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Welcome to Neskowin’s living room

When Genie and Frank Ullrich decided to pass the torch of the Cafe on Hawk Creek on to new owners, they took care that it went to the right people.

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It’s all fore the kids

Neighbors For Kids will hold its 12th Annual Kids Zone Classic Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, July 17, at Chinook Winds Golf Course in Lincoln City.

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A few Gray days ahead

There’s no threat of seasickness during the ninth annual Summer Whale Watch Weekend, being held on land in Depoe Bay on Saturday, July 31, and Sunday, Aug. 1.

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Create something to crow about

Those who have had the good fortune to enter the artistic realm of the Crow's Nest Gallery and Studio in Toledo, have found a place of unusually rich imagination and ability.

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We give big props

Your ship has come in. Go down with the ship. Ship of fools. There are a boat-load of expressions stemming from what amounted to a relatively short period in the history of the human propensity to not stay still for very long.

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Act (and draw) like you belong

As Newport’s visual and performing arts centers prepare to get back to a full roster of activities, what better way to infuse the halls with energy then fill them with kids.

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Dave’s Detours: Garibaldi

Here I am at “Kil-Har-Hurst” which means “place of the Shaman.” It is Thursday, June 24, and I am in northern Tillamook County scouting out several detours (including a new one in Rockaway Beach).

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Dispatches from the coast

Wind, snow, tornadoes and tsunamis — author and journalist Lori Tobias has experienced them all on the Oregon Coast.

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A show to re-member

There are many talented artists clustered in a small strip of scenic coastline here on the Central Oregon Coast, and their works can be seen in many area galleries and shops. But let's face it, driving around on the coast in the summer isn’t for the faint of heart.

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Put your jazz hands together

Put your hands up, palms facing out. Now shake them back and forth quickly without moving your arms. You just made jazz hands.

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A year of living creatively

The past year has been weird, wild and largely unpredictable, but for painter Pam Greene and basket maker Kathy Kanas, it was a time of impressive productivity.

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Ready for a grilling?

The Small Business Development Center at Oregon Coast Community College has been in something of a drought. Certainly, the past 15 months have been the busiest in the SBDC’s history, in terms of the number of local businesses it has helped and provided with free advice.

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Once upon a time in the weft

The 7th Small Tapestry International Exhibit offers the chance to view a colorful array of the best in small-format tapestry created by artists from around the globe.

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Newport symphony kicks some brass

Join the Newport Symphony Orchestra as it celebrates America’s independence with its annual free community concert on Sunday, July 4. T

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Sounds more than fair

Watch pros perching on bucking broncos, saddle up and take a ride on the back of a camel or even view the world from atop a monster truck when the Lincoln County Fair rides again, Friday, July 2 through Sunday, July 4.

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It’s showtime!

Along with working in pajama pants and a massive rediscovery of the joy of playing outside, another pandemic positive has been the revival of the drive-in movie.

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Seas the day in Waldport

A classic coastal event returns this weekend with a fresh, family-forward focus and the theme, “Seas the Day!”

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Hoof it to Toledo

In a small town with a rich art community, each new month brings new chances to see art created in or inspired by the area when Toledo celebrates First Weekend. The

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Churn up in person

With dancers, horses, decorated floats and more, the 64th Annual June Dairy Parade will return to Tillamook this year to celebrate the importance of dairy and community.

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Fireworks? Who could re-fuse?

A massive fireworks display will light up the night sky over Chinook Winds Casino Resort on Saturday, June 26, in Lincoln City.

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