Sankta Lucia Coaster Th eatre presents ‘A Christmas Carol’ festival set for Friday ASTORIA — The Astoria Scan- dinavian Heritage Association will present the 2021 Sankta Lucia Fes- tival of Lights at 7 p.m. on Friday at the Astoria High School auditorium. All are welcome. Masks are required and admis- sion is $1 or $5 for a family. Pro- ceeds go to the Scandinavian Festi- val scholarship fund. This holiday traditionally opens up the seasonal festivities in several Nordic countries. People are invited to sing car- ols and experience the procession of this year’s Lucia Bride, Grace Maier, and her attendants. Sankta Lucia will declare the Christmas season open. Refreshments will be provided by the Sons and Daughters of Norway. Live music for dancing will be provided by The Polka Dots, a local music group. The cast of ‘A Christmas Carol’ at the Coaster Theatre. CANNON BEACH — The Coaster Theatre Play- house is presenting the holiday classic “A Christ- mas Carol” this weekend. The production is a radio-style play written, workshopped and per- formed by the theater community. The adaptation is set in 1936, during a turbu- lent time in American his- tory. The timeless story reminds audiences to honor the spirit of Christ- mas all year. Performances are scheduled for Fridays and Saturdays from now until Dec. 18. Tickets can be pur- chased online or at the box offi ce or by calling 503-436-1242. Audience members need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and wear a face covering. ‘Deck the Hall’ kicks off in Skamokawa SKAMOKAWA — Friends of Skamokawa River Life Interpretive Center will kick off their “Deck the Hall” open house series Saturday. The open house events will continue Fridays through Sundays until Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors who wish to participate should fi ll out an application and contact the center. More information is available at friendsof- skamokawa.org. Galleries Golden Whale Jewelry Golden Whale Jewelry Gemstones • Silver Gold • Navaho • Earrings 14kt Gold & Sterling Charms Quality jewelry in gold and sterling silver by nationally known artists 194 N. Hemlock Cannon Beach (503)436-1166 (800)548-3918 IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING UNIQUE, VISIT THE GOLDEN WHALE Gemstones • Silver Gold • Navaho • Earrings 14kt Gold & Sterling Charms Quality jewelry in gold and sterling silver by nationally known artists 194 N. Hemlock, Cannon Beach (503)436-1166 (800)548-3918 IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING UNIQUE, VISIT THE GOLDEN WHALE 2 // COASTWEEKEND.COM See. Go. Do. The Arts • Music • Museums • Classes • Film News • Blogs • Dining • & More ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE! Call us at 503-325-3211 to learn more