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8 // COASTWEEKEND.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL THE SEASIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY AT 503-738-6742 OR VISIT WWW.SEASIDELIBRARY.ORG Jim Stewart Diana Kirk Brian Ratty Melissa Eskue Ousley Deb Vanesse Library fundraiser ‘Write On Seaside’ brings together local authors SEASIDE — To raise money for the Seaside Public Library, local authors will participate in a “round-robin writing extravaganza” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 11, at the Seaside Convention Center (415 1st Ave.). Presented by the library foundation, “Write On Seaside” is a fundraiser for radio frequency identifi- cation tags, multilingual adult materials and the library’s new book-bun- dled backpack preschool program. Featured authors: Diana Kirk, of Portland, author of “Licking Flames: Tales of A Half-Assed Hussy,” a group of brash and adven- turous essays; Melissa Es- kue Ousley, local author of the young adult fantasy se- ries “The Solas Beir Tril- ogy”; Brian Ratty, local author of the Dutch Clark series of historical fiction; Jim Stewart, author of “Ochoco Reach,” the first in the Ironwood detective series; Deb Vanasse, local author of “Wealth Wom- an: Kate Carmack and the Klondike Race for Gold”; and Nick Vasilieff, local author of the “Sammy and the San Juan Express” series of young adult novels. David Frei, the co-host of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and author of “Angel On A Leash,” will serve as master of ceremonies. The authors — who will also be available for books signings — will write against the clock to com- plete a quick-finish short story. Attendees will have an opportunity to bid on becoming a character, in- sert a pet’s name, perhaps even request a plot twist. There will be a silent auction with gifts (includ- ing books). Small treats will be pro- vided, and a no-host bar. The event has a $10.00 admission fee. Tickets can be purchased at the door or at the library. For more information, call the Seaside Public Li- brary at 503-738-6742 or visit www.seasidelibrary. org. LONGVIEW, WASH. — The Cowlitz Coin Club of Longview-Kelso is hold- ing its 49th annual coin show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 6, at the Association of Western Pulp & Paper Workers Hall (724 15th Ave., Longview, Washington). Admission is free. The public will have a chance to buy, sell and trade coins, currency, token and medals from Pacific North- west dealers. “There will be hourly drawings, along with a raffle for a half-ounce American Gold Eagle coin and five 1-ounce American Silver Eagle coins,” organizers said. “You do not need to be present to win the raffle coins.” A member of the Amer- ican Numismatic Associa- tion, the Cowlitz Coin Club is a nonprofit organization that promotes numismatics (the study and collection of coins, paper currency and medals) and its activities in the Pacific Northwest. The Cowlitz Coin Club meets at 7 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month at the Kelso Senior Center (106 NW 8th Ave.) in Kelso, Washington. For more information about club meetings, email cowlitzcoinclublongview@ gmail.com. College offering classes on aromatherapy ASTORIA — Clatsop Com- munity College is offering two classes in May about aromatherapy. The first class, “Essential Oils: A Beginner’s Guide,” will be held 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 6, at Tow- ler Hall. Students will learn the history of aromatherapy, and the importance of quality and safety guidelines. The instructor will profile five essential oils, and students will learn blending tech- niques and how to make products for home use. The cost is $20, plus $15 to the instructor for supplies. Students are asked to prereg- ister to ensure there will be enough supplies. Then, from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 20, students who completed the first class can continue with “Essential Oils: Advanced Users Guide.” Students will delve deeper into therapeutic bene- fits, learn more blending techniques, profile more oils, and explore case studies and research. Once again, the class will be held in Towler Hall, the cost is $20, plus $15 to the instructor for supplies, and preregistration is emphasized. Register at www.clatsop- cc.edu/schedule and search under “Course Title,” or call 503-325-2402. Bayside Singers perform encore OCEAN PARK, WASH. — The Bayside Singers, a 40-member group, will hold a repeat per- formance of a spring concert 2 p.m. Saturday, May 6, Ocean Park Lutheran Church (24002 U St.). The shows are free, but refreshments sold during in- termission pay for more music for the group. Several of the numbers feature arrangements and com- position by Director Barbara Poulshock. Barbara Bate is the accompanist for the group. Comedian Rick Shapiro Cowlitz Coin Club celebrates 49th annual coin show performs at KALA ASTORIA — For one night only, Rick Shapiro — a comedian, artist, actor and author — will perform at KALA (1017 Marine Dr.) in Astoria at 8 p.m. Wednes- day, May 10. $10 cover. Shapiro has co-starred with Louis C.K., including on the TV show “Lucky Louie,” and has a role in the new film, “Timeless.” “Rick Shapiro’s com- edy has been compared to Lenny Bruce for its uncertainty, George Carlin for his strong politics and Andy Kaufman due to its confusion,” according to press materials. Shane Bugbee — a new media artist, personality and storyteller — will open the show.