicalmuseum.org Bandon Public Library, 1204 11th St., 541347-3221 Harbortown Events Center, 325 Second St., 541-329-0112, bandoncoastgo.com Featuring Washed Ashore, 415-8471239, washedashore.org RiverSide Studio & Gallery, 346 Riverside Dr., 541-551-0071 Sage Place, 525 11th St., 541-329-0303 Second Street Gallery, 210 2nd St. SE, 541-347-4133, secondstreetgallery.net Spirit of Oregon, 112 2nd. St. SE, gallery & gift shop, 541-347-4311 Vines Art Glass, 47074 Highway 101 S, 541-347-2652
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Port of Bandon 2018 Cardboard Regatta returns for 4th of July
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andon’s first cardboard boat one passenger and complete at regatta was held on July 4, least one trip around the race 2015, with 10 cardboard boats course. Everything must be participating. A great deal of removed from the water and fun was had by all. Participants disposed of and cheering audience on the properly. boardwalk enjoyed the event All participants must be tremendously. Now, Bandon registered and have signed the hopes even more people will release of liability waiver by come out for this year. 1:30 pm the day of the event The 2018 Cardboard Regatta in order to take part. There is no will be on July 4 from 2 to 5 p.m., fee to participate. with signups and registration at There will be awards for first, the boat launch facility next to second and third place finishers Weber’s Pier, 105 First St. SW in in each class. Classes consist of Bandon. age groups 10 through 17 Onlookers can purchase and 18 and above. Awards will apple pie and ice cream on the be based on judge’s points and boardwalk served by the Greater judge’s decisions are final. Bandon Association. All participants must use a Will you qualify for the Vogue Coast Guard approved Personal Award for most attractive, the Floatation Device when in the Pride of the Regatta Award for race. best use of corrugated cardboard In addition, the entire boat or the Titanic Award for most must be built from corrugated spectacular sinking? cardboard only, with tape and wild and very entertaining event, both to Cardboard Regatta, the mission is to This is all about having fun! glue. In addition, the boat must be watch and participate. design and build a human-powered boat Join the Port of Bandon for this wacky, paddled. If you are thinking of joining the made of cardboard which is able to carry
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BE READY 2018 COME MEET DAVE
AUGUST 25 AT THE BE READY EXPO AT THE FLORENCE EVENTS CENTER
The Siuslaw News would like to introduce:
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Keynote speaker at the Be Ready Expo
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ave is an Air Force veteran, Viet Nam vet and served 15 years as a police officer, including positions as a Patrol Sergeant and Patrol Lieutenant. Recently retired, he worked for the United States Postal Service and was the Postmaster in Bandon, Oregon, for the past 10 years. On March 11, 2011, the Japanese earthquake sent the Oregon Coast a wake-up call in the form of a tsunami. No big deal, you say. But do you know that in the Port of Coos Bay, over a million dollars of damage was done in the boat basin, several million dollars damage occurred in the Brookings-Harbor boat basin. Furthermore a photographer was washed off the jetty in Crescent City, California, and drowned. People up and down the coast immediately stocked up on camping gear and some actually began prepping for “The Big One!” I decided to spread the word the best way he knew, writing a column for the local newspaper. That column is now published in nearly 30 newspapers all across the United States. He also authored a book, “Disaster Prep For The Rest Of Us,” available on Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble and other online booksellers. Currently Dave lives in the Myrtle Point area with his wife, Dee and two grandsons.
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Florence Events Center • 715 Quince St. • eventcenter.org • 541-997-1994 Keller Williams holds SEAcoast opens season ticket subscriptions ‘Sell Your Home for the s a season ticket holder, you get first choice on reserved seating A Highest Price’ seminar for theater performances and access
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n Saturday, July 7, Keller Williams Realtors Jennifer Karandy and Kathryn Dunn will be conducting a free seminar titled, “How to Sell Your Home for the Highest Price in Today’s Market.” The two-hour seminar will cover topics such as how to prepare and stage your home, how to set the right price for your property, how to advertise to attract lots of buyers right away, how to generate multiple offers to get the highest price and best terms, and how to qualify a buyer before accepting an offer. In addition, they will demonstrate negotiation strategies from real-life examples and share advice on how to select a top agent so you can relax, knowing you are in good hands. In 2017, the Karandy & Dunn Team was ranked among the top 15 agents in Lane County. They use proven techniques to price and sell homes. Since the seminar was first offered, more than 3,000 homeowners in Lane County have attended it, giving the seminar rave reviews. The seminar is free to the public and held from 10 a.m. to noon on July 7 at the Florence Events Center. A continental breakfast will be served. Seating is limited. For reservations, call 541-632-7445 or visit www.EugeneSeminars.com.
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Presented by the Van Fans Saturday, July 21, 1 to 3 p.m.
he Friends of Florence Van Fans annual Ice Cream Social is being held on Saturday, July 21, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St. Please come join the fun and support this worthy cause. Tickets are $8 and include homemade pie, cake or cobbler plus BJ’s Ice Cream. In addition, there will be music by Jeff Lovejoy. The Van Fans has various types of fund drives throughout the year to raise funds to help keep the Friends of Florence vans operational. The Friends of Florence is a nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to transport cancer patients to and from the Willamette Valley Cancer Center and Oregon Urology, five days a week and 52 weeks a year at no cost to the patient. The volunteer-driven van, which relies on individual contributions and Van Fans fundraisers to cover costs of gas and upkeep, stops for patients in Florence, Mapleton, Walton, Noti and Veneta. Call 541-902-0883 for more information. Tax Consultation and Returns Prepared for Individuals and Small Businesses
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to preferred seating on the flat floor. The 2018-19 season promises to be the best ever in SEAcoast Entertainment Association’s 38 year history of bringing world class entertainment to Florence. Season ticket holders get seven concerts for the price of five. At just $160, a season subscription represents a savings of $68 over the price of individual tickets. The average per-concert price will only be only $22.85. Concert tickets are $35 each if bought individually. New season tickets go on sale to the general public July 10. They may be purchased at eventcenter.org or at the box office 541-997-1994. Box office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The concert presentations for this season are: Doo-Wah Riders — Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018 Ken Lavigne — Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018 Christian Howes — Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019 Nicole Henry — Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019 Dervish — Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Valse Cafe Orchestra — Wednesday, April 24, 2019 Ole World Music & Comedy — Wednesday, May 22, 2019 As a way to show our appreciation, SEAcoast has brought back the Dinner & A Show promotion, exclusively for Season Ticket Holders. People will be able to make a night of it, head out to dinner either before or after the show and get $5 off your entree from these three special sponsors in Historic Old Town Florence: ICM, 1285 Restobar and Waterfront Depot. Throughout the season, these sponsors will be supporting SEAcoast with not only their financial contribution but also with this special welcome to season ticket holders. Maintaining Financial Security Is Tougher Than Ever
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All are invited to share the Spirit of Summer F lorence Regional Arts Alliance and the Friends of the FEC invite exhibiting artists, Patrons of the Artists and the Florence community to a special reception on Wednesday, July 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Florence Events Center. During this reception, people will be able to view some wonderful art work; vote for their favorite art piece to win “Best of Show;” enjoy hearty
refreshments and delicate spirits; and listen to special music by Jeff Lovejoy. The Patrons of the Artists will be recognized by a plaque next to the artwork piece they have chosen to purchase, as their support is greatly appreciated. Be sure to join in this fun evening celebrating the “Spirit of Summer” through the eyes of talented local artists.
Music brings audience ‘Between Shadow & Light’
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eil Patton and Dance Veritas are pleased to invite the community to join them for a delightful evening of storytelling through solo piano music and dance on Saturday, Aug. 4, at 7 p.m. The evening will begin with awardwinning composer, pianist and recording artist Neil Patton as he performs music from his new album, “Solitaire” and earlier releases. Patton and Dance Veritas will then present a unique collaboration of original solo piano and modern dance, entitled “Between Shadow and Light.” This is an inspirational piece that explores the beauty of finding hope in the midst of darkness, with original choreography set to music composed by Patton. This production runs two hours and has an intermission. Tickets are available for $20 for adults and $15 for students. They are available now at the FEC Box Office or online.
Be Ready – Storm Ready
The Be Ready Disaster Expo returns to the Florence Events Center on Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to help people “Be Ready.” Residents will be connected with businesses and emergency service providers to raise awareness about
disaster preparedness. Sponsored by Siuslaw News and Western Lane Emergency Operations Group, this is an educational event for the whole family, with demos, emergency CPR and suturing classes, speakers and a free hot dog lunch.
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Keith Pollard is one of the newer volunteers here at the FEC. He wasted no time after signing up and jumped right in to helping with the operations crew. Keith is a vital part of this hard-working crew that changes out rooms after events, setting up and taking down tables, chairs, portable stages, dance floors, theatrical equipment, etc. Keith comes to us via London, England, where he lived for 33 years, and after living in California for 30 years. He landed in Florence two years ago. When not volunteering at the Florence Events Center, Keith enjoys
fishing, boating, target shooting and working in his yard. Keith says volunteering at the FEC keeps him involved with all the different things that go on here and he saves money on a gym membership. Kim’s Quirky Question: What would your super power be? — Flying
You can donate to the Friends of the Florence Events Center by simply signing up for AMAZON SMILES or FRED MEYER REWARDS (enter code 81507) and the friends will benefit every time you shop.
Come Join the Friends! Volunteer – Event Planning – Fundraising
Events & Meetings Always Something Happening July 7 — Saturday, 10 a.m. Keller Williams Realty Seminar July 10 — Tuesday, 9 a.m. SEAcoast’s 38th Coastal Concert Series Season Subscriptions go on sale July 11 — Wednesday, 5 p.m. Spirit of Summer Artist’s Reception July 21 — Saturday, 9 a.m. Oregon Cavy Breeders Society Show July 21 — Saturday, 1 p.m. Van Fans Ice Cream Social August 1 — Wednesday, 9 a.m. Single tickets for SEAcoast go on sale August 4 — Saturday, 7 p.m. Between Light & Shadow Dance Piano Performance August 4 — Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friends of FEC Indoor Yard Sale August 17 — Friday, 6:30 p.m. Wall Flowers & Wine Paint And Sip August 18 & 19 — Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m. Coin & Stamp Show August 25 — Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Be Ready Expo September 28 — Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festival of Books Keynote Speaker Amy Stewart, best-selling author September 29 — Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Florence Festival of Books November 2 to 11 Last Resort Players present ‘Grey Gardens’
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July 21 — Oregon Cavy Breeders Society Show From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 21, the Oregon Cavy Breeders Society will be hosting the annual Cavy Show, also known as guinea pigs. Local and state breeders will be bringing their favorite cavies to be judged and assessed for their best qualities. The winners will be awarded prizes. The society invites the public to see 13 breeds of cavies and talk to the exhibitors. All questions are welcome and the event promises to be lots of fun.
Save your spot at the annual Friends of the FEC Indoor Yard Sale
For those who do not have a garage, adequate parking or hard to find locations, this is a perfect solution to be part of this HUGE sale. Single booths and double spaces are available for a fee of $35 to $90, The Indoor Yard Sale is coming to and there are discounts for nonprofit the Florence Events Center on Aug. groups. Space will be available up 4 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This sale until Aug. 2nd at 5 p.m. for any group features dozens of vendors — and or individual to participate in the sale. admission is just $1. For more information on Starting Monday, July 5, at 8:30 a.m., applications to be part of available for nonprofit groups and purchasing a booth, come to the the Friends of the Florence Events individuals who wish to rent a booth Florence Events Center office at 715 Quince St. or call 541-997-1994. Center’s annual indoor sale will be space to display their goods.
Register now! Interested in sharing your books with hundreds of readers? Want to connect with more than 80 authors and publishers? On Saturday, Sept. 29, the eighth annual Florence Festival of Books will take place at the Florence Events Center. Authors and publishers are invited to register now before the tables are filled. The public is invited for free. This event is hosted by the Friends of the Florence Events Center, along with the event planning committee, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. An author’s panel and evening with New York Times best-selling author Amy Stewart will take place on Friday, Sept. 28. Tickets to see Stewart are on
sale now online and at the box office. This festival offers the community a chance to meet the authors and publishers of books you can actually hold and turn the pages. The event draws people from near and far who tout this event as one of the best in Oregon. Large and small publishers, fiction, non-fiction, and children’s authors are welcome to participate in the festival. The fees are: $60 for a single 6-foot table, $75 for a single 8-foot table, $90
for a shared 8-foot table, and $100 for a group of three at an 8-foot table. There is no fee for authors who are under 18 years of age. The deadline for registration is Sept. 1. The popular event usually fills up weeks before that date, so get your application in soon. The application is available at www.florencefestivalofbooks.org. For more information, contact the Florence Events Center at 541-997-1994 or www.eventcenter.org.
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Explore the arts with 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour
Enjoy Florence’s 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour on Saturday, July 14, from 3 to 5 p.m. This self-guided tour inspires locals and visiting tourists alike and reinforces Florence as an ever-evolving arts destination. Enjoy great local art, interactions with fellow patrons and artists, receptions, refreshments, live entertainment and community.
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The work of artist Colleen McKnight will be spotlighted at Backstreet Gallery, 1421 Bay St., in July. A reception, spread with refreshments and music, will be held on July 14, from 3 to 5 p.m.
On Saturday, July 14, support CROW (Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops) on its first annual wine tour as participants “soar” through the Willamette Valley and “sip” delicious wines at three special wineries. Tickets to the Soar and Sip Wine Tour are $75 and are available at BJ’s Ice Cream Florence locations, Florence Shipping Solutions, Shervin’s Automotive and AIC Insurance. Advance purchase required as space is limited! The tour includes light breakfast and mimosas; lunch provided by Nosh Eatery; on board sipping, snacks and games; air-conditioned bus transportation and wine tasting at Lavelle, Benton Lane, and Pfeiffer wineries. Participants will gather for mimosas and light fare during check in at 8:30 a.m. The tour sets off at 9:30 a.m. and lands back in Florence at 5:30 p.m. Raffle tickets are also available for purchase. All proceeds support CROW’s nonprofit youth arts education program, including scholarships and essential production resources which will help keep CROW “flying.” In addition, sponsorships opportunities are available: VIP Tour Sponsor: – $500: 2 tickets to wine tour, 20 raffle tickets, two portable wine glasses and a gift bag of goodies for the tour. VIPs will get top of all advertising, including a thank you in the Holly Jolly Follies program in December. Tour Sponsor: – $250: 10 raffle tickets for the tour, 1 bottle of wine and 2 disposable wine glasses, 2 Holly Jolly Follies tickets and will get their name in all advertising, including a thank you in the Holly Jolly Follies program. For information on becoming a sponsor, contact Jennifer Waggoner at jwaggoner@peak.org or 541520-1255. For more information about CROW, visit crowkids.com.
McKnight has been decorating gourds since 2015. Before that, she was a floral designer and a crafter. “I still have a hard time thinking of myself as an artist,” McKnight said. “I have taken several classes, but most of what I have learned comes from attending workshops with Backstreet Gallery members.” She spends six months of the year in the coastal town of Florence and “soaks up as much sun” as she can during the six months she resides in Arizona. McKnight’s pieces are for sale at Backstreet Gallery. She also makes custom pieces. Contact her at ckmcknight2014@gmail.com or see
Artwork by multi-media talented Benjamin Cahoon and creative gourd artist Colleen McKnight will be on display in Florence in July. her during reason that natural themes are prominent the gallery within his portfolio. Diversity in regards to medium choice is also important to tour. him. Cahoon believes the world and the STUDIOS AT JAYNE people in it are represented in a great number of ways. His artwork reflects this SMOLEY DESIGN The Studios, 1458 through the use of graphite, charcoal, First St., will feature artist acrylic paint, scratchboard, ceramics, photography and other media. Benjamin Cahoon in July. He seeks to use his experience with Cahoon’s artwork expresses emomultiple mediums to find new and tionality and spirituality by using innovative ways to express himself. animals, people, architecture and urban Cahoon will be teaching a Kids Clay themes. He grew up in Florence, Ore., and Camp at Alissa Clark Clayworks, 180 is currently attending George Fox Laurel St. in Florence, July 2, 3, 5 and 6. He will also host a Kid’s Summer Art University, where he is pursuing his Camp at The Studios, 1458 First St., from bachelor’s degree in Studio Arts and Art July 30 to Aug. 3. Administration. For registration information, contact Cahoon recognizes that God is the first and greatest artist, which is another him at benjaminjcahoon@gmail.com.
Bastille Day Literary Salon celebrates authors July 14
Writers on the River presents its next “Midnight in Florence” Literary Salon on Bastille Day, Saturday, July 14, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the Florence Regional Arts Alliance (FRAA), 120 Maple St. in Historic Old Town Florence. Designed as convivial events like those in the film “Midnight in Paris,” literary salons celebrate local writers and literary arts. Following the tradition of Gertrude Stein’s infamous 1930s Parisian salons, the Bastille Day event will commemorate the works of three extraordinary authors — Anthony Bourdain, Tom Wolfe and Philip Roth – who recently passed within a 30-day span. Excerpts from their books
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will be shared in a special tribute. An Open Mic follows, during which writers of all levels and genres are invited to read, recite or sing excerpts from their published or unpublished material. Those who wish to participate in the open mic must arrive at 6 p.m. to sign up. Reading slots are limited to five minutes on a firstcome basis. Hosted by FRAA creative writing instructor and award-winning journalist, columnist and author Catherine J. Rourke, the salon is free and open to the public. A $5 donation is suggested to support FRAA for providing the space and
The Artist Loft Gallery, 367 Anderson Ave. in Coos Bay, will be hosting an areawide open art show in September and October. The theme is “A Child’s World.” Artists, whether amateur, professional or in between, are invited to submit both 2-D and 3-D art works.
refreshments. “Literary salons inspire, unite and celebrate all writers while providing cultural enrichment and entertainment,” Rourke said. Rourke will read an excerpt from her memoir, “Forgive Us Our Press Passes — Confessions of a Modern-Day Muckraker.” Writers on the River offers literary arts workshops and events as an opportunity for open exchange to support writers of all levels and genres on their journey. Call 541-708-2120 or e-mail CJReditor@gmail.com to preregister for the open mic or for more info.
There will be various awards for the winners, and the show is open to adults and children aged 10 to 17. There will be awards for both divisions. For complete details and entry form, email grwick@gmail.com, stop by the gallery or call 541-756-4088.
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EVENTS FROM PAGE 4 Birding at South Slough 8 to 10 a.m. $1 per birder Charleston Visitor Center 541-888-5558 ext. 121
Featuring Rainy and the Rattlesnakes 7 to 10 p.m. $7 general, $6 student/ senior and $5 for South Coast Folk Society members Bay Area Nutrition Site, 886 S 4th St.
Nature Works: EcoPrinting & Natural Dyeing 1 to 3 p.m. RSVP required South Slough National Estuary Interpretive Center southsloughestuary.org
“Cthulhu: The Musical!” by Puppeteers for Fears 8 p.m. Tickets required So It Goes Coffeehouse, 190 Central Ave. 541-808-9333
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Coos Sand 'n Sea Quilters Meeting 6:30 to 9 p.m. Open to public Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 1290 Thompson Road 1950s & 60s Hit Parade Part I Little Ole Opry on the Bay 7 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre South Coast Folk Society Contra Dance
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1950s & 60s Hit Parade Part I Little Ole Opry on the Bay 2 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre “Cthulhu: The Musical!” by Puppeteers for Fears 7 p.m. Tickets required So It Goes Coffeehouse, 190 Central Ave. 541-808-9333
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“Country Roots” Little Ole Opry on the Bay 7 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre
JULY 15 “Country Roots” Little Ole Opry on the Bay 2 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre JULY 20 TO 22 North Bend July Jubilee Visit julyjubilee.com for more information JULY 21 TO 28
40th annual Oregon Coast Music Festival Tickets required www.oregoncoastmusic. org/calendar-events/
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1950s & 60s Hit Parade Part II Little Ole Opry on the Bay 2 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre
JULY 22
1950s & 60s Hit Parade Part II Little Ole Opry on the Bay 2 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre
JULY 28
“Director’s Choice” Little Ole Opry on the Bay 7 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre International Folk Dance South Coast Folk Society 7 to 10 p.m. $4 admission; $3 for South Coast Folk Society members. Bay Area Nutrition Site, 886 S 4th St. southcoastfolksociety.com
JULY 29 “Director’s Choice” Little Ole Opry on the Bay 2 p.m. Tickets required The Liberty Theatre AUG. 3
First Friday Wine Walk 5 to 7:30 p.m. $10 for commemorative wine glasses and maps Downtown Coos Bay 541-844-9494
BANDON/ COQUILLE SATURDAYS Bandon Ballroom Dance 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Open to public — $3 donation Bandon Odd Fellows Hall OregonCoastDance.com THROUGH SEPT. 2
Free Summer Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to public Bandon History Museum
THROUGH SEPT. 5 Voting for the Port of Bandon Boardwalk Art Show Open to public Port of Bandon 541-347-3206 WEEKENDS JUNE 2 THROUGH SEPT. 1
Dong, Dell, Who Threw Granny in the Well?” Performances at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets required The Sawdust Theatre in Coquille sawdusttheatre.com
JULY 4 Fourth of July Celebration 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Events open to public all day Old Town Bandon, Bandon City Park, Waterfront http://bandon.com/4th-ofjuly/
Port of Bandon 2018 Cardboard Regatta
2 to 5 p.m. Open to public to participate and watch Weber's Pier (Boat Launch) 105 First St. SW
Grand Fireworks Display over the Coquille River
10 p.m. Open to public Coquille River Waterfront, First St. SW 541-347-9616; info@bandon. com
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KXCR brings duos for musical night 25th annual Maritime Art Exhibition Florence Community Radio KXCR is Northwest, often accompanied by leading to open at Coos Art Museum July 14 proud to present two duos, The Morals musician friends. When they finished
and Jessica Dennison+Jones, on Saturday, July 14, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Heceta Beach Road and Highway 101. Doors open at 7 p.m. and there is a suggested donation of $10. Between these performers, there are stories to tell and deep appreciation of one another’s songwriting talent whenever they take the stage. The two Jessicas, Dennison+Jones, spent part of their college years laying down the foundation of today’s sound, described in the Portland Mercury as “altcountry tinged dream pop.” Behind lyrical songwriting, Dennison rides her steady rhythm guitar with Jones dropping in creative lead parts. Over the last couple of years they have been playing Portland and touring the Pacific
their album, they found a home on Casey Jarman’s label, Party Damage Records. Jarman is a “hometown boy,” graciously sharing an evening of music with Florence-area admirers. His duo with Ben Hubbird, The Morals, formed in 2001 in Eugene and now reside in Portland. The Morals’ musical focus has been on vocal harmonies and direct, honest songwriting and as a result, has a growing Portland reputation. KXCR 90.7 FM provides noncommercial, educational, community radio on Oregon’s central coast, serving Florence, Mapleton, Glenada, Westlake, Dunes City, Deadwood, Swisshome and ships at sea. For more info, visit kxcr.net.
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n Saturday, July 14, Coos Art Museum (CAM) opens its 25th Annual Maritime Art Exhibition in the first floor Maggie Karl Gallery. The juried exhibition displays maritime-themed artwork by major artists from across the U.S. and Canada. Works by 37 of the nation’s leading maritime artists are featured in a variety of media, including, oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel and sculpture. The exhibition runs through Sept. 29. It is sanctioned by American Society of Marine Artists (ASMA) , co-sponsored by the Oregon International Port of Coos Bay and funded by a grant from the Coquille Tribal Fund. CAM’s Maritime Art Exhibition is the ASMA regional competition for the entire western U.S. It is the oldest continuous maritime art competition on the West Coast. The ASMA jurors include: Austin Dwyer of Mukilteo, Wash., Louis Stephen Gadal of Los Angeles, Calif., and Harold W. Johnson of SeaTac, Wash.. Works will be honored for Best in Show; Peoples’ Choice Award; Oregon International Port of Coos Bay Award;
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CAM Board of Directors Award and Honorable Mention Ribbons. Jeffrey Hull of Cannon Beach, Oregon is the featured maritime artist and his paintings will be highlighted in the adjacent Perkins Gallery during the exhibition. The museum will host its annual maritime fundraising dinner at 5 p.m. on July 14. This exciting event features the popular silent art auction, beer and wine sales and enjoyable camaraderie. Delicious food offerings will be catered by The Coach House Restaurant of Coos Bay. Auction artworks include pieces by participating 25th Annual Maritime Art Exhibition artists and local artists. A special facet of the auction is the sale of recently completed plein air maritime paintings. Tickets for the dinner and auction are $50 for museum members and $55 for nonmembers. The tickets are available by calling CAM at 541-267-3901 or by visiting the museum at 235 Anderson, Coos Bay. Credit cards are accepted. Please RSVP for dinner tickets by Friday, July 6.
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Mayor’s Firecracker 4K begins Triple Crown Race Series Mixed Media Start off July with a bang and keep the fitness coming. The South Coast Running Club created a Triple Crown Race Series just for July. Participate in the Mayor’s Firecracker Run, 4K and Kids Run on Saturday, July 4, in Coos Bay; the Trail-N-Treat, a 5K on Saturday, July 14, at the South Slough Estuary; and the Jubilee Jaunt, a 5K on Saturday, July 21, at North Bend, and receive a special medal at each event that combine to create a final masterpiece medal. Hurry — as the Triple Crown Race Series is limited to the first 100 entries. It is just $30 for all three runs. Register at: runsignup. c o m / R a c e / O R / No r t h B e n d / TripleCrownRaceSeries. Triple Crown registration Run fees support the South Slough Reserve will also be available at the Firecracker Run. People are asked to come internship program. This is the second race in the Triple early in order to process your paperwork. For more information about these runs, Crown Series Challenge, which offers epic views along tidal flats, extensive marshes visit www.southcoastrunningclub.org. and meandering channels. The course is technical trails, boardwalks, hills (300Run Where the foot change in elevation) on South Slough River Meets the Sea! Reserve property, four miles south of The South Slough Trail-n-Treat 5k Run/ Charleston on Seven Devils Road. Walk & Kid’s Dash is on Saturday, July 14. Volunteers will be stationed along the The Kid’s Race will be at 9:30 a.m., followed trails and courses will be clearly marked to by the 5K at 9:45 a.m. make your experience more enjoyable.
Art Show at South Slough
Pets must remain at home. There will be participation ribbons for age group winners, and all participants receive a delicious Rice Krispy treat. Sign up on the South Coast Running Club Website (www.southcoastrunningclub.org) or on the day of the race from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m. The cost is just $15 for members and $25 for non-members. A limited number of adult and children’s T-shirts will be available for sale in the Friends of South Slough Bookstore.
Come to the South Slough Reserve William Q. Wick Auditorium on Saturday, July 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. for a four-person, mixed media art show. Meet with the artists and enjoy light refreshments as you relax in the beauty of the South Slough. Carol Jones has been a weaver and spinner in addition to exploring mediums such as paper making from natural plants; making marbleized and paste papers; various forms of basketry; encaustics; oil and wax paintings and collage. Barbara Lebiedzik enjoys the beauty of the Oregon coast and expresses her appreciation of life through the fiber arts of spinning, weaving, eco-printing and dyeing. Christine Hall focuses on watercolors, and her travels are the subject of many of her paintings. Stephanie Reed enjoys free motion quilting, acrylic painting, and is currently immersed in dyeing and eco-printing. To RSVP, visit www. southsloughestuary.org. The program is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
‘Wells, Wishes & Wicked Wrongdoers – or Ding, Dong, Dell, Who Threw Granny in the Well?’
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rom the early 1800s until the 1920s, a kind of theater evolved that had never been seen before. It did not fit the classic definitions of either drama or comedy and some enterprising critic coined the word “melodrama” as a description of this new kind of theater — a perfect blend of music (melody) and drama. This kind of theater came about because people wanted something in their drama which demoted reality and naturalness. “Wells, Wishes, and Wicked Wrongdoers — or Ding, Dong, Dell, Who Threw Granny in the Well?” is a melodrama, which always has two names, hence the double title. It was written by Penny Dennis, who first produced it in 2004.
Sawdust Theatre, 120 N. Adams St. in Coquille, Ore., begins its 52nd theatre season show with a sing-along as a preshow event 15 minutes before curtain-time. Between each scene, there will be song-anddance teams performing songs from yore. On any given Saturday night (and most Fridays) in Coquille between Memorial Day and Labor Day, you can experience a trip down memory lane by attending the Sawdust Theatre. The performers refer to themselves as Sawdusters. An evening at the Sawdust Theatre is always a treat for the whole family. As you arrive for the evening’s performance, you will be greeted by glamorous CanCan Ladies and Dapper
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Gents. They link their arms through yours and chat amiably with you as they escort you to your seat. While you are waiting for the start of the show, you will be treated to a dazzling display of piano pyrotechnics playing ragtime music. When the curtain rises, sit back, relax and enjoy the next two hours of escapism as you cheer the hero, boo the villain and tap your foot with the olio dancers. Sawdusters love audience participation.
As you leave the Sawdust Theatre, look again at what determination has created. The city of Coquille is very proud of this addition to the downtown core, as are the Sawdust Theatre Volunteers. The show is directed by Kendra Gray and Alex Goble. The olios are directed by Maureen March and Mickie Waddington. Stop by the Sawdust Theatre on weekends through Sept. 1 and visit www. sawdusttheatre.com. Tickets are $12.50 for adults or $5 for children 12 and under.
Cthulhu: The Musical!
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etective John LaGrasse is searching for a murderer. Francine Thurston’s uncle vanished without a trace. The only clue to both mysteries is a bizarre statue worshipped by a nightmarish cult. And it’s leading both of them out to sea, and towards insanity. But you know, with singing puppets. The show is what in a sensible universe would be impossible: a feature-length musical comedy adaptation of one of the least musical or comedic stories ever; H.P. Lovecraft’s cosmic horror classic, “The Call of Cthulhu,” performed entirely with puppets. The Portland Mercury said, “You haven’t truly experienced Lovecraft’s Equal parts rock band and comedic sold out theaters up and down the west madness until you’ve experienced it in its powerhouse, Puppeteers for Fears have coast with witty writing, electrifying truest form: As a puppet musical.”
acting, and anthemic original songs. And “Cthulhu: the Musical” has been written up as “some next-level puppet $#%&,” as far away as Italy. The Oregon troupe of Puppeteers for Fears will make a special appearance as part of its West Coast summer tour, performing Saturday, July 7, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 8, at 7 p.m. at So It Goes Coffeehouse, 190 Central Ave. in Coos Bay. Seating is limited and tickets are $12. The show runs 90 minutes, with 12 original songs, a dozen original handand-rod puppets, and digitally projected multimedia sets. It is not for children. *Unless they’re awesome. For more information, call So It Goes Coffeehouse at 541-808-9333.
Jeffrey Hull is the Featured Maritime Artist at CAM
Jeffrey Hull of Cannon Beach, Ore., is Coos Art Museum’s Featured Maritime Artist for 2018, during the museum’s 25th Annual Maritime Art Exhibition. As the Featured Artist, Hull’s works will be highlighted with a special one-person exhibition in the Museum’s Perkins Gallery that runs July 14 through Sept. 29, 2018. Born in Portland, Hull has been a resident of Cannon Beach since 1972 and has earned his living from art since 1987, when he opened the Jeffrey Hull Gallery. Known for his ability to capture the beauty and moods of the places where water joins land, Hull controls the difficult medium of watercolor. In 2008 he was profiled on Oregon Art Beat. Hull is a Signature Member of the American Society of Maritime Artists. He has been exhibiting at Coos Art Museum Annual Maritime Art Exhibitions since 2000. He has won numerous awards at these group exhibitions, including most recently, People’s Choice Awards in 2017 and 2015, Port Award in 2017 and Honorable Mention in 2017. Hull received Coos Art Museum’s 24th Annual Maritime Art Exhibition “People’s Choice Award” for his watercolor, “Along the Path.” The Museum was able to acquire the work for its Permanent Collection through a grant from the Oregon Arts Commission and it will be on display as a part of the exhibition. Coos Art Museum has been a cultural focal point of Oregon’s scenic Southern Coast since 1966. It occupies an historic 1936 Art Deco US Federal Building in
“Along the Path” and “Crash-Endo” by Jeffrey Hull downtown Coos Bay. The museum offers a wide range of arts activities including exhibitions, art classes, and lectures. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, and 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Museum admission is $5 general; $2 for students, veterans and seniors; and free to museum members and active duty military through the Blue Star Museum Program. JULY 2018 • Arts & Entertainment • COAST CENTRAL •15
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