Thursday, Jan. 29
League of Women Voters
Newport Public Library
State Rep. David Gomberg will preview the 2026 legislative session and the big issues the body will be considering. Cookies and beverages will be served. 1-3 pm, 33 NW Nye Street. FMI, go to lwvlincolncounty.org.
Underground Art Lab
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Makers of all ages are invited to try four different creative activities, with all materials and instructions laid out for a self-guided art exploration experience. Kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. $5. 3-6 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101.
Lincoln City Music Circle
Lincoln City Senior Center
Acoustic instruments, voices and audiences of all ages are welcome to “solo, jam, or pass” and a piano is available. 4-7 pm, inside the Lincoln City Community Center at 2150 N Oar Place.
Bilingual Storytime
Newport Public Library
Families can enjoy stories told in both English and Spanish, followed by a hands-on craft. 5:30 pm, 35 NW Nye Street.
Natural Resource Pub Night
Beachcrest Brewing • Gleneden Beach
Connect with Oregon Department of Forestry officials, private timber representatives, small woodland owners and other professionals while enjoying food and brews. 5:30 pm in the Salishan Marketplace at 7755 Hwy. 101.
Trivia Night
The Pines Dine • Lincoln City
6 pm, 5040 SE Hwy. 101.
“The Sunshine Boys”
Theatre West • Lincoln City
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two legendary and notoriously cranky vaudeville comics who reluctantly reunite for a television special. 7 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $15-20, available at theatrewest.com or by calling 541-994-5663.
Friday, Jan. 30
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Free Yoga Classes
Lincoln City Senior Center
11 am-12:15 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place. FMI, email yogasource10@gmail.com.
“Understanding Seed Catalogs and Seed Packets”
Oregon Coast Community College • Waldport
Join the Master Gardeners of Lincoln County for this class at the Waldport demonstration. Garden, designed for gardeners of all experience levels. Noon to 1:30 pm, 3120 SE High School Drive.
Celebrate Recovery
New Life Foursquare • Lincoln City
A 12-step, Christian-based recovery group aimed at freedom from hurts, habits and hang ups. 6-8 pm, 2700 NE 22nd Street. FMI, call 541-921-4882.
“The Sunshine Boys”
Theatre West • Lincoln City
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two legendary and notoriously cranky vaudeville comics who reluctantly reunite for a television special. 7 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $15-20, available at theatrewest.com or by calling 541-994-5663.
Saturday, Jan. 31
Saturday Market
Taft Hall • Lincoln City
Find handcrafted goods from local vendors alongside an array of home baked treats. 10 am-3 pm, 1206 SE 48th Street.
Yachats Lions Club Crab Feed
Two Locations • Yachats
Enjoy all-you-can-eat Dungeness crab plus fresh locally baked bread, coleslaw, baked beans and soda for $50. Four seatings: 12:30 and 4 pm at both Yachats Lions Hall, 344 4th Street; and at the Yachats Commons, 441 Hwy. 101 N. FMI, go to yachatslionsclub.org.
Celebration of Life
Hatfield Marine Science Center • Newport
A memorial celebrating the life of County Commissioner Claire Hall, featuring remembrances from friends and public officials honoring her lifetime of public service and commitment to social justice. 1 pm in the center’s Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building, 2030 SE Marine Science Drive. FMI, email friendsofclairehall2025@gmail.com.
Beachcombing Explorience
SW 33rd Street Beach • Lincoln City
Unearth treasures from the Pacific as you hunt for gemstones, agates, jasper, petrified wood and other coastal jewels with a local expert. No registration required. 2 pm. FMI, go to www.explorelincolncity.com/events/exploriences.
William Stafford Celebration
Newport Public Library
Celebrate the former Oregon Poet Laureate’s birthday at this poetry reading. Bring a favorite Stafford poem to share or just come and listen. Sponsored by Friends of William Stafford. 3-4:30 pm, 33 NW Nye Street. FMI, call 541-961-5227.
“The Sunshine Boys”
Theatre West • Lincoln City
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two legendary and notoriously cranky vaudeville comics who reluctantly reunite for a television special. 7 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $15-20, available at theatrewest.com or by calling 541-994-5663.
Sunday, Feb. 1
Community Breakfast
Panther Creek Community Center • Otis
All welcome. $5. 8-11 am, 655 Wayside Loop. FMI, email marex@centurylink.net.
Pancake Breakfast
Gleneden Beach Community Hall
The first breakfast of the year includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage or ham, OJ and hot beverages. $10 for adults, $6 for kids aged six to 12. 8-11am, 110 Azalea Street. FMI, go to glenedenbeach.org.
Art for the Heart
North County Recreation District • Nehalem
An opening reception for this heart-themed art show, co-hosted by Adventist Health in Tillamook and featuring 140 pieces from Oregon Coast artists of all ages. 1-3 pm, 36155 9th Street. FMI, go to ncrd.org.
Yachats Chess Club
Adobe Resort • Yachats
1-3 pm. Meet in the loft area, 1555 Hwy. 101 N.
Fiddle Workshops
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Seattle-based fiddle duo Dale and Nell Russ present “Fiddle Techniques” at 1 pm followed by “Playing for Irish Dancers” at 3 pm. Each workshop costs $25 and advance registration is required. For registration, go to bit.ly/4sGnjR5.
“A Course in Miracles"
Congregational Church of Lincoln City
This ongoing spiritual self-study program offers a warm welcome to all. 2-3 pm, 2435 NW Oar Place. FMI, call Pam at 541-961-0084 or Mary Anne at 480-310-3433.
“The Joy of Music”
Newport Performing Arts Center
This fund-raising concert from the Lincoln County District of the Oregon Music Teachers Association features a world premiere of composer Nicole Buetti’s new work, “Echo in the Void and Back to the Light.” Admission by donation. 2 pm, 777 W Olive Street. FMI, go to omta-lincolncounty.org or call 541-961-0959.
Monday, Feb. 2
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Book Sale
Driftwood Public Library • Lincoln City
A book lover's paradise with thousands of books, CDs, audiobooks, puzzles and more, with a 50-percent-off sale category every week. 10 am-2 pm, second floor, 801 SW Hwy. 101. FMI, call 541-996-1215.
Journeys of Faith Book Club
Congregational Church of Lincoln City
The group will discuss “White Poverty: How exposing myths about race & class can reconstruct American democracy,” by Rev. Dr. Wm. J. Barber II. 2 pm, 2435 NW Oar Place.
Tuesday, Feb. 3
Oregon Coast Learning Institute
Chapel by the Sea • Lincoln City
The winter semester continues with presentations titled “Three Brains Walk Into a Café: One Hears, One Sees, One Feels…” and “Swifty (Swallows in Flight to Yachats).” 9 am, 2125 SE Lee Avenue. FMI, go to ocli.us or call President Ric Neese at 541-994-4810.
Toddler Time Storytime
Newport Public Library
Gentle stories, songs and wiggle-friendly fun. 10:30 am, 35 NW Nye Street.
Bingo and Taco Tuesday
Newport Elks Lodge
Have fun and support the community. Bingo is minimum $25 buy-in, cash only. 5:30 pm, 45 SE Moore Drive.
Newport Cribbage Club
American Legion Post • Newport
Everyone from beginners to experts is invited to play this fabulous, two-player card game. 5:30 pm, 424 West Olive Street.
Tuesday Trivia
Pelican Brewery • Lincoln City
An evening of fund-raising comedy hosted by Taft Senior Parent Group. 6 pm, 5911 SW Hwy. 101.
Wednesday, Feb. 4
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Gentle Yoga Sessions
Lincoln City Cultural Center
This New Moon Yoga class features slow, gentle movements guided by the breath and awareness for flexibility in body, mind and spirit. Safe and appropriate for all levels. Noon, 540 NE Hwy. 101.
Shut Up & Write!
Pioneer Joe Coffee • Lincoln City
Break through your writer's block and overcome procrastination. 2:30-4 pm, 869 SW 51st Street. FMI, contact CJ at 541-224-6498.
Cribbage Club
The Horn Public House • Depoe Bay
Enjoy fabulous ocean and harbor views, and congenial competition. Six games, $9 entry. 5 pm, 110 SE Hwy. 101. FMI, call 541-574-7668.
Bingo
Panther Creek Community Center • Otis
Food served from 4 pm. Bingo runs from 5-7 pm, 655 N Wayside Loop, follow the signs from the Otis junction. FMI, email marex@centurylink.net.
Tango Lessons
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Learn the steps to this elegant Latin American dance. No partner needed. 6-8 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, call 541-992-1002 or email sachdeva.kanwal@gmail.com.
Trivia Night
Beachcrest Brewing • Gleneden Beach
Show off your knowledge for the chance to win prizes. Teams of up to six allowed. 6 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-234-4013.
Music Bingo
The Pines Dine • Lincoln City
Have fun and get in the running for great prizes while raising money for the Taft Senior Drug & Alcohol-Free Grad Night. Hosted by the Senior Parent Group and sponsored by TAFT Boosters. 6 pm, 5040 SE Hwy. 101.
Open Art Night
Bay City Arts Center
Hosted by Matt Sohler, this open studio offers an inclusive and supportive environment for you to work on anything your heart desires. Network with other artists or work quietly on your own. Bring your own art supplies. Donations encouraged. 6-8 pm, 5680 A Street.
“The Thrill of the Orchestra”
Newport Performing Arts Center
The Newport Symphony Orchestra presents a family-friendly concert inspired by the music of Russell Peck. 7:30 pm, 777 W Olive Street. $10. FMI, go to newportsymphony.org.