Thursday, April 9
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.
Therapeutic Yoga
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Taught by Lisa Walford, this series covers therapeutic applications of yoga. This week, caring for your hips and knees. 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.
The Oregon Coastal Quilters Guild
Atonement Lutheran Church • Newport
Rebecca Carter, quiltmaker and teacher, will inspire with a trunk show of her variations on the Log Cabin quilt. 5:30-7:30 pm, 2315 N Coast Hwy. FMI, email quilterocqg@gmail.com.
Trivia Night
The Pines Dine • Lincoln City
6 pm, 5040 SE Hwy. 101.
Friday, April 10
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.
Birding Walk
The Knoll Open Space • Lincoln City
Join the Seven Capes Bird Alliance for a stroll in search of late winter songbirds alongside early arrivals such as warblers. Meet at 9 am on NE Devils Lake Boulevard past the golf course. FMI, go to sevencapes.org.
Variations on a Half Log Cabin
Atonement Lutheran Church • Newport
Rebecca Carter, innovative quilter and teacher, will lead a fun-filled class creating half log cabin blocks in varieties of colors and sizes. Great for novice and expert quilters alike. 9 am-4 pm, 2315 N Coast Hwy. Register via email, quilterocqg@gmail.com.
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
Employment Specialist Lonnie Martinez will present information about interview skills.
2 pm, 35 NW Nye Street.
Craft Supply Swap
Tillamook County Library • Tillamook
Bring in your unused craft supplies and swap them for fresh ones to start a new hobby. 2-4 pm, 1716 3rd Street.
Candidate Meet & Greet
Café Chill • Waldport
A chance to meet Cristen Don, Cathie Rigby and Walter Chuck, three of the candidates for Lincoln County Commissioner. 5-7 pm, 540 Commercial Street.
Open Mic
Beachcrest Brewing • Gleneden Beach
Open to singers, musicians, poets, songwriters and storytellers of all ages and abilities. 5:30-7:30 pm, at Salishan, 7755 N. Highway 101, 541-234-4013.
JourneyDance
South Beach Community Center • Newport
Move, shake and drop into your body in this guided, heart‑centered movement class. No dance experience needed. 6-7:30 pm, 3024 SE Ferry Slip Road. Pre‑register $20, drop‑in $25. FMI, go to PassionFlowerFitness.com.
“Into the Woods”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Part fairy tale, part fever dream, part achingly human drama, this Stephen Sondheim musical weaves together classic stories into something more complex. 7 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets, $20 to $28, available at coastarts.org or by calling 541-265-2787.
Saturday, April 11
Birding Walk
Tillamook Bay
The Seven Capes Bird Alliance heads out in search of early migrants, lingering winter birds and waterfowl. Meet at 9 am at the parking area on Goodspeed Road. 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.
Coil Basket Weaving
Salmon River Grange • Otis
Make a coil basket with invasive plants and discuss how to collect and prepare the material. $40 donation suggested, with proceeds funding grange restoration. 10 am to 2 pm, 5371 Salmon River Hwy. Register at Eventbrite or call 541-992-2970.
Home & Garden Show
Newport Recreation Center
Browse more than 35 vendor booths, enter to win raffle prizes, bid on silent auction items, enjoy hot dogs and see live performances from ArtFit. Proceeds from the show benefit Habitat for Humanity of Lincoln County. 10 am-3 pm, 225 SE Avery Street.
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.
Spring Craft Market
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Find spring blooms and beautiful craftsmanship. 10 am-3 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Continues Sunday.
Marine Science Day
Hatfield Marine Science Center • Newport
An open house and science fair showcasing marine research and engineering, with activities designed to highlight how ocean science connects to everyday life along the coast. 10 am to 4 pm, 2030 SE Marine Science Drive. FMI, go to hmsc.oregonstate.edu.
Adult Learn to Swim
Lincoln City Community Center
This accredited, two-session program is taught by certified instructors and designed for people with no experience in water or who might be fearful of aquatic environments. Concludes April 19. $75 or $60 for city residents. 10:45 am-noon, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Author Talk
Newport Public Library
Gary Hayes author of “Historic Tales of the Oregon Coast: From Shipwrecks to Scenic Destinations,” talks about some of the most pivotal moments in Oregon Coast history. Noon-1 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. FMI, go to newportlibrary.org or call 541-265-2153.
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.
Candidate Meet & Greet
Driftwood Public Library • Lincoln City
A chance to meet Cristen Don, Cathie Rigby and Walter Chuck, three of the candidates for Lincoln County Commissioner. 3-5 pm, second floor, 801 SW Hwy. 101.
Chili Bowl Fund-raiser
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Raise funds for improvements to the ceramics studio while enjoying a bowl of homemade chili alongside live music. $35 including handmade bowl or $7 à la carte. 3 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call 541-994-9994.
Opening Reception
Blue Water Fine Art Gallery • Rockaway Beach
An opening reception for “The Ocean Bliss & Porthole” exhibit from Artist, de Camille, a luminous collection ocean‑inspired paintings that capture the serenity and rhythm of the sea. 4-6 pm, 119 S Miller Street. FMI, go to bluewaterfineartgallery.com.
“Into the Woods”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Part fairy tale, part fever dream, part achingly human drama, this Stephen Sondheim musical weaves together classic stories into something more complex. 7 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets, $20 to $28, available at coastarts.org or by calling 541-265-2787.
Chamber Music on the Bayfront
Pacific Maritime Heritage Center • Newport
Get up close with world-class musicians in this intimate concert, with outstanding bay views. 7:30 pm, 333 SE Bay Blvd. Tickets, $44, available at coastarts.org.
Cyrus Nabipoor Quartet
Newport Performing Arts Center
The Portland-based trumpeter brings a sound that blends New Orleans lyricism with forward-leaning contemporary jazz, creating music that feels both rooted in tradition and distinctly modern. 7:30 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets, $32, available at coastarts.org or by calling 541-265-2787.
Sunday, April 12
Spring Craft Market
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Find spring blooms and beautiful craftsmanship. 10 am-3 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101.
Yachats Chess Club
Adobe Resort • Yachats
1-3 pm. Meet in the loft area, 1555 Hwy. 101 N.
Coastal Carvers
Lincoln City Seventh Day Adventist School
This month’s presentation is by Jim Jameson, on carving an owl. Bring your tools so you can join in. 1:30-3 pm, 2126 NE Surf Avenue.
“Into the Woods”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Part fairy tale, part fever dream, part achingly human drama, this Stephen Sondheim musical weaves together classic stories into something more complex. 2 pm, 777 W Olive Street. Tickets, $20 to $28, available at coastarts.org or by calling 541-265-2787.
“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
Congregational Church • Lincoln City
Show your music, poetry or writing talent or listen with friendly folks to great music, poems or short stories. Family friendly. Second Sunday of every month from 2-4 pm, 2435 NW Oar Place.
Neskowin Chamber Music
Camp Wi-Ne-Ma • Neskowin
Acclaimed pianist Joel Fan performs for this year’s 30th anniversary chamber music series. $40. 3 pm, 5195 Winema Road. FMI, go to neskowinchambermusic.com.
Monday, April 13
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.
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 14
Toddler Time Storytime
Newport Public Library
Gentle stories, songs and wiggle-friendly fun. 10:30 am, 35 NW Nye Street.
Reading Circle
Newport Public Library
The book club will discuss “Wild Dark Shore” by Charlotte McConaghy. 10:30 to 11:30 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 15
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.
Perch & Pour
Salishan Coastal Lodge • Gleneden Beach
Join the Seven Capes Bird Alliance for conversation and learn about upcoming bird walks along with the return of nesting Ospreys. 3-4 pm, 7760 Hwy. 101.
Open House
Neskowin Valley School
A chance to meet teachers and staff, connect with current students and families and learn more about the school’s relationship-based approach to learning. 4-6 pm, 1000 Hawk Creek Road. FMI, go to neskowinvalleyschool.com.
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!
Newport Public Library
The book club will discuss “Bookshops and Bonedust” by Travis Baldree. 5:15 to 6:15 pm, 35 NW Nye Street.
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.