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Artisans unite for festival

Nearly every inch of the Kiawanda Community Center will be filled with works from some of the Central Coast’s best artists.

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A Tru story

He was the most celebrated American writer of his time.

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One of my alba-core beliefs

This year marks my 10th year living on the Oregon Coast. I moved here during the month of July at the start of tuna season.

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Come and sea

There are few things as formative in childhood as going to the beach for the first time. And one of the ultimate mechanisms of nostalgia is building a sandcastle…

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A dog that’s heaven scent

Whether it’s endlessly chasing a ball or protecting a herd of sheep, a dog with a job is a happier one.

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Art in the spotlight

In a two-week Spotlight Wall Show running through Aug. 19, the Yaquina Art Association will feature the photography of John Williams and the artwork of Alana Williams.

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Eyes on the surprise

The beauty of farmers and crafters markets is that you never know exactly what you are going to end up coming home with.

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Honk if you love farmers

Located east along the Yachats River toward one of Oregon's iconic covered bridges are some thriving farms that open to the public once a year to offer fresh-from-the-farm products.

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The story of Camp Adair

Learn the fascinating history of Camp Adair straight from John Baker, camp expert and author of “Camp Adair: The Story of a World War II Cantonment.”

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That’s a wrap

“Quilts by the Sea” returns after a two-year hiatus this weekend, with the Newport Recreation Center transformed into a maze of more than 300 quilts crafted by the Oregon Coastal Quilters Guild.

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Sketch and release

Art About Agriculture’s annual touring exhibition of natural resource-themed artwork has landed in Newport.

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Fans flock for flamenco

Two flamenco artists at the top of their fields are coming together to bring you “Night Flowers, an evening of Flamenco” at the Primaltones Community Venue in Newport this Friday, Aug. 5.

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Tough to beet

Manager Kelly Greer describes the Newport Farmer’s Market as “a very friendly, positive place. People smile a lot when they’re here.”

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Board? Never!

The Newport/Oregon Coast Community Drum Circle has added a new event to its summer schedule, and this one has a twist.

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Toledo’s art scene rocks

As the warm summer days stretch into August and colors continue to bloom along the streets of Toledo, the riverfront town once again ushers in a new month with First Weekend.

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A case of the summer blues

What would you think I was picking up if I told you I was getting some northern highbush? If you guessed blueberries, you’d be correct.

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A towering performance

Damn Tall Buildings are going up on the Yachats Commons stage this Sunday, Aug. 7, as the energetic bluegrass band brings an exciting show to the Central Coast.            

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