Thursday, March 19
League of Women Voters
Newport Public Library
Lincoln County School District Superintendent Majalise Tolan is the guest speaker at this meeting, centered around the May Primary election the upcoming local Candidate Forum. Noon-3 pm, 33 NW Nye Street.
Talk About Art
Newport Visual Arts Center
Scientist and artist Cheryl Horton will discuss how her love of nature and outdoor research led to her a passion for making art. 2 to 3:30 pm, 777 NW Beach Drive. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787.
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.
Lincoln Pops Orchestra
Gleneden Beach Community Hall
Enjoy favorites from the swing era, Latin charts and all kinds of dance music. Take to the dance floor or just sit, listen and snack on fresh Otis Café pie. $10 or $5 for students. 7 pm, 110 Azalea Street. FMI, call 503-949-8222.
Friday, March 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.
WorkSource Oregon at the Library
Newport Public Library
The informative series continues with a presentation on how to use data from the State of Oregon in a job search. 2 pm, 35 NW Nye Street.
Forever Young ’80s Dance Party
North County Recreation District • Nehalem
Dress in your best 1980s gear and dance the night away with big hair and neon vibes at this free, family-friendly community event, with donations for the local food bank welcome. 6:30 to 9:30 pm, 36155 Ninth Street.
“Anastasia: The Musical”
Taft High School • Lincoln City
1920s Paris forms the atmospheric backdrop for this tale of self-discovery, presented by Lincoln City Playhouse. $15 for adults, $10 for students. Free for kids aged four and younger. 7 pm, 3780 SE Spy Glass Ridge.
“Barbecuing Hamlet”
Barn Community Playhouse • Tillamook
The Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts presents this wildly funny and chaotic reimagining of Shakespeare’s tragedy, set in the Old West. 7 pm, 1204 Ivy Avenue. Tickets, $20, or $15 for kids aged 12 and younger, available at tillamooktheater.com or by calling 503-812-0275.
Funk Double Bill
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Enjoy a night of funk, soul and horn-driven groove with sets from DTW and the Soul Proprietors. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets are $30 in advance, or $35 at the door if available. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.
Comedy on the Coast
Chinook Winds Casino Resort • Lincoln City
An evening of laughs headlined by Josh Sneed, featuring Carl Lee and hosted by Roman Guzman. $15. 8 pm, 1777 NW 44th Street.
Saturday, March 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.
Elevate & Embody Retreat
Luminous Soul Center for Well-Being • Gleneden Beach
A one-day retreat designed to help participants align with the seasonal transition through a series of wellness experiences. 10 am, 7755 N Hwy. 101. $244. FMI or to register, go to LuminousSoulCenter.com.
Lucky Leprechaun 5K
NW 40th Street Beach Access • Lincoln City
Walk, run or roll this 5K course on the beach. Races will be self-timed. Leashed, social dogs are welcome. 10-11:30 am, NW 40th Street. $10. Free for kids five and under.
Grand Opening
Coatsville Park • Tillamook
Celebrate the new ADA-accessible playground at this ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring the mayor, free burgers, ice cream and face-painting. 11 am to 1 pm, 1404 9th Street.
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.
Willamette Writers Coast Chapter
Newport Public Library
Lincoln County Assistant District Attorney Madeleine Boyle offers this presentation on the criminal justice system for writers interested in portraying crime realistically. 2 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. FMI, go to willamettewriters.org.
“Anastasia: The Musical”
Taft High School • Lincoln City
1920s Paris forms the atmospheric backdrop for this tale of self-discovery, presented by Lincoln City Playhouse. $15 for adults, $10 for students. Free for kids aged four and younger. 2 pm and again at 7 pm, 3780 SE Spy Glass Ridge.
Stories of Netarts Past
Tillamook County Pioneer Museum • Tillamook
Author John Anderson will read from and sign copies of “The Amazing People Between the Capes, a history of the people of Cape Meares, Netarts and Oceanside.” 2 to 3 pm, 2106 2nd Street.
“Listening for Shakespeare”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Performance poet Frank Oden will portray characters and scenes from Shakespeare’s plays while the orchestra performs music inspired by the Bard’s stories. 7:30 pm, with a pre-concert talk at 6:45 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets start at $45, or $10 for students. FMI, go to newportsymphony.org or call 541-265-2787.
“Barbecuing Hamlet”
Barn Community Playhouse • Tillamook
The Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts presents this wildly funny and chaotic reimagining of Shakespeare’s tragedy, set in the Old West. 7 pm, 1204 Ivy Avenue. Tickets, $20, or $15 for kids aged 12 and younger, available at tillamooktheater.com or by calling 503-812-0275.
Comedy on the Coast
Chinook Winds Casino Resort • Lincoln City
An evening of laughs headlined by Josh Sneed, featuring Carl Lee and hosted by Roman Guzman. $15. 8 pm, 1777 NW 44th Street.
Sunday, March 22
Whale-y Family Fun Day
Hatfield Marine Science Center • Newport
A day of activities focused on whales, dolphins and porpoises hosted by the American Cetacean Society Oregon Chapter. $5. 10 am to 3 pm, 2030 SE Marine Science Drive. FMI, go to acsonline.org.
“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.
“Anastasia: The Musical”
Taft High School • Lincoln City
1920s Paris forms the atmospheric backdrop for this tale of self-discovery, presented by Lincoln City Playhouse. $15 for adults, $10 for students. Free for kids aged four and younger. 2 pm, 3780 SE Spy Glass Ridge.
“Barbecuing Hamlet”
Barn Community Playhouse • Tillamook
The Tillamook Association for the Performing Arts presents this wildly funny and chaotic reimagining of Shakespeare’s tragedy, set in the Old West. 2 pm, 1204 Ivy Avenue. Tickets, $20, or $15 for kids aged 12 and younger, available at tillamooktheater.com or by calling 503-812-0275.
“Listening for Shakespeare”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Performance poet Frank Oden will portray characters and scenes from Shakespeare’s plays while the orchestra performs music inspired by the Bard’s stories. 2 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets start at $45, or $10 for students. FMI, go to newportsymphony.org or call 541-265-2787.
Neskowin Chamber Music
Wi-Ne-Ma Christian Camp • Cloverdale
The chamber music series welcomes the Frisson Trio d’Anches, known for its distinctive blend of tone and expressive ensemble playing. 3 pm in the chapel, 5195 Winema Road. $40. FMI, go to neskowinchambermusic.com.
Oregon Legacy
Driftwood Public Library • Lincoln City
The literary series continues with a visit from Joel Mayward, author of “The Dardenne Brothers’ Cinematic Parables: Integrating Theology, Philosophy, and Film.” 3 pm, second floor, 801 SW Hwy. 101. FMI, go to driftwoodlib.org.
Festival of Illusions
Lincoln City Cultural Center
The festival kicks off with a performance from Magician Jeff Evans. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $11-$19, available at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or by calling 541-994-9994.
Monday, March 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.
The Amazing Bubble Man
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Festival of Illusions favorite Louis Pearl presents the first of two matinée shows. 1 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $11-$19, available at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or by calling 541-994-9994.
Coastal Creatives Collective
Beachcrest Brewing • Gleneden Beach
Writers, artists, musicians and makers are welcome to bring portable projects and work alongside fellow creatives in a relaxed, supportive setting. 5-7 pm every Monday, 7755 N Hwy. 101.
Festival of Illusions
Lincoln City Cultural Center
The festival continues with a performance from Professor DB Schreiber, known as the Historical Conjurer. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $11-$19, available at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or by calling 541-994-9994.
Tuesday, March 24
Oregon Coast Learning Institute
Chapel by the Sea • Lincoln City
The winter semester concludes with “People, Ideas, Events: OCLI History” followed by the annual lunch meeting. 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.
Open Skate
Tillamook County Fairgrounds • Tillamook
Bring your own skates for $4, or rent a pair for $5. 1-3 pm, 4603 3rd Street.
The Amazing Bubble Man
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Festival of Illusions favorite Louis Pearl presents the second of two matinée shows. 1 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $11-$19, available at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or by calling 541-994-9994.
Candidate Meet & Greet
Newport 60+ Activity Center
A chance to meet Cristen Don, Cathie Rigby and Walter Chuck, three of the candidates for Lincoln County Commissioner. 1:30-2:30 pm, 20 SE 2nd 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.
Festival of Illusions
Lincoln City Cultural Center
The festival continues with Louie Foxx’s One-Man Side Show. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $11-$19, available at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or by calling 541-994-9994.
Wednesday, March 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.
Candidate Talk
Newport Public Library
The Lincoln County Democratic Central Committee welcomes County Clerk Amy Southwell and four of the candidates for Lincoln County commissioner. 5:30 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. FMI, email dems@lincolncountydemocratsoregon.com.
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.
Solas
Lincoln City Cultural Center
The Celtic music series continues with a performance from this internationally celebrated Irish-American band. 7 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. $50. Main seating sold out, but overflow seats remain available. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.