Thursday, Feb. 12
Oregon Coastal Quilters Guild
Atonement Lutheran Church • Newport
Darcy de la Rosa will address the tradition of hearts in quilts. Members and interested quilters welcome. 12:30-2:30 pm, 2315 N Coast Hwy. FMI, email quilterocqg@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. 1 pm. FMI, go to www.explorelincolncity.com/events/exploriences.
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.
Trivia Night
The Pines Dine • Lincoln City
6 pm, 5040 SE Hwy. 101.
Vajravadaran Ceremony
Lincoln City Cultural Center
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College perform a healing and purification ceremony with audience participation. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6:30 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
“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, Feb 13
Oregon Coastal Quilters Guild
Atonement Lutheran Church • Newport
Darcy de la Rosa will teach a Mini Mosaic Heart Quilt workshop. 9 am-4 pm, 2315 N Coast Hwy. Registration required. FMI, email quilterocqg@gmail.com.
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Four Noble Truths
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Learn about Buddha’s first teaching in this talk from the visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College. $10-$40 donation suggested. 10 am, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Career Technical Education Day
Oregon Coast Community College • Newport
A chance to check out educational opportunities from the college and Lincoln County School District. 10 am to 1:30 pm, 400 SE College Way. FMI, call 541-867-8501.
Free Yoga Classes
Lincoln City Senior Center
11 am-12:15 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place. FMI, email yogasource10@gmail.com.
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.
Rizo
Newport Performing Arts Center
The internationally acclaimed burlesque sensation returns to her hometown for a Valentine’s-themed celebration of love in all its forms. 7:30 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets are $21 to $26. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787. Repeated Saturday.
Saturday, Feb. 14
Valentine’s Day Walk
Friends of Wildwoods Open Space • Lincoln City
Join the Seven Capes Bird Alliance on this stroll in search of raptors, sparrows, warblers and more. Meet at 9 am at the trailhead on NE West Devils Lake Road. FMI, go to sevencapes.org.
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.
“Sacred Threads”
Yachats Commons
Explore themes of joy, inspiration, spirituality, healing, grief and peace at this biennial art quilt exhibition. 10 am to 4 pm, 441 N Hwy. 101. $5 donation suggested. Continues Saturday. FMI, go to pollyplumbproductions.org.
Butter Sculpture Workshop
Lincoln City Cultural Center
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College lead this all-ages workshop, including a Tibetan calligraphy demonstration. $10-$40 donation suggested. 10 am, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Valentine’s Day Pop-Up
Luminous Soul Center • Gleneden Beach
Shop baked goods from Wake N Bakery along with handmade gifts including custom cutting boards, resin art, 3D printing, plants, vintage jewelry, blown glass and more. 10 am to 2 pm at Salishan Marketplace, 7760 N. Hwy. 101.
Fossil Fest
Hatfield Visitor Center • Newport
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with something truly timeless — fossils! Explore displays from collectors statewide and bring your own specimens to be identified and dated by an on-site expert. $5. 10 am-4 pm, 2030 Marine Science Drive. FMI, call 541-867-0100.
“Native Plants We Love!”
Newport Public Library
Certified Master Gardeners Cathi Block, Kristi Kind and Julie Roth-Carter lead this informal, conversational program exploring the value and beauty of plants that thrive on the coast. 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. FMI, call 541-265-2153.
Align & Shine
Luminous Soul Center • Gleneden Beach
A heart-centered mini wellness retreat focused on self-love, intention and renewal, featuring guided candle-making, Reiki, sound healing, energy healing and chakra balancing. 1-4 pm at Salishan Marketplace, 7760 N. Hwy. 101. Book at www.luminoussoulcenter.com.
Word Surfers Writing Group
Driftwood Public Library • Lincoln City
Connect, create and collaborate with others in the craft of writing. All genres and mediums are welcome. 1-3 pm, second floor, 801 SW Hwy. 101. FMI, contact Chris at 541-224-6498.
Nehalem Valley Historical Society
North County Recreation District • Nehalem
Hear firsthand accounts of Tillamook County’s devastating 1996 flood from panelists Mark Beach and Vivi Tallman. 3:30 pm, 36155 9th Street. $10 at the door, with proceeds supporting historical society education programs.
Valentine’s Day Skate Party
Tillamook County Fairgrounds
A 21-and-older skate party designed for couples, friends and anyone looking for a lively night out. $25. 6-11 pm, 4603 3rd Street. FMI, go to tillamookfair.com.
“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.
Love Me, Love Me Not
Fairview Grange • Tillamook
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with indie folk rock from Mana Stanaway and Katelyn Convery. Tickets are $20 in advance from Hygge Kitchen or $25 at the door. 7 pm, 5520 Third Street.
Tibetan Cultural Night
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Join the visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College for this Chöd ceremony, chant and music, monastic debate and audience Q&A. $10-$40 donation suggested. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Chamber Concert
Pacific Maritime Heritage Center • Newport
An evening of romantic chamber music from a trio of Newport Symphony Orchestra musicians. $44 and $10 for students. 7:30 pm, 333 SE Bay Blvd. FMI, go to newportsymphony.org or call 541-265-7509.
Rizo
Newport Performing Arts Center
The internationally acclaimed burlesque sensation returns to her hometown for a Valentine’s-themed celebration of love in all its forms. 7:30 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets are $21 to $26. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787.
Sunday, Feb. 15
Meditation Workshop
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Learn the principles of meditation in this all-levels class from the visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College. $10-$40 donation suggested. 10 am, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
“Sacred Threads”
Yachats Commons
Explore themes of joy, inspiration, spirituality, healing, grief and peace at this biennial art quilt exhibition. 10 am to 4 pm, 441 N Hwy. 101. $5 donation suggested. FMI, go to pollyplumbproductions.org.
Yachats Chess Club
Adobe Resort • Yachats
1-3 pm. Meet in the loft area, 1555 Hwy. 101 N.
“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.
Sand Mandala Dissolution
Lincoln City Cultural Center
See the intricate sand mandala crafted by the monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College swept away in this Buddhist ceremony. $10-$40 donation suggested. 4 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Lunar New Year Potluck
Gleneden Beach Community Hall
Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse. Choose your favorite Asian-inspired dish to share and sign up at glenedenbeach.org. 5:30 pm, 110 Azalea Street.
Monday, Feb. 16
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.
Tesla Quartet
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Presented in partnership with Neskowin Chamber Music, this morning concert offers the chance to hear an ensemble praised for precision, passion and adventurous programming. Admission by donation. 11 am, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.
Tuesday, Feb. 17
Oregon Coast Learning Institute
Chapel by the Sea • Lincoln City
The winter semester continues with presentations titled “Kindness 101 Encore!” and “Stand up & Stay Strong.” 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 and sponsored by TAFT Boosters. 6 pm, 5911 SW Hwy. 101.
Fire Safety Talk
Gleneden Beach Community Hall
Depoe Bay Fire Department presents information on keeping your home and its surroundings safe, plus a demonstration on how to properly use a fire extinguisher. 6-8 pm, 110 Azalea Street. FMI, go to www.glenedenbeach.org.
Avalokiteshvara Ceremony
Yachats Commons
The monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College begin their stay in Yachats by starting a fresh sand mandala. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6 pm, 441 Hwy. 101 N. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Wednesday, Feb. 18
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Socrates Café
The Gathering Place • Lincoln City
Join with others in these popular and stimulating discussions on life’s big questions. 10-11:30 am, inside the Congregational Church of Lincoln City, 2435 NW 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.
Perch & Pour
Salishan Coastal Lodge • Gleneden Beach
Join the Seven Capes Bird Alliance for conversation, sip on a craft cocktail or healthy non-alcoholic beverage and learn about courtship rituals in the bird world. 3 pm, 7760 Hwy. 101.
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.
Bookmarks! Book Club
Newport Public Library
The group will discuss “Days at the Morisaki Bookshop” by Satoshi Yagisawa. 5:15-6:15 pm, 35 NW Nye Street.
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.
Tsok Ceremony
Yachats Commons
The monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College present an offering for wisdom and overcoming obstacles. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6 pm, 441 Hwy. 101 N. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Halie Loren
Lincoln City Cultural Center
The acclaimed international jazz vocalist performs an intimate concert blending jazz, pop and multilingual influences. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $20-$35. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.