Thursday, April 2
Therapeutic Yoga
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Taught by Lisa Walford, this series covers therapeutic applications of yoga. This week, caring for your back. Noon-1:15 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101.
Yarn Group
Salmon River Grange • Otis
Help knit and crochet items for preemies in the NICU; hats for oncology; and scarves, hats and mittens for the homeless shelter. Bring your own supplies if you can. 3-4 pm, 5371 Salmon River Hwy.
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.
Poaching in Oregon
Pacific Maritime Heritage Center • Newport
Yvonne Shaw and Senior Trooper Chris Graves discuss how poaching impacts fish, bird and other wildlife populations across the state. 6:30 to 8 pm, 333 SE Bay Blvd. FMI or to register, go to midcoastwatersheds.org.
Friday, April 3
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
50-cent Book Sale
Newport Public Library
Grab a bargain at this monthly sale, hosted by the Newport Library Foundation. 10 am-6 pm, 35 NW Nye Street.
Free Yoga Classes
Lincoln City Senior Center
11 am-12:15 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place. FMI, email yogasource10@gmail.com.
Artist of the Month
Bay City Arts Center
An opening reception for this show, featuring work by Amber Jarvis and Don Gillman. 5-7 pm, 5680 A Street.
Variety Show
Pine Grove Community House • Manzanita
A fun-filled community evening showcasing local performers and featuring the talented Chip McGregor as emcee. $15. 7 pm, 225 Laneda Avenue. FMI, go to moranmem@gmail.com.
Comedy on the Coast
Chinook Winds Casino Resort • Lincoln City
An evening of laughs headlined by Jose Sarduy, featuring Vince Valenzuela and hosted by Bahiyyih Mudd. $15. 8 pm, 1777 NW 44th Street.
Saturday, April 4
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.
Highway Cleanup
Moolack Beach • Newport
Join Surfrider and the Oregon Hang Gliders Association for this cleanup. Bags, single-use gloves, grabbers and high-visibility vests provided. 10 am-noon, just north of Newport.
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.
JourneyDance
Passion Flower Fitness & Dance • Newport
Move, shake and drop into your body in this guided, heart‑centered movement class. No dance experience needed. 11 am-12:30 pm. 817 SW Hurbert Street. Pre‑register $20, drop‑in $25. FMI, go to PassionFlowerFitness.com.
“Creepy Crawlers: Friend or Foe?”
Newport Public Library
Master Gardener Janice Smith presents an interactive look at insects and other invertebrates commonly found in coastal gardens. 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. Registration recommended. FMI, go to newportlibrary.org or call 541-265-2153.
HalftoberCrest
Beachcrest Brewing Company • Gleneden Beach
A one-day pop-up of German food specials, stein hoisting, Maibock beer release, dirndls, lederhosen and merrymaking for all. Noon-8 pm at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-234-4013.
45th Parallel Marker Ceremony
NW 44th Street Beach Access • Lincoln City
Enjoy giveaways and photo opportunities at this ribbon-cutting ceremony for Lincoln City’s new signs marking the halfway point between the Equator and the North Pole. 2-5 pm on the Chinook Winds Casino Resort property at NW 44th Street.
“Enchanted Garden”
Newport Performing Arts Center
This colorful production by the students of ArtFit Oregon tells a magical story through graceful movement, creative costuming and eye-catching aerial performances. 2 pm, 777 W Olive Street. $20 for adults and $10 for kids aged three to 18. FMI, go to coastarts.com or call 541-265-2787.
Artist Reception
Hofman Center for the Arts • Manzanita
An opening reception for this show, featuring Loren Nelson, Andrea Benson and Karen Russo, three artists whose work reflects deep connections to place, process and the natural world. 3 to 5 pm, 594 Laneda Avenue.
First Saturday Author Talks
Waldport Public Library
Friends of the Waldport Public Library welcome horror and suspense author Lynda Melban White. 2 pm, 460 NW Hemlock Street
Candidate Meet & Greet
Lincoln City Community Center
A chance to meet Cristen Don, Cathie Rigby and Walter Chuck, three of the candidates for Lincoln County Commissioner. 3-5 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Spring Art Reception
Pacific Artists’ Gallery in Lincoln City
Browse new work and meet local artists at this reception, which includes a featured artist showcase, refreshments, a demonstration by Ilene Samowitz and music by Richard Paris. 5-7 pm 620 NE Hwy. 101.
Comedy on the Coast
Chinook Winds Casino Resort • Lincoln City
An evening of laughs headlined by Jose Sarduy, featuring Vince Valenzuela and hosted by Bahiyyih Mudd. $15. 8 pm, 1777 NW 44th Street.
Sunday, April 5
Community Breakfast
Panther Creek Community Center • Otis
Everyone is welcome. $5. 8-11 am, 655 N. Wayside Loop. FMI, email markinotis@gmail.com.
Easter Pancakes with a Cop
Gleneden Beach Community Hall
Lincoln County Sheriff's Deputies will be serving up pancakes, eggs, sausage or ham, orange juice and hot beverages, with all tips going to the Shop with a Cop program. 8-11 am, 110 Azalea Street. $10 for adults, $6 for kids aged six to 12. FMI go to glenedenbeach.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.
Monday, April 6
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 “Between Two Kingdoms” by Suleika Jaouad. 2 pm, 2435 NW Oar Place.
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.
Tuesday, April 7
25th Anniversary
Newport Recreation Center
Celebrate the rec center’s quarter century with special events, community activities and reduced drop-in fees of $2.50 for all ages. 6 am-9 pm, 225 SE Avery Street. FMI, go to cdd.newportoregon.gov or call 541-265-7783.
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.
Wednesday, April 8
25th Anniversary
Newport Recreation Center
Celebrate the rec center’s quarter century with special events, community activities and reduced drop-in fees of $2.50 for all ages. 6 am-9 pm, 225 SE Avery Street. FMI, go to cdd.newportoregon.gov or call 541-265-7783.
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 541-270-9243.
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.
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.
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.
Flamy Grant
Yachats Community Presbyterian Church
This Christian country-folk musician performs Appalachian mountain music with some Gospel, Americana and folk flavor — and a drag twist. 7 pm, 360 W 7th Street. FMI or tickets, go to FlamyGrant.com or call 541-547-3400.