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Readers’ Choice Awards BEST MUSEUM Columbia River Maritime Museum Astoria, Oregon Runner-up: Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum, Ilwaco Honorable Mention: Flavel House Museum, Astoria Photo by Joshua Bessex The Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria features exhibits on the U.S. Coast Guard, fishing and canning, the discovery of the river and much more. At the Columbia River Maritime Museum, interactive exhibits serve up history using a combination of technology and historical artifacts. Ma- rine transportation — from the days of dugout canoes and sail- ing ships to the present — and the rich nautical heritage of the Columbia River and the north 3DFL¿FFRDVWLVWKHWKHPH At the museum, learn what it’s like to pilot a ship over the Columbia River bar or go on a Coast Guard rescue. Experi- ence what it was like to live in Astoria during legendary salm- on runs. Discover an archive of local contemporary culture and life in “Inside Astoria,” and witness the stunning ingenuity of nature in “Galapagos 3D.” All this plus classes, lec- tures, special events and more. BEST BARBERSHOP Eleventh Street Barber Astoria, Oregon Runner-up: Frank’s Barber Shop, Astoria Honorable Mention: The Clipper Station, Warrenton / Reef’s Barber Shop, Astoria (tie) By RYAN HUME The inaugural winner in the new category of Best Barber- shop is the venerable Eleventh Street Barber, located in the heart of downtown Astoria at 250 11th St. Owner Sarah Bardy bought the shop three years ago, then called Analog Barbershop, and set about making it her own. Bardy said she wants the shop to feel comfortable, “like how I would decorate my apartment.” With vinyl albums lining the walls, a cold Rainer or PBR never more than a few steps away and usually at least RQH FRQYHUVDWLRQ IUHHO\ ÀRZ- ing between waiting patrons, The Columbia River Maritime Museum is open 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily at 1792 Marine Drive in Astoria. Visit crmm.org or call 503-325-2323 for more information. Photo by Joshua Bessex A Celebration in Song St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church Sunday, February 7 at 2:00 pm Manzanita, Oregon Eleventh Street Barber, which was voted Best Barbershop, specializes in men’s haircuts, shaves and beard maintenance, offering customers age 21 and over beer. it is fair to say that Bardy has accomplished her goal. But it is not just the laid- back atmosphere that keeps the waiting line deep. Bardy and her crew employ plenty of old school technique, including hot lather and straight razor shaves. They offer discounts to active duty and veteran mili- tary. Bardy also takes the extra time to only source hair prod- ucts made in the U.S. and has even begun conjuring up her own beard oil for sale under the brand name Gold Rush. Bardy recently discovered an old notebook from her sa- lon days where she had jotted down some ideas about creat- ing her own barbershop after beginning to cultivate a large- ly male clientele at the time. “I had totally forgotten about it,” she said. But after looking at what was on the page, Bardy realized, “I had pretty much done all of those things.” While Bardy attributes much of her success to loca- tion and the neighboring busi- nesses that have increased foot WUDI¿F DORQJ WK 6WUHHW VKH is not content to rest on her laurels. She hopes to one day feature art from local artists in the shop, and she would like to squeeze in a fourth station to cut down on wait time. Featuring Deac Guidi, Bass - Baritone Susan Buehler - Soprano Adam Schwend - Baritone with Cary Lewis - Pianist TICKETS $ 10.00 For more information, visit musiclastsalifetime.com or call 503-436-0378 10 | January 28, 2016 | coastweekend.com Photo by Joshua Bessex Sarah Bardy, right, gives Grant Bell a haircut at Eleventh Street Barber in Astoria.
