Thursday, Feb. 19
Talk About Art
Newport Visual Arts Center
The Coastal Arts Guild welcomes longtime costumer Lisa Emond, who will share insights from more than four decades of creating garments for historical reenactments. 2 to 3:30 pm, 777 NW Beach Drive. FMI, go to coastarts.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.
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival
South Beach • Newport
The original and still the best, this coastal classic offers wine, beer, seafood and more, all served up beneath the iconic big white tent. $27 in advance; $30 at the door. 5-8 pm. FMI or for tickets, go to www.seafoodandwine.com.
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.
Where Have All the Salmon Gone?
Pelican Brewing • Lincoln City
Learn about the future of this iconic species of fish and the important role played by Oregon’s rivers, oceans and people. 6-7 pm, 5911 SW Hwy. 101. RSVP at www.cascadehead.org.
Green Tara Puja ceremony
Yachats Commons
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastery present this ceremony for compassionate action and enlightenment. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6 pm, 441 Hwy. 101 North. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Paint & Sip
Pelican Pub • Pacific City
Paint, sip and support a good cause at a night benefiting the Nestucca High School Class of 2026. 6:30 pm, 33180 Cape Kiwanda Drive. $35 in advance or $40 at the door.
“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 20
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.
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival
South Beach • Newport
The original and still the best, this coastal classic offers wine, beer, seafood and more, all served up beneath the iconic big white tent. $35 in advance; $40 at the door. Noon-8 pm. FMI or for tickets, go to www.seafoodandwine.com.
Teen Skate Night
Newport Recreation Center
A chance for kids aged 12 to 18 to check out the Northwest Skateland roller rink experience. Skate rentals $8-$10. 6-8 pm, 225 SE Avery Street. FMI, call 541-265-7783.
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.
Avalokiteshvara Empowerment
Yachats Commons
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College present this ceremony for great compassion. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6:30 pm, 441 Hwy. 101 North. 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.
Saturday, Feb. 21
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.
Butter Sculpture Workshop
Yachats Commons
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, 441 Hwy. 101 North. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Let's Get Ready to Rock & Roll
Tillamook County Library • Tillamook
The Cape Meares Emergency Volunteer Corps and the Tillamook Emergency Volunteer Corps host this educational morning, featuring a talk by Steve Eberlein, who survived the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami. 10 am-noon, 1716 3rd Street.
Family Skate
Newport Recreation Center
An all-ages roller rink experience from Northwest Skateland. Skate rentals $8-$10.10 am-noon, 225 SE Avery Street. FMI, call 541-265-7783.
Sterncastle Writing Group
Sterncastle Publishing • Newport
Hone and develop your writing skills in a comfortable, nurturing and collaborative environment. All ages, skill levels and genres are welcome. 11 am-2 pm, 644 SW Coast Highway. FMI, call 541-264-8046.
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival
South Beach • Newport
The original and still the best, this coastal classic offers wine, beer, seafood and more, all served up beneath the iconic big white tent. $40 in advance; $45 at the door. E-ticket only. 11 am-7 pm. FMI or for tickets, go to www.seafoodandwine.com.
Saturday Movie Matinée
Pacific City Branch Library
Sonic, Knuckles and Tails reunite to face the mysterious Shadow in this animated adventure rated PG. 2 pm, 6200 Camp Street.
Willamette Writers
Newport Public Library
Author and robotics expert Kagan Tumer presents “What AI Is … and Isn’t: Are We Focused on the Right Issues?” Followed by a question-and-answer session and book signing. 2 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. FMI, go to willamettewriters.org.
Tibetan Cultural Night
Yachats Commons
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College lead this Chöd ceremony, chant and music, monastic debate and audience Q&A. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6:30 pm, 441 Hwy. 101 North. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
“Newport After Dark”
Primaltones Community Venue • Newport
A sultry burlesque show with local stars. 6 pm and again at 9 pm, 2925 SE Ferry Slip Road. Tickets, $35 or $45 VIP, available at Primaltones.com.
Drag Show Fund-raiser
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Enjoy high-energy performances from four crowd-favorite entertainers along with a silent auction while raising funds for this year’s Pride celebration at Schooner Creek Discovery Park. 21 and over. $20. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI and tickets, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.
Sunday, Feb. 22
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival
South Beach • Newport
The original and still the best, this coastal classic offers wine, beer, seafood and more, all served up beneath the iconic big white tent. $17 in advance; $20 at the door. 10 am-4 pm. FMI or for tickets, go to www.seafoodandwine.com.
Guided Meditation
St. Luke By the Sea Episcopal Church • Waldport
Enjoy lunch and compassion guided meditation with the visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College. $10-$40 donation suggested. 12:30 pm, 1353 Hwy. 101 South.
“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
Yachats Commons
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, 441 Hwy. 101 North. FMI, go to lcfriendsoftibet.org or call 530-748-9365.
Monday, Feb. 23
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.
Manjushri Ceremony
Samaritan Center for Health Education • Newport
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College begin their stay in Newport by starting work on a fresh sand mandala. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6:30 pm, 740 SW 9th Street.
Tuesday, Feb. 24
Oregon Coast Learning Institute
Chapel by the Sea • Lincoln City
The winter semester continues with presentations on the Aurora Borealis and “The Path and the Pause: A Pacific Crest Journey.” 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.
Lenten Soup Supper
Congregational Church of Lincoln City
Enjoy a simple supper and a talk from Old Testament scholar Walter Brueggemann on “Countering Pharaoh’s Production-Consumption Society Today.” 6:30 pm, 2435 NW Oar Place.
Tibetan Mind Training
Samaritan Center for Health Education • Newport
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College lead this session on the Lojong method for cultivating mindfulness. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6:30 pm, 740 SW 9th Street.
Wednesday, Feb. 25
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.
Chay Drol Ceremony
Samaritan Center for Health Education • Newport
The visiting monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College lead this ceremony for well-being and removing negativity. $10-$40 donation suggested. 6:30 pm, 740 SW 9th Street.