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Pie’ll be there for you

Help a Tillamook-area non-profit take a slice out of food insecurity while scoring tasty handmade pies at the Food Roots Annual Pie Night on Saturday, Nov. 19.

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How bazaar?

‘Tis the time of the year for shopping at bazaars, craft sales and holiday markets,where artisans proudly showcase their wares for gift-giving.

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Boom! Party time.

As stated in a 1934 Yaquina Bay News article about the need for a local yacht club, “There is a Newport Yacht Club in California and there is a Newport town in Washington, whereas there is but one Yaquina Bay in the world.”

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Tai chi: no pain, huge gains

For those looking for a great way to softly but effectively move their body, improve flexibility, build community and better their mental wellbeing, there is a wonderful (and free!) opportunity in weekly tai chi classes.

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Come and stay for a spell

A visually magical place that also happens to carry magical items, Tah•Lume is the perfect place to find the more mystical items on your Yuletide gift list. 

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Let it ‘Rayn’

Get out of the rain and into the Rayn when Seattle-based Flamenco dancer Savannah Fuentes and singer/multi-instrumentalist, Diego Amador Jr. bring their latest show to the Oregon Coast.

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Dive into theater

Peer through a portal into the world of the arts during the Porthole Portals Arts Fest, with shows and workshops running through Nov. 27 at the Newport Performing Arts Center.

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It takes stew, baby

For this week's column I’m going to answer the age-old question, “Where’s the Beef?” If you are lucky enough to live in Oregon, the answer is everywhere.

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Just floating an idea…

It has been more than a century since Oregon residents could view a local sea otter anywhere outside of an aquarium.

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An Andy guide to adventure

Schmooze with three published authors and have a little nosh when Bubbelah Press of Newport celebrates the publication of its first book: "The Jew Girls Adventure Series: You Can Call Me Andy," this Saturday, Nov. 12.

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Pop in for a dance

The Central Oregon Coast’s own Lincoln Pops Orchestra will be swinging and hopping at the Newport Elks Lodge this Saturday, Nov. 12.

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Oh, brother!

Brother-and-sister artistic duo Bryan Nichols and Megan Brieno have joined forces for the latest show at Lincoln City’s Chessman Gallery, a magical exhibit of bold, colorful paintings and more.

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Not to be Swissed

If you hear the distant sound of yodeling while driving through Tillamook this Saturday, Nov. 5, don’t panic — it’s just a sign that the Tillamook Swiss Centennial is in full swing.

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These banners are otterly fabulous

The 14th annual Nye Beach Banner Art Auction will kick off this Saturday, Nov. 5, with a launch party at the Newport Visual Arts Center.

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Peas on Earth

A weekly ritual for many on the Oregon Coast, the Saturday Newport Farmers Market will continue operating through December 17 this year, allowing customers to find a bounty of fresh produce and a great assortment of unique gift items every right through the holiday season.

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From Brazil with love

The rafters of the old church at Neskowin’s Camp Winema might be shaking when the Brasil Guitar Duo presents a concert this Sunday, Nov. 6.

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‘Painted Stories’ on show

Visitors to the Newport Visual Arts Center will be able to explore the “Painted Stories” of Maria Esther Sund in a new exhibit opening from noon to 4 pm this Saturday Nov. 5.  

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