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Local ties to an Irish Christmas Koral Aakre channels her Irish heritage TIM NOVOTNY The World‌

considered this kind of music. It’s traditional music. It is dance music, dance tunes, so there is a standard kind of repertoire,” Rose said. “Typically it’s jigs, and horn-pipes, and waltzes and some standard songs that we’ll sing as well.” The South Coast Folk Society, at its heart, is all about participation. Rose says the Irish music sessions are just one facet of their plan to get people out

‌N ORTH BEND — As Christmas Opry returns to the Little Theatre On the Bay in North Bend this week, one of its former performers is working, and enjoying, An Irish Christmas on the road. Regular visitors to the South Coast’s Opry stage will likely remember Koral Aakre as a singer and Opry dancer. So, they probably wouldn’t be surprised to learn that she is continuing to put her talents to good use on stages all over the country. The 27-year-old, who now calls southern California home, recently paid a quick visit home before heading back out on the road again as part of the touring show called “Kerry Records: An Irish Christmas.” “I am the vocal captain,” Aakre said, during a brief visit to her old stomping grounds inside the LTOB theatre. “We have four singers, one male, three female, and we sing Gaelic and English songs. The whole point, when our director was coming up with the ideas for the show — she is from Kerry, Ireland, and has lived in Los Angeles for the last 20 years — (was that) she wanted to make a show that showed her love of both cultures.” Kerry Records is an Irish-owned production company, based in L.A., that promotes and celebrates the Irish culture and traditions. While the show comes

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From left: Stacy Rose, Dahlia Grossman, and Jennifer Sordyl, members of the South Coast Folk Society, play an impromptu song in front of The Liberty Pub in North Bend. ON THE COVER: Rose, Sordyl, Koral Aakre and Grossman stand in front of the Liberty Pub

Dance, play and sing into Christmas, Celtic style! South Coast Folk Society looks to keep folk music alive on the coast TIM NOVOTNY The World‌

‌N ORTH BEND — The people of Oregon’s South Coast are used to enjoying a green Christmas. This year, instead of dreaming of a white Christmas, you may want to think about celebrating with a nod toward

the Emerald Isle. On the first and third Wednesday of each month, the Liberty Pub in North Bend plays host to the South Coast Folk Society’s Irish music session. Members say that when those dates fall in the month of December, they sometimes deviate from their usual

playlist, as a little bit of the Celtic Christmas spirit comes out to play. For those without a calendar handy, that means Dec. 17 provides the perfect opportunity to get introduced to your inner Celtic. “Well, it was created for the purpose of dancing, too, and that is the joy of it,” says Stacy Rose, who helps guide the South Coast Folk Society. S h e says t h e m u s i c just seems to resonate with people. “It touches, I think, a part of people’s soul. Maybe they don’t have Celtic genealogy in their family. But, it touches a part of us that we just relate to and want to be a part of.” Dahlia Grossman is one of those people who wanted to be part of it, playing guitar at the sessions. “The music is so lively. It’s just so much fun that we love to share it with people,” Grossman said. “You’ve got

to be happy.” You may have to be happy, but you don’t have to be a regular musician to take part in the session. And you don’t even have to play an instrument that derives from the region. Rose says all musicians, of all talent levels, are welcome. “In terms of instrumentation, there are traditional instruments that you would see — fiddles and uilleann pipes (bagpipes) and whistles — but we also have guitar players and there have been banjos, and I play a hammered dulcimer, which is not a traditional instrument, so really any kind of instrumentation would be welcome.” The music also reaches far beyond the holidays, with the group gathering year round. “There is a certain traditional repertoire of Irish, Scottish, Welsh, FrenchCanadian, tunes that are

Christmas Opry 2014 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday 2 p.m. Sunday Little Theatre on the Bay, 2100 Sherman Ave., North Bend $13 www.ltob.net

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have in this community until you come into the Opry.” As Kintner put it, “Everyone has strengths to offer this show. It’s all bits and pieces and our run-through is life.”

Lab Band holds Holiday Spectacular

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Kierstin Martin, center, dances to Rockabilly Christmas with the Opry dancers during dress rehearsal for the Christmas Opry at the Little Theatre on the Bay.

Little Theatre on the Bay Presents Christmas Opry ‌T he Christmas Opry is coming to town with more holiday tunes than even Santa could pack. This year’s show, which features such songs like “Go Tell It on the Mountain” and “Christmas Time’s A Comin’” runs Dec. 5 and 6 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. “It really is magical,” said Shirley Kintner, director of the show. “It’s amazing it comes together. It’s a real family show and anyone can

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of one comfort zone and into another. The main mission of the all-volunteer, nonprofit group is to ensure that folk music doesn’t fade from

be involved in it.” Thank includes a toddler as young a 3 years old up to an 80-year old who was once a drummer for Ray Price in the 1960s. “Everybody has a history,” Kintner said, a message that was clear when considering the different people set to hit the stage this year. “It’s been a great part of this community for many years,” said North Bend High School band teacher Amber Yester, who is singing “Santa’s got the Christmas Blues” this year. “It’s’ neat to see people around town and

hear them sing. And it’s neat to be able to share the stage with a lot of students. It’s a chance to see me in a different venue and to see students and friends outside of their normal school day.” Kallie Mill who choreographs the junior dancers, ages 8 to 12, said she loves the production because of the strong sense of community it provides. “We’re all family here cause we’ve all grown up in this theaters,” said Mill. It’s a chance for the community to see the talent we have here. You really don’t realize what type of talent we

‌NORTH BEND—The Oregon Coast Lab Band is ready to share a Holiday Spectacular concert featuring Evolution, The Wednesday Night 7, Five Guys in Bowties, and Howard and William Crombie. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Egyptian Theatre, 229 S. Broadway in Coos Bay. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and free for students and children 10 and younger. Advance tickets are available at Checkerberry’s Flowers and Gifts. The Lab Band is sponsored in part by Pro Diesel Repair, Larry Zimin, and Paul and Lori Utz.

Wild Women dare you to sing ‌C HARLESTON—Margery, Mel and Earla, the Wild Women of Charleston are at it again offering up some seasonal entertainment and other holiday delights. The Wild Women dare you to join the “Charleston Sweetie Pies” Christmas carol singalong 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec.

7, at the Wild Women of Charleston Wine and Gift Shop. The shop is located at 63340 Boat Basin Drive, in Charleston.

Enjoy a wonderful life ‌E MPIRE—The Dolphin Players welcome the holiday season with a production of the beloved classic, It’s A Wonderful Life. The family friendly oldtime radio play

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the Liberty Pub (no cover charge, and runs from 7-9 p.m.) to take your first steps toward joining that effort. “If anybody plays an instrument, come on out and play with us,” Rose said. “One of the joys of playing at a session is seeing people who maybe have been a little bit timid about their playing and they’ll come out and see what it’s about. “I just got a message from

opens Friday, Dec. 5, and runs weekends through Sunday, Dec. 21. Curtain will be at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday at the Dolphin Playhouse, located at 580 Newmark Ave. in the historic Empire District of Coos Bay. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $5 for children. Admission on Saturday, Dec. 6, is by donation of a new toy for Toys for Tots.

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Entertainment

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MOVIES BIG HERO 6 2D — PG Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 12:00, 1:10, 2:45, 3:50, 5:25; S-W: 8:05

BIRDMAN — R Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 12:10, 5:55

DUMB AND DUMBER TO — PG-13 Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 1:15, 4:00, 6:50, 9:30

FURY — R Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 2:55, 8:40

HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PART 1 — PG-13 Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 12:20, 2:25, 3:20, 5:20, 6:20, 8:20, 9:15 Redwood Cinema: S-Su: 1:00, 4:00; S-Th: 7:00; W: 2:00

HORRIBLE BOSSES 2—R Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 1:00, 3:45, 6:40, 9:25

INTERSTELLAR — PG-13 Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 12:30, 4:10; S-W: 7:50

Learn to make a gingerbread house

Senior singles meet ‌ regularly C O O S B AY — Want to meet folks your own age? The Senior Singles Club meets regularly and is always looking for members 50 and better. If you would like to attend one or all of the monthly events, call the number associated with the activity you’re interested in.

‌C O Q U I L L E — I t ’ s your chance to attend a gingerbread house decorating workshop at the Downtown Studio, 74 E First St., Coquille. The workshop will start at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, with instructor Jeri Ramsey. Morning will be assembling the gingerbread house while the afternoon will be decorating with frosting and candy/snacks. Cost to participate is $25, which includes materials, but participants can bring their own decorations. Class is limited to ages 10 and older and there is only space for 10 students. To s i g n u p, v i s i t the Downtown Studio afterschool or call Jeri at 541-396-6384 or Nancy at 541-290-8479. ‌

CARDS AND GAMES 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7; Coos Bay Fire Station Community Room, 450 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay. Bring your own snack. 541-252-1913 NO HOST LUNCHEON AND MEETING 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13. Venture Inn, 2265 Inland Dr., North Bend. 541-294-6135 NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31. Portside Restaurant, 63383 Kingfisher Road, Charleston. No host. 541294-6135

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BOWLING EVERY THURSDAY 9:15 a.m. North Bend Lanes, 1225 Virginia Ave., North Bend. 541-267-3443 For information about the club, call Marian Tracy at 541-266-1012.

Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 12:50, 3:30, 6:10, 8:55

PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR 3D — PG Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 4:15, 8:45 World File Photo‌

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Classes & Workshops

Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 12:45, 1:55, 3:10, 5:35, 6:30, 8:00 Redwood Cinema: S-Su: 1:00, 4:00; S-Th: 7:00; W: 2:00

ST. VINCENT — PG-13 Pony Village Cinema: S-Th: 6:25, 9:00 Pony Village Cinema, North Bend: 541-756-3447 Redwood Cinema, Brookings: 541-412-7575

‌SATURDAY, DEC. 6

Santa’s Wooden Boat Workshop 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Coos Bay Boat Building Center, 100 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay. Build a wooden Kon-Tiki. Boat building kits will include wooden pontoons, rigging and sails, $10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Hot cider, cookies, coffee and music provided. A limited number of scholarships are available. Contact Tom Leahy for information or to register.

Monotype Workshop with Pat Snyder 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. Two-day class, size limited to 3-6 adult,s all skill levels. Second class same time Saturday, Dec. 13. Cost is $90 or $75 to CAM members. Register by Dec. 4. 541267-3901.

THURSDAY, DEC. 11

Get Out Get Covered 2-6 p.m., North Bend Medical Center, 1900 Woodland Drive, Coos Bay. Get

information on Pacific Source health plans, enrollment details while speaking with a representative. 541-385-5483

FRIDAY, DEC. 12

Job Assist Computer Lab noon2 p.m., Coos Bay Public Library Myrtlewood Room, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. Job related comSATURDAY, DEC. 13 puter needs only. User may bring their own laptop. First-come, first- Tide of the Toddlers—Whales served. 541-269-1101 or http:// 10-11 a.m., South Slough Interprebay.cooslibraries.org/calendar. tive Center, 61907 Seven Devils

Road, Charleston. Cost is $1 per toddler. Call 541-888-5558 to register. Holiday Greens Workshop 1-3 p.m., South Slough Interpretive Center, 61907 Seven Devils Road, Charleston. Make holiday decorations for your home. Cost is $2 per person, all materials provided. For ages 6 and older with an adult. Call 541-888-5558 to register.

The City of North ‌ Bend’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration will begin at 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, just in time to welcome Santa who will arrive about 6 p.m. to help Mayor Rick Wetherell light the Christmas tree. Join Bay Area Teen Idol for some caroling. Kids can make crafts, and the whole family can enjoy cookies,

hot cider and samples from Portland Bagel Co. Rides on the antique fire truck Santa arrived on will be available. Santa will listen to holiday wishes an give children 12 and younger a special treat. At the end of the celebration one lucky boy and girl will receive a brand new bike. For more information, contact Bonnie Hayes at 541756-4613 or nbinfo@uci.net.

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Yachats Club ladies host event ‌YACHATS—The Yachats Ladies Club 87th annual Christmas Bazaar began Friday and will continue 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7, at the YLC Clubhouse, 286 W Third and Pontiac streets in Yachats. On Saturday, lunch will be served from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and pie will be served all day. You will find all kinds of knitted items, jewelry, journals, holiday decor, ornaments and much, much more. Many of these items are exclusive to the Yachats Ladies Club, including delightful edible goodies. T h e Ya c h a ts L a d i e s Club’s famous Gifts-OnThe-Go Gift Baskets will be available for reasonable prices, especially for the children residing at My Sister’s Place, a safe haven for women and children coming from domestic violence.

The club also creates special totes with towels and bath products for the women at the shelter. Buy a basket or tote and they will be delivered to the shelter in time for the holiday. Mystery gifts are small, inexpensive pre-wrapped surprises. They make great stocking stuffers. Or discover Grannie’s Attic Table treasures. Buy tickets, $1 each, for the Horn of Plenty Food Basket and you may be the lucky winner of a large collection of non-perishable food items. A hand made, queen-size quilt will be on display with raffle tickets $1 each or 6 for $5. Proceeds support the Yachats Ladies Club Scholarship Fund. The winner will selected Sunday and notified by phone. For information, call Sandy Dunn, at 541-5473205.

GO! Calendar of Events SATURDAY, DEC. 6‌ ILWU Auxiliary Craft Fair 9 a.m.-4 p.m., ILWU Hall, 2064 Sheridan Ave., North Bend.

Second Annual Winter Festival 2-6 p.m., Avamere Rehab, 2625 Koos Bay Blvd., Coos Bay. Santa will be available for photos, wishes and sharing treats. Other family friendly activities.

Christmas Bazaar 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Free Roller Skating 3-5 p.m., 2250 16th St., North Bend. Pulled pork lunch: lasagna sales Snoddy Memorial Gymnasium, Bay Area Church of the proceeds will go to community Nazarene, 1850 Clark St., North projects. Bend. Skates provided for all 13th Annual Bus Jam 10 a.m.ages. Children must be accom3 p.m., Bandon Shopping Center panied by parent or guardian. and BiMart parking lots. www. Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., loadthebus.com. Shore Acres State Park, 89309 87th Annual Christmas Bazaar Cape Arago Highway, Charles10 a.m.-3 p.m., Yachats Ladies ton. Refreshments and displays Club, 286 W Third and Pontiac, in the Garden House. Parking Yachats. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net for the entertainment schedule. Holiday Open House 10 a.m.3 p.m., Coquille Valley Art Cen- Light Parade 6 p.m., begins at ter, 10144 Highway 42, Coquille. Central and 10th, Coquille and Art demonstrations, raffle and will end at the Coquille Commuoriginal art for sale. Refreshnity Center. ments. Sea of Lights 6:30-9:30 p.m., Friends of Coos Bay Public Oregon Coast Aquarium, 2820 Library Book Sale 10 a.m.SE Ferry Slip Road, Newport. 4 p.m., Coos Bay Public Library Admission is $2 and two cans or Cedar and Myrtlewood rooms, pet or people food, or $8. Santa 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. available for photos. www. Old Town Marketplace 10 a.m.aquarium.com. 4 p.m., 250 First St. SW, BanChristmas in Coquille 7 p.m., don. Farmers and artisans on Coquille Community Center, 915 the waterfront. N. Birch, Coquille. Santa, crafts, Winter Craft Faire 10 a.m.4 p.m., The Barn, 1200 11th St. SW, Bandon. 541-551-5073.

Umpqua Discovery Center Community Appreciation Day 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Umpqua Discovery Center, 409 Riverfront Way, Reedsport. Free admission. 53rd Annual Holiday Bazaar 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Reedsport Community Center, 451 Winchester Ave., Reedsport. Holiday Book Sale noon4:30 p.m., Bandon Public Library, 1204 11th St. SW, Bandon. Members admitted at 10 a.m. Ninth Annual Nativity Festival 1-6 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 2705 Munsel Lake Road, Florence. Various sizes and styles of nativities on display. Let the Whole World Sing Christmas Cantata 2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 592 Edison Ave. SW, Bandon. Presented by Bandon Ministerial Association, directed by John Harding.

music and displays. Christmas Opry 7 p.m., Little Theatre on the Bay, 2100 Sherman Ave., North Bend. Tickets: online at http://ltob.net or 541756-4336. It’s A Wonderful Life 7 p.m., Dolphin Playhouse, 580 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay. Admission by new toy for Toys for Tots. http://thedolphinplayers.web. com. Ain’t Misbehavin’ Swing Jazz 7-9 p.m., The Liberty Pub, 2047 Sherman Ave., North Bend. Cover $5. The Plight Before Christmas Melodrama 7:30 p.m., Sawdust Theatre, 114 N. Adams, Coquille. Adults $10, students $5.

SUNDAY, DEC. 7‌ 87th Annual Christmas Bazaar 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Yachats Ladies Club, 286 W Third and Pontiac, Yachats. Friends of Coos Bay Public Library Book Sale noon4 p.m., Coos Bay Public Library Cedar and Myrtlewood rooms,

525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. Bag sale day. Senior Singles Club Cards & Games 1-4 p.m., Coos Bay Fire Station Community Room, 450 Elrod Ave., Coos Bay. Bring your own snack. 541-252-1913. Ninth Annual Nativity Festival 1-6 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-day Saints, 2705 Munsel Lake Road, Florence. Various sizes and styles of nativities on display. Christmas Opry 2 p.m., Little Theatre on the Bay, 2100 Sherman Ave., North Bend. Tickets: online at http://ltob.net or 541756-4336. It’s A Wonderful Life 2 p.m., Dolphin Playhouse, 580 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $5 for children. http://thedolphinplayers.web. com. The Plight Before Christmas Melodrama 2 p.m., Sawdust Theatre, 114 N. Adams, Coquille. Adults $10, students $5. Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra Concert 2 p.m., Florence Community Baptist Church, 4590 U.S. Highway 101, Florence. Adults $10. 541-997-3727. Charleston Sweetie Pies Christmas Carol Sing-along 2-3 p.m., Wild Women of Charleston Wine and Gift Shop, 63340 Boat Basin Drive, Charleston.

Admission is $2 and two cans of pet or people food, or $8. Santa available for photos. www. aquarium.com.

MONDAY, DEC. 8‌ Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Shore Acres State Park, 89309 Cape Arago Highway, Charleston. Refreshments and displays in the Garden House. Parking is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net for the entertainment schedule.

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TUESDAY, DEC. 9‌ Armchair Film Adventure — 2 p.m., Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. Refreshments served. 541-2691101. Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Shore Acres State Park, 89309 Cape Arago Highway, Charleston. Refreshments and displays in the Garden House. Parking is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net for the entertainment schedule. Bingo 6:45 p.m., Masonic Lodge 140, 2002 Union Ave., North Bend. Refreshments available. Gold Coast Men’s Chorus Christmas and Beyond 7:159:15 p.m., Marshfield High School chorus room, 10th and Ingersoll, Coos Bay. Men’s four part harmony for the holidays until Dec. 27. Reading music not required. 541-808-4597.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 10‌ Preschool Storytime 11 a.m., Reedsport Branch Library, 395 Winchester Ave., Reedsport. Stories and crafts. 541-271-3500

Sea Breeze Harmony Chorus Christmas Around the World 3 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church, 2741 Sherman Ave., North Business Connection Luncheon Bend. Christmas choral music with guests Gold Coast Chorus, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Mill Marshfield New Horizons, North Casino, Salmon Room, 3201 Bend Jz Choir, South Coast Tremont St., North Bend. No Women’s Tree-O, Pure Vocal and host buffet $12. Guests: TBA. The Breakers. Free; donations RSVP, 541-266-0868. accepted. Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Shore Acres State Park, 89309 Shore Acres State Park, 89309 Cape Arago Highway, CharlesCape Arago Highway, Charleston. Refreshments and displays ton. Refreshments and displays in the Garden House. Parking in the Garden House. Parking is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net for the entertainment schedule. for the entertainment schedule. Old-Fashioned Jam Session 5 p.m., Halfway Tavern, 59576 Halfway Road, Coos Bay. 541267-5933. Sea of Lights 6:30-9:30 p.m., Oregon Coast Aquarium, 2820 SE Ferry Slip Road, Newport.

THURSDAY, DEC. 11‌ Central Coast Christian Women Luncheon Program 11 a.m.1 p.m., Red Lion Hotel, 1313 N. Bayshore Drive., Coos Bay. Hosted by Stonecroft Ministries. See CALENDAR, 6

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‘The Plight Before Christmas’ CARLY MAYBERRY The World‌

‌ ith local idiosyncraW sies mixed in with its usual melodramatic style, the Sawdust Theatre is presenting this year’s holiday production “The Plight of Christmas.” It’s the historic theatre’s fourth annual Christmas play and makes its debut Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m., with shows on Dec. 6, 12 and 13 at the same time. Matinee performances on Dec. 7 and 14 take place at 2 p.m. This year two Sawdusters, Nancy Wilson and Kendra Gray, who are usually on stage take directing roles. “I’ve always been hungry for the stage but it was time to step off and take a look at the other side,” said 25-year old Gray, who began taking part in the play’s productions at 11 years of age. “It’s been amazing and humbling. On the outside looking in, a director’s job looks a lot simpler than it really is. There’s a lot

more involved than barking and telling people where to stand.” Gray barely finishes her remark when a little girl rushed up to her with a question. “We march o n J i n g l e Be l l s ? ” s h e asked anxiously. Gray said she couldn’t do

Call to water artists

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Ebeneezer Humbug, left played by Jesse Knudson, is surprised when his long-lost partner (Robert Givens) appears in the saloon during the production of “The Plight Before Christmas” as the Sawduster Theater in Coquille. all the juggling of questions and costume sewing and producing without her partner-in-crime Wilson, who herself became involved in the theatre in 1995. “It’s a labor of love,” said Wilson with a quiet tone. T h e two h a d eve n more to say about the

S u b m i t yo u r wa te rt h e m e d a r t d ra w i n g , painting, photography, sculpture and video by Friday, Feb. 10, online or by mail. Artwork must have been completed within the last two years and not previously exhibited at UVAA. Artists may submit up

production’s cast, which includes veteran Sawdusters Debbie Grant singing “Winter Wonderland” at the show’s opening, and Laurie Kreutzer, who is in her fourth Sawdust production. The show also features younger cast members who have never

to three entries, all genres and media accepted (see p ros p e c t u s) . A l l wo rk must be ready to hang/ install upon arrival. UVAA commission rates are 30 percent for UVAA members and 40 percent for non-members. Entries must be original works of

Christmas carol sing along Join the “Charleston Sweetie Pies” on Sunday, Dec. 7th from 2pm to 3pm at our store location for treats along with singing!

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performed before. In all, 100 volunteers worked on the production. “Their dedication and the development they’ve gone through is amazing,” Gray said. “I could have something sweet to say about every single one of them.” Both Gray and Wilson are hoping that enough people come see the show for the theatre to earn enough funds for a new roof. “We’re trying to raise the roof,” Gray quipped. Cast member Kreutzer, who is banking on that, said that it’s just the perfect kind of show for the holiday season. “This production … it’s a great play for a Christmas play,” Kreutzer said. “It’s light, cheery and the villain get theirs in the end.” eporter Carly Mayberry R can be reached at 541-2691222, ext. 234, or by email at carly.mayberry@theworldlink.com. Follow her on Twitter: @CarlyMayberry.

art and entirely created by the entrant. No wo rk w i l l b e accepted into this show which is in violation of any copyright or is not an original work made by the submitting artist. Submission fee is $20 for UVAA members and $25 for non-members. The opening reception will be 5-7 p.m. Friday, March 20. Art will remain on display through May 2. The UVAA’s hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m-4 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. The UVAA is located a t 1624 W. H a rva rd Ave., Roseburg. For more information call 541-672-2532 or visit www.uvarts.com.

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Continued from 5 Cost is $13. To arrange for child care or to RSVP, call 541-8080625. Yuletide Concert 7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 2238 Pony Creek Road, North Bend. Bay Area Concert Band will be under the direction of Mark Allen with guest conductor Robert Campbell. Donations accepted. Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Shore Acres State Park, 89309 Cape Arago Highway, Charleston. Refreshments and displays in the Garden House. Parking is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net for the entertainment schedule.

FRIDAY, DEC. 12‌ Old Town Marketplace 10 a.m.4 p.m., 250 First St. SW, Bandon. Farmers and artisans on the waterfront. Coos Bay Garden Club Holiday Decorated Mug Sale 10 a.m.8 p.m., Pony Village Mall, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend. Proceeds go to club projects. Mugs $7-10. Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Shore Acres State Park, 89309 Cape Arago Highway, Charleston. Refreshments and displays in the Garden House. Parking is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net for the entertainment schedule. Christmas Karaoke 5:307:30 p.m., Outdoor-In, 305 S. Fourth St., Coos Bay. 15th Annual Carol-Lons Handbell Christmas Concert 7 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church, 2741 Sherman Ave., North Bend. Guests include The Happy Five polka band, and vocalists Carol Stepleton and Gary Wolgamott. It’s A Wonderful Life 7 p.m., Dolphin Playhouse, 580 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $5 for children. http://thedolphinplayers.web. com. SWOCC Orchestra Concert: Pacifica String Quartet 7 p.m., Hales Center for the Performing Arts, 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay. www.facebook.com/ SWOCCO. The Plight Before Christmas Melodrama 7:30 p.m., Sawdust Theatre, 114 N. Adams, Coquille. Adults $10, students $5. See CALENDAR, 7

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C O Q U I L L E — I t ’s ‌ becoming a tradition for the Church of the Nazarene in Coquille to host a drive through live Nativity. It’s a reminder to Christians what Christmas means and a food drive for the local food bank. Those with a charitable heart can bring their nonperishable food donations to the church at 997 W. Central Blvd., in Coquille. The Live Nativity Story will be available for viewing 6-8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, and again Saturday, Dec. 20. For more information, call 541-396-2521.

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Old Town Marketplace 10 a.m.4 p.m., 250 First St. SW, Bandon. Farmers and artisans on the waterfront. Coos Bay Garden Club Holiday Decorated Mug Sale 10 a.m.6 p.m., Pony Village Mall, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend. Proceeds go to club projects. Mugs $7-10. Senior Singles Club No-host Luncheon and Meeting 11:30 a.m., Venture Inn, 2265 Inland Drive, North Bend. 541-294-6135.

Bay. Featuring Evolution, The Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Shore Coos County DAV Chapter 38 tion 5:45-8 p.m., North Bend Community Center, 2222 Broadway, Wednesday Night 7, Five Guys in Acres State Park, 89309 Cape Meeting 1 p.m., American Legion North Bend. Santa arrives around Hall, 1421 Airport Way, North Bend. Arago Highway, Charleston. Bowties, and Howard and William 6 p.m. in time to help Mayor Rick Refreshments and displays in the Open to anyone wishing to discuss Crombie. Admission is $10, stuWetherell light the tree. There will issues related to disabled veterans. Garden House. Parking is $5. Visit dents and seniors $8, children 10 be caroling, cookies, hot cider and www.shoreacres.net for the enterand younger admitted free. Santa and Mrs. Claus Visit Port rides on an antique fire truck. Santainment schedule. of Bandon 1 p.m., Port of Bandon, ta will listen to wishes from kids You Dirty Rat Comedy Murder Sea of Lights 5-8 p.m., Oregon 250 First St. SW, Bandon. Santa 12 and younger. Bike give-away to Mystery Dinner 7 p.m., FlorCoast Aquarium, 2820 SE Ferry Slip one girl and one boy. arrive at the boat launch at conence Playhouse, 208 Laurel St., Road, Newport. Admission free tinues to Old Town Marketplace It’s A Wonderful Life 7 p.m., Florence. Reserve your seat by with same day admission stub or where he will be available for Dolphin Playhouse, 580 Newmark calling 541-997-4549 or by visithand stamp or $8. www.aquarium. photos. 541-347-3206. Ave., Coos Bay. Admission is $10 ing Flavours Restaurant, 1517 U.S. com. for adults, $8 for seniors and Pick a Crab Pot Silent Auction Highway 101, Florence. students, $5 for children. http:// 1-3 p.m., South Slough Interpretive Christmas Karaoke 5:30-7:30 p.m., Outdoor-In, 305 S. Fourth St., Coos thedolphinplayers.web.com. The Plight Before Christmas Center, 61907 Seven Devils Road, Bay. Melodrama 7:30 p.m., Sawdust Charleston. Bidding 2-3 p.m. and Oregon Coast Lab Band Holiday Theatre, 114 N. Adams, Coquille. winners announced at 3:30 p.m. City of North Bend Christmas Spectacular 7 p.m., Egyptian Call to register 541-888-5558. Tree Lighting & Holiday Celebra- Theatre, 229 S. Broadway, Coos Adults $10, students $5.

‌E U G E N E — E v e r wanted to learn how to snowshoe? You have a couple of opportunities through Eugene Recreation’s Outdoor Program. Warm up to winter by learning to snowshoe Saturday, Dec. 13. Have some fun with professional guide and naturalist Dave Walp who will lead a snowshoeing trip to the best snow in the Cascades. Participants also will practice back-country skills and winter safety. Walp will lead a similar trip on Saturday, Jan. 17. Participants for either trip must be 16 years or older and able to hike 3-5 miles on an uneven terrain. There is a required pre-trip meeting on the preceding Wednesday for both of these trips. Another snowshoe trip for adults age 50 and older will start in a classroom where participants will learn about clothing and equipment. The class will meet 5:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15, at the River House, 301 N. Adams St., in Eugene. On Wednesday, Dec. 17, participants will head to the mountains for a 2-3 hour practice session with experienced guides. Cost for each trip is $45 and includes transportation and leadership. Rent or bring your own equipment. For more information, call 541-682-5329. To register, go to: www. eugene-or.gov/recenroll.

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from a specific background, Aakre says it is really not a complete departure from the kinds of shows that LTOB’s Opry performs each year. “I think, actually, the whole Opry style is very similar. We like connecting with our audience a lot, a lot of audience participation. But, really, I just think growing up in a great theater, having a lot of support being on stage, love of the arts, has definitely translated to this show. I think that is why I love it so much. It reminds me a little bit of home.” It also keeps her, and the audience members, smiling. “We have a full dance group and we kind of contribute with the dancers on a couple of songs. We have a full Irish band, and they

are just phenomenal. It just kind of weaves in and out of singing and dancing, and American and Irish, into one big hoopla of fun I guess,” she said with a laugh. Tracing its own roots back to the hugely popular Riverdance show that exploded in America in the mid-’90s, An Irish Christmas similarly offers to entertain even those without a Celtic history. “I think it has a lot to do with the call-and-response. Even when the dancers are dancing, they always encourage the audience to yell and woot along with them. The singers also do that, we encourage each other and the audience feels comfortable yelling along with us,” Aakre said. “We do traditional Irish music, we do Silent Night in Gaelic and translate into English and invite the audience to sing along with us. It just kind of has a nice homey, family feel to it. It’s just a really good time. It’s not like just being at a concert, you are going to

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have an experience.” Unfortunately, for this year anyway, it is an experience that local residents will have to track down out of town. Aakre arrived in Oregon’s Bay Area after wrapping up most of the Midwest portion of the group’s tour. Then she headed back out to engage audience members at sites around California, Washington, Colorado and Arizona. She is hoping they might get a little closer to home next year, and she expects to be back with them on stage. Many of the members do keep coming back, year after year. “I’m having a great time, but I miss home and am happy to be back for a little break.” If you are planning to travel, and want to try to catch the show before it wraps its tour on Dec. 21, check out their website at anirishchristmastour.com. eporter Tim Novotny can R be reached at 541-269-1222, ext. 235, or by email at tim. novotny@theworldlink.com.

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