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VENTS CONTINUED Saturday, April 11 (continued) Art Benefi t for Library 4 p.m., Polaris Gallery, 457 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-703-4828, www. polarisgallery.com. An art benefi t for the North Tillamook Library will take place featuring the work of J. Scott Wilson in “The Book Unbound: A Sculptural Installation & Art Show.” Tuesday, April 14 Coastal Writers’ Critique 10 a.m., PUD Building, 9610 Sandridge Road, Long Beach, Wash, 360-642- 1221. Join in the discussion and critique of writing works in progress for encouragement, support and inspiration. Call for further information. Inside the Coast Guard 10 a.m., Columbia River Maritime Museum, 1792 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-468-0752, free. ENCORE and the local Coast Guard command present an insight tour into the USCG Cutter Fir. Transportation is available. Children Art Reception 4 to 7 p.m., Winnifred Byrne Luminari Arts, 1133 Commercial St., & Curious Caterpillar, 1184 Commercial St., Astoria. Astoria Head Start and Northwest Regional Educational School District will hold its second annual “Art Through the Eyes of a Child” art show with refreshments and live music. Benefi t for Young Life 5 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717- 8150, no cover, all ages. Everyone is welcome on Friends and Family Nights to support education and community development. Astoria Second Saturday Art Walk 5 to 8 p.m., downtown Astoria, see page 10. The Astoria Downtown Historic District Association presents another month of new art, appetizers, live music and fun at local galleries and businesses. Student Job Fair 9:30 a.m., Clatsop County Fairgrounds, 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, 503- 325-4821, free. Clatsop Economic Development Resources has organized a student job fair for high school juniors and seniors. Artist Reception 6 p.m., LightBox Photographic Gallery, 1045 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503- 468-0238. LightBox presents “PDX 40 Exhibit” artist reception showcasing the work of 40 fi ne art photographers from Portland. Chili Cook Off 5 p.m., Brownsmead Grange, 93798 Jackson Road, Astoria, 503-458- 5229, $5 to $10, all ages. This is a Brownsmead Grange fundraiser and community chili challenge. It’s sure to be one of the hottest events of the year, whether you cook and compete or just want to eat. Winter Food Film Festival 9:30 p.m., Columbian Theater, 1114 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-468-0921, www.northcoastfoodweb.org, donations. In love and life, one night can change everything in the “Big Night” starring Stanley Tucci and Tony Shal- houb. Movie-themed small bite appetizers will be available for sale. Sunday, April 12 Get Lit at the Beach 10 a.m., Tolovana Arts Colony, 3779 S. Hemlock St., 503-440-0684, www. tolovanaartscolony.org, $30 to $85. Monthly Open Studio 11 a.m., HiiH Barn Studio & Showroom, 89120 Lewis and Clark Road, Astoria, 503-493-4367, www.hiihlights.com. HiiH Barn Studio and artist Lam Quang is off ering a monthly open studio for attendees to watch the HiiH process of making handmade paper lights. Mother-Daughter Art Show Reception 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., Astoria, free. Sheila Brown of Astoria and her daughter, Angela Kemling of Portland, have talked about doing an exhibit together for many years. Brown, known for her black-and-white linoleum block prints, has had many shows, while this is the fi rst time Kemling’s bold, bright acrylic paintings have been on display. The art show goes through April 29. Kemling’s daughter, Grace, will bake treats for this artist reception. All are welcome to come enjoy this vibrant spring show. Wage Inequality 2 p.m., Judge Guy Boyington Building, 857 Commercial St., 503-325-1895, www.lcdiversityproject.org, free. The Lower Columbia Diversity Project and AAUW presents a panel discussion on wage inequality between the sexes. Monday, April 13 12 Days of Earth Day 6:30 p.m., Chamber of Commerce Community Hall, 207 N. Spruce St., Cannon Beach, 503- 436-2623, free, all ages. As part of the Twelve Days of Earth Day, the committee and sponsors presents the lecture “Climate Change Adaptation” by Charlie Plybon and Patrick Corcoran. Wednesday, April 15 Angora Hiking Club 9 a.m., meet at Basin Street Parking Lot, 334 W. Marine Drive at 6th St., Astoria, 503-338-6883, www.angorahikingclub.org. Arline LaMear will lead a diffi cult Fort Stevens volkswalk. Listening to the Land 6 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, free. Doug Deur will present “Protecting Oregon’s Crown Jewels.” Trivia at Salvatore’s 6:30 p.m., Salvatore’s Café & Pub, 414 N. Prom, Seaside, 503-738-3334, free. Bring just yourself or a team of up to fi ve people for a night of trivia. Cannon Beach Reads 7 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436- 1391. This month’s selection is “Babbitt” by Sinclair Lewis. Thursday, April 16 Editor’s Pick: Books & Brew 4 p.m., Astoria Event Center, 255 Ninth St., Astoria, free. Books & Brew is a meet- the-authors gathering fea- turing local authors, local coff ee and local beers. Author Discusses Tsunami 7 p.m., Cannon Beach History Center & Museum, 1387 S. Spruce St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-9301, free. Author Bonnie Henderson will give a discussion on her book “The Next Tsunami: Living on a Restless Coast” sharing stories of geologist Tom Horning and meteorologist Alfred Wegener. Culture for Change 7 p.m., Seaside Civic and Convention Center, 415 First Ave., Seaside, $3. Assistance League of the Columbia Pacifi c will host a “Culture for Change: Fashion Show & Auction” event designed to benefi t local children. Nature Matters 7 p.m., Fort George Lovell Showroom, 426 14th St., Astoria, 503-861-4443. Jerry Freilich will give a presentation on “Biodiversity Begins with a Bee.” OUTH Friday, April 10 S.B.T.A.G. 3:30 p.m., South Bend Timberland Library, 1216 W. First St., South Bend, Wash., 360-875-5532, www.TRL.org. Join the library’s Teen Advisory Group and earn community service hours, help library staff plan and put on teen programs, hang out, play games or do crafts. S.G.T.A.G. meets the fi rst Friday of the month. Refreshments and supplies provided. Sunday, April 12 Biz Kidz Workshop 10 a.m., Astoria Event Center, 255 9th St., Astoria, 503-325-1010. Biz Kidz are invited to be part of the luncheon hosted by Astoria Sunday Market. LASSES Saturday, April 11 Foundations in Acrylics 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dots ‘N’ Doodles Art Supplies, 303 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-325-5081, www.dotsndoodlesonline.com. Corrine Dietz, resident art- ist for Golden Paints will teach Foundations in Acrylics followed by glazing, layering and blending with open acrylics on April 12. Sunday, April 12 Life Renovations Workshop 2 to 5 p.m., RiversZen Yoga Studio, 399 31st St., Astoria, 503-440-3554, www.riverszen.com, $45. Carrie Collins will facilitate a workshop on dis- covering purpose and creating a happy and healthy life, includes resistant stretching, meditation and guided journaling. Registration required. Monday, April 13 Estate Planning Workshop 2 p.m., Rivertide Suites, 102 N. Holladay, Seaside, 866-252-8721, lmacpher- son@wsimail.com, free. This is an informative workshop on how to secure one’s estate and retirement planning. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended. Strong Women Strong Bones 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., CMH Columbia Center, 2021 Marine Drive, Astoria, 503-338-7564, www.columbiamemorial.org, $50. This is a national evidence-based community exercise and nutrition program targeted for midlife to older women. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays, class size limited and registration is required. April 9, 2015 | coastweekend.com | 7