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Sounds fair.

The New Lincoln County Fair returns to Newport this Friday through Sunday, July 1 through 3.

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Well, la de da!

There’s no doubt about it, July 4 evokes memories of all things Americana. It’s a celebration of the history, government and traditions of the country.

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Artists come out of their shells

Toledo cracks open wide to show its vibrant arts community every month, especially during the summer when Art, Oysters and Brews comes to town.

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Deja-moo

On Saturday, July 2, Clover the Cow will build upon a 40-year tradition by leading a parade downhill from Nestucca High School through the cluster of galleries, antique and crafts shops that form the heart of historic downtown Cloverdale.

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Grabbing the baton

If it could only be bottled. The lovely combination of youth, enthusiasm for a new job and the joy emanated by the few lucky enough to be doing what they love and, even luckier, getting paid to do it.

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Poetry in motion

After years dominated by virtual events, Manzanita’s Hoffman Center for the Arts is creating some verse-tual entertainment for July with a town-wide poetry walk.

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The Sweet Tooth Trail

This detour is one I do when I feel the need to walk, but am not interested in driving far.

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A knight to remember

Hear ye, hear ye! Dost thou enjoy the art of sword fighting, bosoms clad in corsets and vendors selling wares of the realm?

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These concerts are a steel

Central Coast parks and recreation departments have done a bang-up job planning two upcoming free concerts by the Pan Wizards Steel Orchestra.

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The big cheese returns

Join us this Saturday, June 25 for our favorite event of the summer as we celebrate the 65th annual June Dairy Parade!

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Black and light

Chinook Winds Casino Resort, owned and operated by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, celebrates 27 years in business this year.

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This festival is lit

As spring prepares to launch into summer, there is no better place to be than Waldport for the 66th annual Beachcomber Days weekend, Friday through Sunday, June 17 through 19.

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Off the trail in Lincoln City

Hiking the Oregon Coast Trail doesn’t have to be merely putting one foot in front of the other. That makes for a long 425 miles.

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The clay’s the thing

The Oregon Coast Children's Theatre is offering free family art workshops and training for kids in both theater and fine arts from its new premises at the Fairview Grange in Tillamook.

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Music for what ales you

With the tempting offer of first-rate music, exceptional craft beer and outstanding food in a festive, outdoor setting, Rusty Truck Brewing Company’s upcoming Holiday Weekend fest — the first of two planned for this summer — aims to be a prime family-friendly holiday event in Lincoln City.

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Quilts uncover hidden topic

Sometimes, beautiful art can expose some of the ugliest parts of our humanity. In a powerful traveling fiber arts exhibit, showing in Lincoln City’s Fiber Arts Studio Gallery from Friday, June 24 through August 21, the artists ask the viewer to “Let Me Tell You About Fistula.”

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Fly high at community college

Summer is a great time for outdoor activities like disc golf and surfing, but sometimes you need a little help learning how to do them.

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A rein or shine event

Get a closer look at one of the busiest community support centers in Lincoln County, while shopping for deals and enjoying live music at Toledo's Olalla Center garage sale and open house this Friday, June 17.

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