Thursday, Nov. 12
Introductory Tai Chi
Yaquina Barre Dance Studio • Newport
These community sessions are designed to be accessible for all ages and ability levels, particularly beginners and older adults. 10-11 am, 630 SW Hurbert Street. To register, call 916-862-7974.
Therapeutic Yoga
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Learn safe approaches for shoulder, back, neck, knee and hip conditions in this New Moon yoga class led by a 40-year experienced Iyengar instructor. 11 am, 540 NE Hwy. 101.
Duplicate Bridge
Newport 60+ Activity Center
Bring a partner or email sandy5942@outlook.com and they will find one for you. Every Thursday at 11 am, 20 SE 2nd Street.
Sitting Yoga Class
Depoe Bay Community Hall
Noon-1 pm, 220 Bay Street.
Data Center Talk
Newport Public Library
Dr. Catherine Thomasson discusses the effects of data centers. 1 to 3 pm, 35 NW Nye Street.
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.
Oregon Marine Reserves Day
Pelican Brewing • Lincoln City
Celebrate Oregon’s five marine reserves with Biosphere Brew tastings, Fisher Poet readings and hands-on Japanese fish printing from 3 to 5 pm, followed by a ticketed program from 5 to 7:30 pm with ocean science talks, a Q&A and a meal with beverage service. 5911 Hwy. 101. FMI, go to www.cascadehead.org.
Death of a Penny
Tillamook Public Library
Bring your own pennies and craft a memorial box in honor of the penny's 232-year run as the United States' one cent coin. 3-4 pm, 1716 3rd Street.
Word Surfers Writing Group
Driftwood Public Library • Lincoln City
Connect, create, and collaborate with others in the craft of writing. All genres and mediums welcome. 4-6 pm, 801 SW Hwy. 101. FMI call 541-224-6498.
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.
“Oregon’s Black Pioneers”
Pacific Maritime Heritage Center • Newport
A traveling exhibit and documentary screening exploring the stories of Black pioneers who built lives in Oregon despite laws designed to exclude them. 5 pm, 333 SE Bay Blvd. FMI, go to oregoncoasthistory.org or call 541-265-7509.
Trivia Night
Pines Dine • Lincoln City
With prizes for weekly winners, plus a grand prize for Master Champions at the end of the season. 6 pm, 5040 SE Hwy. 101.
“Silent Sky”
Theatre West • Lincoln City
Based on the life of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, this play explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries. $21.50. 7:30 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101.
Friday, Nov. 13
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Holiday Market
Tillamook County Fairgrounds • Tillamook
Find home and holiday decor, gift ideas, woodworking, clothing, jewelry, concessions and more. Noon-7 pm, 4603 3rd Street. Continues Saturday. FMI, go to tillamookfair.com.
Coronado Shores Holiday Bazaar
Coronado Shores
Shop for handmade gifts, jewelry, baked goods, greeting cards and one-of-a-kind finds. 10 am to 3 pm, 255 Shore Drive, Lincoln City. Continues Saturday.
Holiday Craft Bazaar
North Lincoln County Historical Museum • Lincoln City
Local artists offer handmade candles, jewelry, succulent arrangements and other gifts. 10 am-5 pm, 4907 SW Hwy. 101. Continues Saturday. FMI, go to nlchm.org.
Free Yoga Classes
Lincoln City Senior Center
11 am-12:15 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place. FMI, email yogasource10@gmail.com.
“The Feather Wars”
Hatfield Marine Science Center • Newport
Author James H. McCommons recounts early conservationists’ efforts to protect birds targeted for their plumage. 1 to 2:30 pm, 2030 SE Marine Science Drive. FMI or to register, go to sevencapes.org.
Introductory Tai Chi
Yaquina Barre Dance Studio • Newport
These community sessions are designed to be accessible for all ages and ability levels, particularly beginners and older adults. 6 pm, 630 SW Hurbert Street. To register, call 916-862-7974.
“Into the Woods”
Barn Community Playhouse • Tillamook
A menagerie of fairy tale characters takes to the stage for this celebrated musical. 6:30 pm, 1204 Ivy Avenue. FMI, go to tillamooktheater.com or call the box office at 503-812-0275.
“Chicago”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Porthole Players presents the glitzy, sparkly razzle-dazzle of this classic Broadway musical. $30. 7 pm, 777 W Olive Street. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787.
“Silent Sky”
Theatre West • Lincoln City
Based on the life of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, this play explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries. $21.50. 7:30 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101.
Saturday, Nov. 14
Birding Walk
Cascade Head Scenic Area • Otis
Seven Capes Bird Alliance leads this stroll in search of grebes, gulls, waterfowl, cormorants and raptors. Meet at 9 am in the Knight Park parking lot. FMI, go to sevencapes.org.
Newport Farmers Market
Downtown Newport
This market offers locally made handcrafts, art, specialty foods and fresh fruits, vegetables and farm products from Lincoln County farms and growers from surrounding areas. 9 am to 1 pm just off Highway 101 next to Newport City Hall.
“Carmen”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Georges Bizet’s classic opera returns for an encore screening. 10 am, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets, $14 to $30, available at coastarts.org or call 541-265-2787.
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.
Coronado Shores Holiday Bazaar
Coronado Shores
Shop for handmade gifts, jewelry, baked goods, greeting cards and one-of-a-kind finds. 10 am to 3 pm, 255 Shore Drive, Lincoln City.
Holiday Market
Tillamook County Fairgrounds • Tillamook
Find home and holiday decor, gift ideas, woodworking, clothing, jewelry, concessions and more. 10 am-4 pm, 4603 3rd Street. FMI, go to tillamookfair.com.
Fall Oregon Coast Art Show
Newport Recreation Center
A chance to view original work by painters, photographers, jewelers, woodworkers, potters, fiber artists and glass artists from along the Oregon Coast — and learn some of the skills yourself. 10 am to 4 pm, 225 SE Avery Street. Continues Sunday. FMI, go to discovernewport.com.
Holiday Craft Bazaar
North Lincoln County Historical Museum • Lincoln City
Local artists offer handmade candles, jewelry, succulent arrangements and other gifts. 10 am-5 pm, 4907 SW Hwy. 101. Continues Saturday. FMI, go to nlchm.org.
Birthday Bash
Tillamook County Library • Tillamook
This 20th anniversary celebration includes include a concert, a Mexican ballet and, very importantly, cake. 10 am to 5 pm, 1716 Third Street. FMI, go to tillabook.org or call 503-842-4792.
Aerial silks workshops
ArtFit Oregon • Newport
Portland aerial artist Sarah Patrinellis leads three workshops. Kids aged seven to 12 of all skill levels, $45, from 11 am to 12:30 pm. For ages 13 and up, the intermediate and advanced session, $60, runs from 1 pm to 3 pm. Beginner session, $45, runs from 3:45 pm to 5 pm, 831 NE Avery Street.
Art Fair
Depoe Bay Community Center
Held by the Friends of Depoe Bay charitable organization. 11 am-5 pm, 220 SE Bay Street. Continues Sunday. FMI contact madamejeanne55@aol.
Native History Talk
Tillamook County Pioneer Museum • Tillamook
Jim Affolter, president of the Neskowin Historical Foundation, will discuss the history and cultural heritage of the Nestucca, Nechnesne and Siletz peoples. 5 pm, 2106 2nd Street. FMI, or to reserve a seat, go to tcpm.org.
“Into the Woods”
Barn Community Playhouse • Tillamook
A menagerie of fairy tale characters takes to the stage for this celebrated musical. 2 pm, 1204 Ivy Avenue. FMI, go to tillamooktheater.com or call the box office at 503-812-0275.
The Quartissimos
Lincoln City Cultural Center
A free performance from violinist Anthea Kreston, her husband Jason and their daughters, Tzippora and Mirabai. 2 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to neskowinchambermusic.org.
“Raven's Rhymes Reborn”
The Pines Dine • Lincoln City
Army Ranger veteran Brian Eskridge launches his new book, subtitled “Nursery Rhymes for the Emotionally Detached.” 4:30-7 pm, 5040 SE Hwy. 101.
Restoration Pow-Wow
Chinook Winds Casino Resort • Lincoln City
Join the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians as members celebrate the 49th anniversary of the restoration of official Tribal status. Dancing will begin with a grand entry at 6 pm, 1777 NW 44th Street.
“Chicago”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Porthole Players presents the glitzy, sparkly razzle-dazzle of this classic Broadway musical. $30. 7 pm, 777 W Olive Street. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787.
“Silent Sky”
Theatre West • Lincoln City
Based on the life of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, this play explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries. $21.50. 7:30 pm, 3536 SE Hwy. 101.
Sunday, Nov. 15
Fall Oregon Coast Art Show
Newport Recreation Center
A chance to view original work by painters, photographers, jewelers, woodworkers, potters, fiber artists and glass artists from along the Oregon Coast — and learn some of the skills yourself. 10 am to 2 pm, 225 SE Avery Street. FMI, go to discovernewport.com.
Art Fair
Depoe Bay Community Center
Held by the Friends of Depoe Bay charitable organization. 11 am-5 pm, 220 SE Bay Street. Continues Sunday. FMI contact madamejeanne55@aol.
“Chicago”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Porthole Players presents the glitzy, sparkly razzle-dazzle of this classic Broadway musical. $30. 2 pm, 777 W Olive Street. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787.
Drop-in Figure Drawing
Newport Visual Arts Center
Practice figure drawing with a live model in fitted clothing. Easels, paper and charcoal provided, or bring your own materials. $5-$10 donation suggested. 2-4 pm, 777 NW Beach Drive.
Neskowin Chamber Music
Winema Chapel • Cloverdale
Violinist Anthea Kreston presents a program drawn from her memoir, “Crescendo: Stories and Performance from an Adventurous Life in Music.” 2 pm, 5195 Winema Road. Tickets, $40, available at neskowinchambermusic.org.
“Into the Woods”
Barn Community Playhouse • Tillamook
A menagerie of fairy tale characters takes to the stage for this celebrated musical. 2 pm, 1204 Ivy Avenue. FMI, go to tillamooktheater.com or call the box office at 503-812-0275.
“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.
Open Mic
Kindred by Zest • Lincoln City
Something to say? Or maybe you got something to play? Spoken word, poetry and music open mic every Sunday. 8-10 pm, 1644 NE Hwy. 101.
Monday, Nov. 16
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Shut Up & Write!
Pioneer Joe Coffee Co. • Gleneden Beach
Bring your current writing project and enjoy focused writing time with fellow writers. 1:30-3:30 pm in Salishan Marketplace, 7755 Hwy. 101. FMI, email Gary.phillips@sharkfloss.com.
Introductory Tai Chi
Yaquina Barre Dance Studio • Newport
These community sessions are designed to be accessible for all ages and ability levels, particularly beginners and older adults. 10 am and again at 6 pm, 630 SW Hurbert Street. To register, call 916-862-7974.
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.
Social Bridge
Newport 60+ Activity Center
A great way to get back to bridge or to learn a new game. All welcome. Every Monday at 10:45 am, 20 SE 2nd Street.
Open Studio
Bay City Arts Center
Join artist Erica Robin for a relaxed evening of oil painting. Bring your own art supplies or buy them there. 5-8 pm, 5680 A Street.
Tuesday, Nov. 17
Oregon Coast Learning Institute
Chapel by the Sea • Lincoln City
The fall semester continues with “History of the Lincoln City Outlets” by Sharyn Jasmer followed by “Exploring, connecting and thriving through Lincoln City Parks and Recreation.” 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.
Hazard Preparedness Workshop
OSU Extension Office • Newport
A workshop aimed at mapping isolation following a disaster in Lincoln County, with a focus on local resources and critical gaps. Lunch will be provided. Noon to 2 pm, 1211 SE Bay Blvd.
Computer Class
Newport Public Library
Learn to create, format and share documents, insert images and tables and upload and download files in this free class. 1 to 2:30 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. FMI, go to newportlibrary.org or call 541-265-2153.
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.
Pierre Bensusan
Newport Performing Arts Center at the on
The French-Algerian guitarist, singer and composer performs an intimate concert in the David Ogden Stiers Theatre. 7 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets, $35, available at coastarts.org or call 541-265-2787.
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Newport Zen Meditation
Samaritan Center for Health Education • Newport
Seated focused meditation with the local Zen Buddhist community. Free. 10-11:30 am, 740 SW 9th Street. FMI, call Kent at 458-277-3228.
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 and Wild Turkey trivia in the spirit of Thanksgiving. 3-4 pm, 7760 Hwy. 101.
Trivia Night
Waldport Bayfront Hotel
With food and drink specials, gift certificates for first and second place, and lots of swag. 3:15-5 pm, 902 NW Bayshore Drive.
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.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Depoe Bay Community Hall
Join Melissa Caye every Wednesday. Bring a mat, or extras will be available. $8 or pay what you can. 5:30-6:30 pm, 220 Bay Street.
“Chicago”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Porthole Players presents a free “Arts For All” performance of the glitzy, sparkly razzle-dazzle of this classic Broadway musical. 7 pm, 777 W Olive Street. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787.
“At a Loss for Words”
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Oregon Poet Laureate Ellen Waterston explores where words come from, how they sound and what they can convey. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.