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‘Playing with Fire’ exhibit features glass art of Pacific Northwestartists

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Cappy Thompson’s “The Courtship of the Sun and the Moon” is one of the pieces that will be on display at Coos Art Museum.The piece is from the Glass Art Museum in Tacoma, Wash.

COOS BAY — Dangling jellyfish, butterflies, a 35inch salmon, an oldgrowth tree lying horizontal in a forest, the marriage of the sun and the moon — all made of glass — arrived at Coos Art Museum on Friday, Dec. 13, when “Playing with Fire: Glass Art in the Pacific Northwest” opened with a reception for the public.

The exhibit will remains on display through Feb. 15.

The show’s title grew

out of the technique of blowing glass which involves heating the glass in the red-hot “glory hole,” then shaping the molten substance by blowing through a metal tube into the sticky substance as it is whirled about in a wild dance by artists. The glass pieces created, which look so cool and still, are mute testaments to transformation by inferno.

The show, which was made possible by a grant

from the Antonin and Vladimir Kulaev Foundation (AVK Arts), will feature works by some of the foremost glass artists from the Seattle and Portland areas, as well as artists from Coos and Curry counties.

Local glass artists Karin Richardson and Dana Rieck, and the show’s guest curator Victoria Tierney, have been visiting the studios, galleries and museums in Seattle, Tacoma and Pilchuck have been rounding up a worldclass exhibition of glass art. Works by many of the founders of “The Glass Art Movement” will be shown at the museum, including works by internationally recognized artist, Ann Gardner, who grew up in Coos Bay. Gardner’s architectural mosaic glass structures adorn buildings around the world.

Other Seattle-based artists include: Martin Blank, whose “Crystal Skin” is a 10-foot-long “tree” of glass; Joseph Gregory Rossano, whose images of fish and butterflies will be accompanied by interactive information available to anyone with a smart phone; Richard Royal, who has worked with Pilchuck founder Dale Chihuly; Cappy Thompson and Dick Weiss, two early Pilchuck artists, who paint on glass; Paul Marioni, whose surreal and humorous pieces are cherished by collectors; Jenny Pohlman and Sabrina Knowles, whose striking blown glass heads and torsos are bedecked with beads and swords; Preston Singletary, who combines

brilliant glass artistry with his Native-American heritage; and Raven Skyriver, whose 35-inch “Salmon” will be coming to Coos Bay direct from a museum exhibit in Denmark.

From Portland, courtesy of Ashland’s Davis & Cline Gallery, are works by Catharine Newell and Linda Ethier. Newell’s works are overlays of subtle images on flat glass — ethereal and poetic, while Ethier’s sculptures evoke nests filled with fluttering white crystal feathers — mysterious and lovely.

Local glass artists include Karin Richardson, Dana Rieck, James Shaw and Kirk Day, who will be showing his large fusedglass forms. Other participating South Coast artists include Bessie Joyce, of Lampa Mountain Glassworks; Dutch Schulze, of Bandon, who until recently ran the Glass Art Studio on U.S. H ighway 101; the late Charles Tatum, whose wooden sculptures Schulze has cast in glass; and Chris Hawthorne, whose blown-glass jellyfish and blown-glass vessels may be seen at his own Hawthorne Gallery in Port Orford. Hawthorne, who springs from a family of artists, will be celebrated at an accompanying exhibit upstairs in the museum’s Uno Richter Gallery.

“Playing with Fire” also will be an unveiling of a major glass artwork belonging to the museum but not seen in years. It is a work by the late Frederick Heidel, who was repreSEE GLASS | PAGE 3

‘Art of the Hawthorne Family ' includes extended family

Continued from Page 2 sented by the prestigious Laura Russo Gallery of Portland. James Shaw, glass artist and collector, also will be lending some of his exquisite Paul Stankard crystal balls for this exhibit.

“The artists whose work will be on show at the museum from Friday through Feb. 15, are some of the finest anywhere,” according to curator Tierney. “This show will be a fitting memorial to AVK Arts, whose founder, Elena Karina Canavier, passed away in 2010, and whose past president, her partner Bill Scott, passed Contributed photo away this year. Canavier and Scott, who were based Richard Royal’s glass art sculpin Los Angeles and ture will be on display.

Washington, D.C., had been building a 10,000square-foot studio on a Pacific Northwest mountaintop in Langlois. glass artists at CAM It was Elena and Bill’s dream to help foster the Martin Blank, Kirk Day, Linda growth of Coos Art Ethier, Ann Gardner, Chris Museum by underwriting Hawthorne, Frederic Heidel, Bessie shows.”

Joyce, Sabrina Knowles, Paul Tierney, who has curatMarioni, Jeanne Newman, ed more than 50 shows in Catherine Newell, Jenny Pohlman, Bandon sponsored by AVK Karin Richardson, Dana Rieck, Arts, has previously curatJoseph Gregory Rossano, Richard ed exhibits for Coos Art Royal, Dutch Schulze, James Shaw, Museum: “Shadows Preston Singletary, Raven Skyriver, 2000” (1998), “Cats & Paul Stankard, Charles Tatum, Dragons” (2000), “The Cappy Thompson and Dick Weiss.

Dog & Pony Show” (2002) and “Oregon Prison Art” (2009).

George Espinoza,” which This exhibit combines grew out of the Oregon Tierney’s connection to Prison Art show in 2009, Coos Art Museum and her also will be on exhibit from connection to AVK Arts. Dec. 13 through Feb. 15 in Another exhibit, “The the Clare Wehrle Gallery Geometric Fantasias of upstairs.

COOS BAY — The Art of the Hawthorne exhibition presents the artwork of the multi-talented and m u l t i - ge n e ra t i o n a l Hawthorne family artists, on display in its Uno Richter Atrium Gallery of Coos Art Museum through Dec. 13.

Members of the family are also proprietors of two highly regarded Pacific Coast galleries: the Hawthorne Gallery in Big Sur, Calif.; and the Contributed photo Hawthorne Gallery, in Port Chris Hawthorne’s “King of the Orford.

The Hawthornes are a Road.”

true dynasty of talented and successful artists whose family members work across many media, materials and disciplines including sculpting, ceramics, jewelry, painting, glass and architecture.

Among the painters participating in the exhibition are Gregory Hawthorne and nephew Daemian. Gregory is the oldest of the Hawthorne siblings and helped to found the first Hawthorne Gallery near his home in Big Sur. Chris Hawthorne, of Port Orford, is known

internationally for his blown-glass art. His niece Shelby also will be contributing her glass art to the exhibition. Julie Hawthorne, Chris’ wife, is a ceramic sculptor and also contributed several works to the family exhibition.

Brother-in-law Steve Kuntz is a wood sculptor living in Coquille who participated in last year’s wood invitational at Coos Art Museum. His wife, Lisa Hawthorne, is a jewelry artist who is particularly noted for her work with enamels.

Geometric Fantasias of George Espinoza in Clare Wehrle Gallery COOS BAY — Coos Art Museum will be featuring The Geometric Fantasias of George Espinoza in its Clare Wehrle Community Gallery. The exhibition remains in the museum through Feb. 15.

All the works in this exhibition date 2010 and 2011 during a period in which George Espinoza was at Snake River Correctional Institution. He has since been released and is living in northwest Oregon. All the works were done on 9-

inch by 12-inch paper with colored pencils with a great sense of color and design. Though most are geometric abstracts, they carry within themselves symbolic relationships and concepts developed by the artist.

In 2009, Coos Art Museum hosted an exhibition curated by Victoria Tierney and featured art produced in Oregon state prisons. This one-person showing is an outgrowth and continuation of that exhibition.

‘Garden Party’ art hangs in Mabel Hansen Gallery Jon Leach and Holly Werner began their painting collaborations in the spring of 2011 in their shared studio in Roseburg. Leach, a mixed-media abstract artist from Seattle, and Werner, a contemporary floral artist and a native of Roseburg, found that utilizing their skills in this seemingly cooperative way produced a calm yet energized magic.

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Oregon Coast Culinary Institute to host fourth annual New Year’s Eve Ball COOS BAY — Southwestern Oregon Community College and the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute will host its fourth annual New Year’s Eve Ball on Dec. 31. This year features a Moulin Rouge theme. Festivities for those 21 years and older will begin at 8:30 p.m., and will include gourmet food, DJ and dancing, no-host ice bar, silent auction, and a New Year’s countdown complete with a champagne toast. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door.

The ball is sponsored by the Culinary Club with all proceeds going towards sending chef Instructor Chris Foltz and student Jillian Howell to compete in Ice Alaska, the

World Championships of Ice Carving, in February. OCCI is the only school in the world that participates in this elite professional competition. It is a tremendous opportunity and learning experience. It also serves to highlight the unique opportunities available to the students of OCCI and Southwestern Oregon Community College that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Last year the team placed second.

For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Shannon Poynter at 541-888-7189 or shannon.poynter@socc.edu.

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Classes & Workshops SATURDAY, DEC. 14

Bay Public Library Cedar Room, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. Learn to download free ebooks and audiobooks. Bring your device with Internet accessibility. You will need a valid library card, a PIN, access to the Internet and a valid email address.

enrollment. Register by calling 541-572-5263, ext. 292.

Sheep Webinar 4-5:15 p.m., Coos County OSU Extension Service, 631 Alder St., Myrtle Point or Douglas County OSU Extension Service, 1134 SE Douglas Ave., Roseburg.

Webinar also is available online at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com.

MYRTLE POINT — Are you worried about having to select health insurance? Stressed about co-pays, premiums and co-insurance? Feeling overwhelmed and confused? Coos County OSU Extension Family & Community Health is here to help.

On Tuesday, Dec. 17, at 1-3 p.m. OSU Extension will offer the Smart Choice Health Insurance workshop at TUESDAY, DEC. 17 ORCCA (Oregon Coast Community Action), 1855 Thomas Ave. (behind Staples) in Coos Bay. The workSmart Choice Health Plan Workshop 1-3 p.m., SATURDAY, DEC. 21 shop is free and includes a health insurance workbook ORCCA, room 215, 1855 Thomas Ave., Coos that will guide you to making the right choice for your Bay. Free, but registration is required. UnbiFilm: Gray Whale Obstacle Course 1-2 p.m., family or small business. Class will be held in room 215 of ased curriculum to help choose the right South Slough Interpretive Center, 61907 the ORCCA building. health plan through Cover Oregon; materials Seven Devils Road, Charleston. Film on the Smart Choice Health Insurance is a comprehensive, will be available with information; and an big screen and free popcorn. Register at research-based, unbiased curriculum designed to equip option to make appointment to help with 541-888-5558. people with the tools they need to make the best decision possible for their families when choosing health insurance.

Developed by a team of experts from across the nation — led by the University of Maryland — Smart Choice is the result of two years of research and pilot-testing that took place in seven states. Consumer workshops help participants learn how to analyze what they need and want from health care providers, compare plans, calculate how health insurance will affect their financial budgets, and ultimately apply the information and knowledge gained to make a smart choice.

“Smart Choice is not about recommending one specific plan,” says Bonnie Braun, co-leader of the team of University of Maryland and Delaware Extension experts that developed Smart Choice. “It’s designed to help people gain a set of skills so that they can choose a plan that best fits their family’s needs and then use that plan efficiently once enrolled.”

With the Affordable Care Act in place, OSU Extension wants to help make the right healthcare decisions. Smart Choice can help you do that but this workshop is not about enrolling. To assist with that, we will have Cover Oregon (the statewide insurance marketplace) materials available and community partners on hand who can schedule personal appointments to help you enroll once you’ve made your choices. Registration is required.

Classes are small to allow for optimal learning; call 541Contributed photo 572-5263, ext. 292, to reserve your seat today.

For more information on Smart Choice, visit spiced cider, to inspire a decorated, is an added Hughes House. Gift shops www.extension.umd.edu/insure. For more information festive mood and holiday bonus for visitors, weather at both locations will be about the workshop, contact Stephanie.Polizzi@orevisiting. Cape Blanco permitting; days and open for last-minute gonstate.edu.

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Tide of the Toddlers — Whales 10-11 a.m., South Slough Interpretive Center, 61907 Seven Devils Road, Charleston. Program for children ages 1-5 who will sing, make a craft and discover the natural world of whales.

Maximum of 15, $1 each. Register at 541888-5558.

Fancy Felted Flowers Workshop 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Coastal Ceramics, 159 S. 20th, Reedsport. Decorate purchased wreath. Cost of workshop, $45, includes Merino wool materials. 541-271-4608 Library2Go Workshop 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Coos

Historic Hughes House open for Victorian era experience PORT ORFORD — Holiday season in 2013 brings opportunity for visitors near and far to experience history — for locals with out-of-town guests, and for travelers on the South Coast.

Victorian Christmas on Cape Blanco is the highlight again this season.

Every room at the historic Hughes House will be decorated by community groups. This year’s theme is “Angels,” under the leadership of Linda Smith.

The house will be open Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 14 and 15; Dec. 21 and 22, and following Christmas on Thursday, Dec. 26.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., closing just as darkness settles in. Roald Young’s cookies will again be served, along with hot

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COQUILLE — The Coquille Church of the Nazarene will host a live Nativity and a food drive. On Friday, Dec. 20, the drive-through Nativity is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. at the church, 997 W. Central Blvd. and Saturday, Dec. 21, 5-8 p.m.

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Last Vegas — PG-13 • Pony Village Cinema: S-Su: 1:45; S-Th: 6:50

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Whale-watching season is upon us Specially trained “Whale Watching Spoken Here” volunteers will be available at designated sites along the Oregon Coast from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Dec. 26-31, to help people see and learn more about migrating gray whales. South Coast sites include: Umpqua Lighthouse, Shore Acres State Park, Face Rock State Park and more.

Year-long day parking passes on sale at Oregon State Parks

December is “good deal” month at Oregon State Parks, from Dec. 1-31. Visitors and gift-givers can save $5 on the 12-month day-use parking permit. Parking fees are required at 26 Oregon state parks, and cost $5 per day, unless you have a 12- or 24month pass. The 12-month pass is on sale for $25 — regularly $30 — in December.

Philomena — PG-13 “This makes a great gift,” said Oregon Parks and Recreation Department spokesman • Pony Village Cinema: S-Su: 12:50; S-Th: 3:20, 5:50, 8:25 Hobbit: The Desolation or Smaug 3D — PG Chris Havel. “And with $5 off, it’s also a big bargain.” The permits are transferable from The Book Thief — PG-13 • Pony Village Cinema: S-Su: 12:00; S-Th: 3:35, 7:10 vehicle to vehicle, making them a versatile value in today’s economy. OPRD also offers • Redwood Cinema: S-Su: 12:20; S: 7:00 • Pony Village Cinema: S-Su: 11:55; S-Th: 3:05, 6:00, 8:55 a 24-month pass, priced at $50, that Havel said is “always a good deal.”

The Oregon Coast Passport is also discounted $5 in December. The passport is a Hobbit: The Desolation or Smaug 2D — PG Thor: The Dark World — PG-13 multiagency product, valid at Oregon State Parks, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land • Pony Village Cinema: S-Su: 1:30; S-Th: 5:05, 8:40 • Pony Village Cinema: S-Su: 12:20; S-Th: 2:55, 5:35; S-M, Management and National Park Service sites along the Oregon Coast. The coastal pass• Redwood Cinema: S-Su: 3:40; S-Th: 7:00; W: 2:00 W-Th: 8:15 ports are on sale for $30, regularly $35 in December.

The 12- and 24-month OPRD permits, coastal passports and OPRD gift certificates can be purchased by calling the Oregon State Parks Information Center, 800-551-6949.

Callers may use debit or credit cards that have Visa or MasterCard logos.

Walk-in customers can buy the OPRD permits at major OPRD offices, some state MYRTLE POINT — A ■ Carcass traits: loin This webinar is made park friends’ group stores and selected local businesses throughout the state. Permits webinar program will be muscle and backfat depth. possible with funding sup- are also available from vendors statewide. The coastal passports are sold at some coastal offered by Coos County’s ■ Wool traits: fleece port from the American state parks, federal agency offices and local vendors in several coastal communities.

Oregon State Extension weight, fiber diameter and Sheep Industry Association Service on sheep and goat staple length. and the Rebuild the Sheep Cougar hunting closes in Zone A (Coast/North Cascades) ■ Parasite Resistance: industries. “Profitable Inventory Committee.

Genetic Selection: How the weaning fecal egg count.

SALEM — Cougar hunting in Zone A (Coast/North Cascades) is now closed. As of Two options for viewing: In addition, indexes are National Sheep Wednesday, 120 cougars have been taken, which is the quota in the zone. Cougars may ■ Join Elissa Wells, at the Improvement Program Can created that rank the most still be killed in the zone if they are threatening livestock, pets or human safety.

Coos County OSU Help the U.S. Sheep and important traits for the The zone will reopen on Jan. 1, when the new season opens.

Goat Industry” is set for 4- respective breed. Estimate Extension Service conferODFW closely tracks the take of cougars. Hunters and any landowner who kills a 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. breeding values are calcu- ence room, 631 Alder St., cougar due to damage or public safety issues, must check in the cougar’s skull and hide Reid Redden, extension lated by making compar- Myrtle Point or Shelby (with proof of sex) at an ODFW office within 10 days of harvest. During the check-in, sheep specialist and NSIP isons of lambs among their Filley, at the Douglas ODFW collects data to estimate the cougar’s age. chairman, North Dakota flock mates; therefore, County OSU Extension State University, will pres- lambs that outperform Service conference room, ODFW releases 2014 Winter Steelhead Guide ent up-to-date informa- their flock mates get posi- 1134 SE Douglas Ave., SALEM — With the first winter steelhead of the season arriving at some coastal tion along with host, Jay tive values for the particu- Roseburg. rivers, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has released its 2014 Winter Parsons, Colorado State lar trait and genetically ■ Contact the organizers University and Optimal Ag related traits. Additionally, directly and view on your Steelhead Guide.

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Life: What resides in Yule tree

As is our family custom — perhaps yours too — we brought a young fir tree into our home last week and decorated it with bright lights and memory-

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while large delicate ornaments branches and the up high, special NATURE bole (main trunk) topper on the GUIDE JOURNAL are favored by the leader; certain nearly-identical things seem to appearing hairy belong certain woodpecker. The places on our capmain trunk, too, is tured Yule tree. where you’ll find Different parts nuthatches workof trees living in ing their way the forest (or on head-first down the tree farm) are the tree, feeding also utilized in difon insects on the ferent ways.

MARTY trunk’s bark.

For example, GILES The brightlythe outside edges m a r k e d of trees, where we hang most of our orna- Townsend’s warblers are ments, are the favored found high in the forests in habitat for the black winter, as are the weirdphoebe. Coos County’s beaked crossbills. High in only wintering fly-catcher, conifers is also where red black phoebes, flit about tree voles generally live, the branch tips snagging feeding on the trees’ neeinsects. The ends of dles.

In contrast, our resiconifer boughs are home and fodder for caterpillars dent spotted towhees, as and other insects that feed one example, make their homes low in trees and on the needles.

Small branches of trees shrubs and on the ground are the feeding grounds for beneath them. Towhees downy woodpeckers, are well-camouflaged in

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color, but their two-footed hop-scratch to flip through the duff to expose their meals is likely to catch attention.

The tree needles that we vacuum up at home accumulate under living conifer, too, building the fluffy, organic-rich duff the towhees toss around.

That duff is yet another tree-related habitat, one inhabited by a myriad of arthropods, worms and other invertebrates, including certain woodland salamanders. Also burrowing through and under the duff are small mammals such as mice, voles and mountain beavers.

In the soil below the conifers, still other organisms thrive. Certain fungi form relationships with roots of conifers and decorate the ground beneath the trees in autumn with their “mushroom” fruiting bodies. (Other fungi form

such relationships with deciduous trees, some don’t discriminate, and others don’t form such relationships at all.)

Some species of lichens, those gray-green combinations of fungi and algae that flock trees, are found high in trees; some others are found low in trees.

Some of our larger mammals, such as raccoons and bears, may sleep under conifers or in their sturdy lower branches.

It gets more complex: many species may use several parts of a conifer as habitat and the habitats offered by a conifer change as the tree grows and matures. Flat, moss-covered tops of broad limbs in very old conifers are where marbled murrelets build their nests, for example.

(By the way, don’t rely on unsubstantiated folklore for orienteering: here moss may grow on any side of trees.)

And, of course, when the conifer eventually dies, another, different set of Continued from Page 5 habitats becomes available for use. http://www.dfw.state.or.us/RR/steelhead_guide/index.asp on ODFW’s website.

Now the cheerful focal point of our home during The Case for Tugman State Park for Winter Base Camp What makes William M. Tugman State Park north of Coos Bay the perfect place to the darkest days of the year, camp this time of year? Park Manager Radeena Lee says it’s for the chance to stay in a our Yule tree offered a dynamic variety of homes yurt — 16 for you to choose from, including eight pet-friendly units.

“The summer and fall rush is over, and many of our yurts are available during the for others in the wild. winter months,” Lee says. “Reservations are always recommended, especially for weekFor information on how ends, but many campers are finding mid-week openings without reservations.”

Reservations are available online or by calling 800-452-5687, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can arrange an exploMonday through Friday, except holidays. Pet-friendly reservations can only be made by ration of our fascinating natural history, contact telephone at the number above.

Tugman is surrounded by fresh-water lakes and the Umpqua Dunes, part of the Giles at 541-267-4027, Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Spend the days hiking around Eel Lake and the mgiles@wavecrestdiscovdunes, or help local Salmon and Trout Enhancement Program volunteers count the eries.com or www.facecoho salmon passing through the fish trap on their way upstream to spawn. Steelhead book.com/wavecrestdisalso return in December and some are selected for the hatchery program. Everyone is coveries. Questions and welcome to “jump in” and help net and release the fish. Extra waders in foot sizes 3-13 comments about local natare waiting for you to get in on the action. ural history are welcome.

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YOUR VIEWING PLEASURE Wintering shorebirds The mudflats around Coos Bay, the lower Coquille River, Winchester Bay and others provide winter feeding areas for shorebirds of a variety of species. While most shorebirds winter much farther south than the Oregon Coast, some do winter here. Those interested in seeing these birds will find an opportunity along Cape Arago Highway, South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Area and New River Area of Critical Environmental Concern.

Marine mammals Seal and sea lion abundance in coastal waters around Coos County is high this time of year, especially south of Coos Bay. At Simpson Reef, a heavily used haul out exists. From the lookout, viewers can see California sea lions, Steller sea lions, harbor seals and elephant seals.

Do not approach seals and sea lions you may find on Oregon beaches. If you think an animal you find is, in fact, in trouble, contact your local ODFW office to report the animal or contact the Marine Mammal Stranding Network at 800-452-7888.

Tenmile Basin Bass fishing has been decent for anglers in Tenmile Lakes, but will slow down as the water temperatures drop. Largemouth bass can be found in both shallow and deep water, near weed lines and/or submerged logs.

Five- or six-inch Senkos and crankbaits are a good choices to use to catch bass in Tenmile Lakes.

Yellow perch fishing has been very good in Tenmile Lakes recently. Anglers are catching lots of yellow perch fishing in water 20 feet or deeper. If fishing slows down in one location, don’t be afraid to pick up and move to another spot. The best baits are jigs and/or night crawlers fished on or near the bottom. Some of the yellow perch being caught are very large (12 to 15 inches).

Fishing for wild coho is open in Tenmile Lakes until Dec. 31. The daily bag limit is one wild coho adult per day and five for the season. The wild coho season bag limits are in aggregate with all other wild coho fisheries in the northwest and southwest coastal basins (not including the ocean season). Anglers have reported catching a few coho in the upper arms of Tenmile Lakes.

Pacific Ocean and beaches Recreational Dungeness crabbing will reopen in the ocean on Dec. 15.

Fishing for bottom fish including rockfish, lingcod and cabezon is now open at all depths. The marine fish daily bag limit is seven fish and a separate daily limit for lingcod (two). Retention of one cabezon per day is still allowed.

FISHING

Coquille River Basin

TIP: With recent rains, early steelhead are beginning to move into some rivers, including the Coos and Coquille.

The wild coho season closed. Winter steelhead will be moving into the area rivers with the recent rains. Anglers usually start catching steelhead around at the end of

GO! Calendar of Events SATURDAY, DEC. 14 Breakfast with Santa 8-11 a.m., Coquille Community Building small auditorium, 115 N. Birch, Coquille. Pancakes, ham, eggs and drink. Adults, $5 and children, $3. Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit. Hosted by the Coquille Fire Department.

FOSS Holiday Bookstore Open House 10 a.m.-4 p.m., South Slough Interpretive Center, 61907 Seven Devils Road, Charleston. Children's activities and refreshments served. 541888-5558 Old Town Holiday Marketplace 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Marketplace, 250 First St. SW, Bandon. Santa arrives downtown at 1 p.m.

Photo opportunities until 3 p.m.

541-347-3206 Coos Bay Garden Club Christmas Mug Sale 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Pony

Village Mall, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend. Proceeds support club programs. 541-756-4285 South Oregon Coast Train Show 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Pony Village Mall across from Sears, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend.

Gingerbread House Contest Dis play 10 a.m.-9 p.m., McNair Building, 395 Second St. SE, Bandon. 541-347-5560 Headles & Treadles Fiber Guild Meeting 11 a.m., Headles & Treadles, Pony Village Mall, mezzanine suite 20, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend. Discussions about handweaving, dyeing and handspinning. Open house follows at noon. Demonstrations on felting, weaving, spinning and dyeing.

Victorian Christmas at Hughes House 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Hughes House, Cape Blanco State Park,

91814 Cape Blanco Road, Port Orford.

Valley Christian Center Bazaar and Chili Feed 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Valley Christian Center, 448 Maple St., Myrtle Point.

Lee Littlefield and Wilbur Jensen Annual Brass and Organ Con cert noon, First Presbyterian Church, 2238 Pony Creek Road, North Bend. Special guest musicians. Donations go toward the Egyptian Theater Preservation Association building restoration project.

South Coast Senior Singles Club Luncheon and Meeting noon, Lucky Dragon, Pony Village Mall, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend. No-host lunch open to all seniors. 541-808-2219 Coos County DAV Chapter 38 Meeting 1 p.m., American Legion Hall, 1421 Airport Way,

November/beginning of December, but the best fishing is usually later in the winter. A few anglers have been plunking for steelhead at the Coquille Boat Ramp area.

HUNTING Coyote populations are good in Coos County and they will often respond to calls. Calling coyotes in the Coast Range is challenging due to brush. Many landowners with sheep are complaining about losses of sheep to coyote predation. Hunters interested in hunting coyotes may find success in asking for permission to hunt private land where landowners are losing sheep.

Quail populations are also decreased compared to the past, but they are doing better than grouse. This is likely due to the fact that their broods hatch later in the spring than grouse. Hunters wanting to harvest quail will find the best hunting either in the vicinity of farmland for California quail or on exposed ridges for mountain quail.

Waterfowl hunting in bays and marshes has been reasonably good due to the lack in precipitation. Inland fields have not experienced extensive flooding yet.

However, the weather forecast indicates rain may be in our forecast. When enough rain occurs, waterfowl will move to inland fields to take advantage of feeding opportunities in flooded fields. Hunters will have to get permission to access private lands in the Coos and Coquille River basins to find hunting opportunities in these areas.

Until this flooding occurs and birds move as a result, places to hunt closer to the coast in Coos County include, but are not limited to, certain islands in Coos Bay, Bandon Marsh Unit of Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge and parts of New River ACEC, near Langlois.

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GO! Calendar of Events North Bend. A presentation begins at 2 p.m. following the regular meeting. Open to anyone wishing to discuss issues related to disabled veterans.

SW Chapter American Council of the Blind Meeting noon, Lucky Star Restaurant, 3480 Tremont St., Coos Bay. No-host luncheon and social time. Regular meeting follows at 1 p.m.

Myrtle Point Forum Community Christmas Tree Display noon6:30 p.m., Schroder’s Furniture Building, 520 Spruce St., Myrtle Point.

Myrtle Point High School Choir Concert 1 p.m., True Value Hardware, 427 Spruce St., Myrtle Point.

Karaoke Christmas 1-5 p.m. Jitterbug N Java, 2211 Winchester Ave., Reedsport. Suggested donation, $3.

Judy Vernell Bookisigning Event 1:30 p.m., Books by the Bay, 1875 Sherman Ave., North Bend.

“Tripping on a Shoestring,” van

camping for the solo adventurer.

14th annual Christmas Handbell Concert 2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 2238 Pony Creek Road, North Bend. Carol-Lons Handbell Choir, Just Jensens Woodwind Quartet and guest Nancy Orbison, bell tree soloist.

Refreshments.

Family Movie Matinee 2 p.m., Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. Express trip to the North Pole.

All children will receive a surprise. Refreshments.

Myrtle Point High School Choir Concert 6 p.m., The Feed Store, 214 Fourth St., Myrtle Point.

Myrtle Point Downtown Parade and Lighting Contest 6:30 p.m.

Commercial, group and individual categories judged on lights.

541-572-5200 Legend of Old Befana 7 p.m., Sawdust Theatre, 114 N. Adams St., Coquille. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for all students.

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Avenue to The Salvation Army, South Coast Folk Society Barn 1155 Flanagan Ave., Coos Bay. Dance 7-10 p.m., Green Acres 541-269-7292 Grange Hall, 93393 Green Acres Christmas Brass Church Service Lane, Coos Bay. Live music by 11 a.m., First United Methodist The Eugene Barnstormers.

Church, 123 Ocean Blvd., Coos Caller Karen Olsen. Admission: general, $7; seniors 60 and bet- Bay. ter, $6; members, $5; and Victorian Christmas at Hughes supervised children free. AlcoHouse 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Hughes hol- and fragrance-free. Early House, Cape Blanco State Park, bird first-timers, $5, receive sec- 91814 Cape Blanco Road, Port ond admission free. 541-572Orford.

0518 Stuff the Bus for Rescue Animals Christmas in the Aire 7:30 p.m., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., WalMart parking Sprague Community Theater, lot, 2051 Newmark Ave., Coos 1202 11th St. SW, Bandon. 541Bay. Any and all care items for 347-3573 dog or cat accepted by S/Nipped.

SUNDAY, DEC. 15 South Oregon Coast Train Show Gingerbread House Contest Dis11 a.m.-6 p.m., Pony Village Mall play 10 a.m.- 9 p.m., McNair across from Sears, 1611 Virginia Building, 395 Second St. SE, Ave., North Bend.

Bandon. 541-347-5560 Christmas in the Aire 2 p.m., Bikes for Tykes Toy Run 11 a.m.

Sprague Community Theater, Coos Cycle Supply, 995 S. Sec1202 11th St. SW, Bandon. 541ond, Coos Bay. Route is U.S. 347-3573 Faith Lutheran’s Community Advent Party 2 p.m., Faith Lutheran Church, 970 N. Central Blvd., Coquille. Celebrate with a sing-along and holiday delicacies. All are welcome. Rides available by calling 541-3964652.

Legend of Old Befana 2 p.m., Sawdust Theatre, 114 N. Adams St., Coquille. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for all students.

Tickets are available at Bree’s in Coquille or by calling 541-3964563.

Marshfield High School 74th Annual Holiday Music Festival 4 p.m., Marshfield High School auditorium, 10th and Ingersoll, Coos Bay. Season pass, $10; family, $5; adult, $3; or student, $2.

Deliver T he World as an independent contractor.

Routes open in Coos Bay, North Bend, and Lakeside. Get paid every 2 weeks with direct deposit. 20 day gross profit could be from $ 265 to $900 depending on route size and location.

Must be over 18, with reliable vehicle and insurance.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 18 Free Movie 3:30-5:30 p.m., North Bend Public Library, 1800 Sherman Ave., North Bend. Five children and an eccentric candymaker appear in PG film.

THURSDAY, DEC. 19 Contact Cindy Rawlings ext. 248 or cindy.rawlings@theworldlink.com or Susana Norton ext. 255 or susana.norton@theworldlink.com

541-269-1222

Holiday Bazaar 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Coquille Community Building, 115 N. Birch, Coquille. Vendors wanted. 541-297-0634 Santa Takes Calls 6-8 p.m. at 541-

All Week Holiday Lights 4-9:30 p.m., Shore Acres State Park, 89039 Cape Arago Highway, Charleston. Refreshments and displays in the Garden House. Parking is $5. Visit www.shoreacres.net for the entertainment schedule.

Shield’s Family Christmas Village 6-10 p.m., Old Charleston School, 64065 Seven Devils Road, Charleston. Donations appreciated. 541-888-3268 Tree of Joy — Through Sunday, Dec. 22, at Pony Village Mall during regular mall hours.

The Tree of Joy is sponsored by Bay Area Girl Scout Of Oregon and Southwest Washington Service Unit 62.

Pick an ornament off the tree, purchase a gift, wrap and return with the ornament under the tree. To ensure delivery before the holiday, gifts should be back by Friday, Dec. 20.

For information, call the Girl Scout office 541-756-4626 and a Tree of Joy Elf contact you.

All gifts will be donated to agencies where the names on the tree come from — not to individuals or families.

269-4248. The annual event is sponsored by the Tioga Chapter of the Oregon Hunters Association.

North Bend High School Christmas Choir Concert 7 p.m., Hales Center for the Performing Arts, 1988 Newmark Ave., Coos Bay. Select Choir, Mixed Choir and Jazz Choir will perform at the free event.

FRIDAY, DEC. 20 Pool Volleyball for Seniors 1011:30 a.m., North Bend Public Pool, 2455 Pacific Ave., North Bend. Fee $2. Refreshments served. 541-756-4915 Drive-Thru Live Nativity 6-8 p.m., Coquille Church of the Nazarene, 997 W. Central Blvd., Coquille. Food donations will be accepted. 541-396-2521 “A Christmas Tale” 7 p.m., Sprague Community Theater, 1202 11th St. SW, Bandon. New Artists Production with 22 youth actors.

SATURDAY, DEC. 21 Kids HOPE Center Gift Wrapping 9 a.m-9 p.m., Pony Village Mall across from Maurice’s, 1611 Virginia Ave., North Bend. Proceeds benefit Child Abuse Intervention Center.

Coos Bay Public Library Holiday Party 11 a.m., Coos Bay Public Library, 525 Anderson Ave., Coos Bay. Live music, refreshments and crafts.

Victorian Christmas at Hughes House 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Hughes House, Cape Blanco State Park,

91814 Cape Blanco Road, Port Orford.

No Lazy Kates 1 p.m., Wool Company, 990 U.S. Highway 101, Bandon. Yarn projects welcome.

541-347-3115 Film: Gray Whale Obstacle Course 1-2 p.m., South Slough Interpretive Center, 61907 Seven Devils Road, Charleston.

Free film on the big screen on whale migration. Popcorn provided.

Kids Christmas Party 1-3 p.m.

Coos Bay Eagles Lodge, 568 S. Second St., Coos Bay. Games, prizes, activities and a visit from Santa. Open to members and guests. Membership applications will be available.

Oregon Oldtime Fiddlers, District 5 1-3 p.m., Winchester Bay Community Center, 625 Broadway, Winchester Bay. Circle jam follows 3-4 p.m. 541-759-3419 Spaghetti Feed to Benefit Christ mas in July 4-7 p.m., The Eagles Lodge, 510 Greenwood Ave., Reedsport. Adults, $8 and 12 and younger, $4. Raffles every half hour. Chinese auction and live auction at 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit Christmas in July projects.

Drive-Thru Live Nativity 5-8 p.m., Coquille Church of the Nazarene, 997 W. Central Blvd., Coquille. Food donations will be accepted. 541-396-2521 “A Christmas Tale” 7 p.m., Sprague Community Theater, 1202 11th St. SW, Bandon. New Artists Production with 22 youth actors.