Thursday, July 16
Toledo Community Market
Memorial Field • Toledo
Local produce, craft vendors and food trucks. 10 am-3 pm, 385 NW A Street.
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.a
Blue Whale Installation
Hatfield Marine Science Center • Newport
Celebrate the new display of the skeleton of a 70-foot blue whale that washed ashore in 2015. 11 am-1 pm, 2030 SE Marine Science Drive. FMI, go to hmsc.oregonstate.edu.
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.
Thursday Market
Ocean’s Edge Wayside • Rockaway Beach
Find fresh produce, baked goods and handmade gifts alongside live music. 2-6 pm, 103 1st Street.
Yarn Group
Salmon River Grange • Otis
Help knit and crochet items for those in need. 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.
Friday, July 17
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
Artisan Faire at Salishan
Salishan Marketplace • Gleneden Beach
Find unique gift ideas, one-of-a-kind crafts and handmade goods from Oregon vendors. 10 am-4 pm, 7760 NW Hwy. 101. Continues Saturday.
Free Yoga Classes
Lincoln City Senior Center
11 am-12:15 pm, 2150 NE Oar Place. FMI, email yogasource10@gmail.com.
Dory Days
Pacific City
The three-day festival begins at 11 am with an artisan market on the corner of Pacific Avenue and Brooten Road, followed at 7 pm by a concert from Countryfied at the Kiawanda Community Center, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive. $20 at the door.
Manzanita Farmers Market
Manzanita City Hall
4-7 pm, 633 Manzanita Avenue.
Kids’ Karaoke
Tie Breaker • Rockaway Beach
A chance for kids from toddlers to teens come sing and dance. 7-9 pm, 194 Hwy. 101 S. FMI, call 971-306-1041.
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.
“The Curve of Time”
Pacific Maritime Heritage Center • Newport
Audiobook narrator Heather Henderson reads from “The Curve of Time,” M. Wilie Blanchet’s account of trips she took with her children in the 1930s in a 25-foot cabin cruiser. 6 pm, 333 SE Bay Blvd.
The Silent Measure: Consciousness in Code
NCRD Performing Arts Center • Nehalem
Bryan Churchill’s multimedia play explores artificial intelligence and consciousness through a live theatrical experience blending performance and multimedia elements. 7 pm, 36155 9th Street. FMI, go to thesilentmeasure.com.
Saturday, July 18
Dory Days
Pacific City
The festival continues with the Fireman’s Pancake Breakfast fund-raiser at the Kiawanda Community Center from 7 to 9 am, followed by the parade at 11 am, and a fish fry from noon to 5 pm at the Kiawanda Community Center.
Cars at the Coast
South Beach Marina • Newport
See vintage motors of all kinds at this show from the Bay City Cruisers. Registration starts at 8:30 am, with the show running from 10 am to 3 pm. 2120 SE Marine Science Drive.
Clay Target/Trap Shooting
VFW Post 268 • Toledo
Bring your favorite shotgun. Instruction available for beginners. $8/round of 25, cash only. 9 am-noon, 268 Pioneer Mountain Loop. FMI, call 702-816-8331.
5K Fun Run
South Beach State Park • Newport
Lace up to help raise money for the Lincoln County Board of REALTORS Scholarship Fund, which supports local graduating seniors through the Lincoln County Foundation. 9 am-noon. $35 for adults, $15 for students and free for kids 12 and younger. FMI, call 541-994-4949.
Neskowin Farmers Market
Neskowin
Find fresh local produce, prepared foods, music and more. 9 am-1 pm, 48875 Hwy 101 S., opposite Neskowin Wayside.
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.
Ocean's Edge 5K
NW 40th Street Beach Access • Lincoln City
Run, walk or roll this beach 5K, now with a 1K kids' dash. This self-timed race is perfect for the whole family, including leashed, social dogs. 10-11:30 am, NW 40th Street Beach Access. $10: free for kids aged five and younger.
Oregon Coast Woodturners
Hasting Coastal Woodworks • Newport
All are welcome at this open house, featuring demonstrations, free tops for kids, an hourly raffle drawing for turned wood pieces and a grand raffle for a free woodturning lesson. 10 am-2 pm, 3333 SE Ferry Slip Road.
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.
Artisan Faire at Salishan
Salishan Marketplace • Gleneden Beach
Find unique gift ideas, one-of-a-kind crafts and handmade goods from Oregon vendors. 10 am-4 pm, 7760 NW Hwy. 101.
Readings with Laura Lee
InnerCompass Reiki Center • Lincoln City
Laura Lee of Magikal Living will offer Mini Astro Readings, Intuitive Tarot and Oracle Cards
10 am-2 pm, 4840 SE Hwy. 101. FMI, call 424-229-0024 or go to magikalliving.com.
Spotlight Show
Yaquina Arts Gallery • Newport
The start of a two-week show from nature photographer Sheila Ping and fine art photographer Ilene Samowitz. 11 am-5 pm through July 31, 789 NW Beach Drive.
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.
North Oregon Coast Artist Studio Tour
Hoffman Center for the Arts • Manzanita
A behind-the-scenes look at artists' studios throughout Manzanita, Nehalem and Wheeler. $30. 11 am to 5 pm, pick up wristbands and booklets at 594 Laneda Avenue. FMI, go to hoffmanarts.org.
Bluegrass Picnic
Logsden Community Club • Siletz
Enjoy a meal with family and friends new and old, listen to the sounds of Fool’s Paradise. Hot dogs, burgers and soft drinks will be for sale. Games for children, a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle will round out the day. Noon-4 pm, 7707 Logsden Road. $5 per person or $10 for families.
50th Anniversary Celebration
Knight Park • Otis
The Cascade Head Biosphere Region celebrates its 50th anniversary with estuary boat tours, guided hikes, telescope viewing, live music and more. 1 to 5 pm, 2341 N Three Rocks Road. FMI, go to cascadehead.org.
Slippery, Slimy, Splendid Slugs
Tillamook Forest Center
A look at the role slugs play in the forest, and how to keep them out of your garden. 1:30 pm, 26 miles east of Tillamook on Highway 6. FMI, go to www.tillamookforestcenter.org.
"Broadway Magic! Gala”
Newport Performing Arts Center
Coastal Voices presents its annual gala, featuring music from beloved musicals alongside appetizers, beverages, raffle drawings and a silent auction. 5 pm, 777 W. Olive Street. Tickets, $75-$100, available at coastal-voices.org.
Sunday, July 19
Pacific City Farmers Market
Pacific City Library
Find fresh, juicy, nutritious fruits and vegetables right from the farmer. 10 am-2 pm, 6200 Camp Street.
Lincoln City Sunday Market
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Find fresh produce, specialty foods and handmade art plus live folk music from songwriter-guitarist Owen Kortz. 10 am-2 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to LincolnCitySundayMarket.org.
Dory Days
Kiawanda community Center • Pacific City
The festival concludes with a dorymen’s storytelling panel where local fishing legends will share tales about their time on the water. 1-3 pm, 34600 Cape Kiwanda Drive.
Slippery, Slimy, Splendid Slugs
Tillamook Forest Center
A look at the role slugs play in the forest, and how to keep them out of your garden. 1:30 pm, 26 miles east of Tillamook on Highway 6. FMI, go to www.tillamookforestcenter.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.
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.
Americana Mayhem
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! • Newport
Americana Mayhem presents an afternoon of sword swallowing, jaw-dropping feats of fearlessness and sideshow performances. 12:30 to 2:30 pm, 250 SW Bay Blvd.
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, July 20
Tai Chi
Lincoln City Community Center
9:30 am in the Senior Center, 2150 NE Oar Place.
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.
Auditions
Lincoln City Cultural Center
A chance for kids entering grades one through 12 to take part in "The Frog Prince," from Missoula Children's Theatre. 10 am, 540 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.
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.
Tuesday, July 21
Toddler Time Storytime
Newport Public Library
Gentle stories, songs and wiggle-friendly fun. 10:30 am, 35 NW Nye Street.
Siletz Valley Grange Farmers Market
Siletz Valley Grange
Plants, canned goods, ceramics, woodworking, books and more. 10 am-3 pm, 224 Gaither 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.
Wednesday, July 22
Waldport Wednesday Market
Waldport Community Center
Support local artists, crafters and farmers and purchase unique, locally-made treasures. 9 am-2 pm, 265 Alsea Hwy.
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.
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.
Food Preservation Workshop
OSU Extension Service • Newport.
The series continues with hands-on pressure-canned veggies and freezer jam. $30. 5:30-7:30, 1211 SE Bay Blvd. FMI, extension.oregonstate.edu/lincoln.
Summer Reading Program
Driftwood Public Library • Lincoln City
Plant Night — decorate a pot and plant some marigold seeds, learn about worm composting, and visit with Fish and Wildlife to learn about beavers. 6 pm, second floor, 801 SE Hwy. 101.
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.
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.