BRIEFS Oregon Blue Book photography contest underway Chamber music competition open for applicants ASTORIA — The Astoria International Chamber Music Competition, sponsored by the Liberty Theatre, is now open to applicants. The competition is accepting submissions from artists between the ages of 18 and 30 in the categories of instrumental and wood- winds, piano and string trios, quartets, quintets and mixed piano ensembles. An onstage competition will be held at the theater on June 17 and June 19 as part of the Third Dimension Festival. Find full application instructions, contest rules and details at www.libertyastoria.org/competition. SALEM — Submissions are now open for the Oregon Blue Book’s biennial cover image contest. Published since 1911, the book is pro- duced by the Oregon State Archives, a divi- sion of the Secretary of State’s Offi ce, and is the state’s offi cial almanac. Two images from this year’s contest entries will be selected for display on the front and back covers of the 2023-2024 edition. “The Oregon Blue Book has been connect- ing Oregonians to their government, our state’s special places and each other since 1911,” Stephanie Clark, state archivist and head of the Secretary of State’s Archives Division, said. This contest is open to Oregon residents and all entries must be captured in Oregon. Images can be submitted online or through postal mail, with a deadline of Oct. 22. String quintet to perform at Liberty Th eatre ASTORIA — String quintet Syrabite5 is scheduled to perform at the Liberty Theatre on Saturday at 7 p.m. The group fuses indie compositions with the groove and dance genres, dazzling audiences with their luxurious sound and unex- pected programming. Sybarite5 will be joined by special guests James Shields on clar- inet, Carin Miller on bassoon and Jeff Garza on french horn, all members of the Oregon Symphony. Reserved seating for the event is $17 to $37. Doors open at 6 p.m. and a reception with the artists will follow the performance. Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test required for attendees. For more information, visit www.libertyastoria.org. An Oregon Blue Book cover from 1979-1980 features a photo of the Metolius River by Ray Atkeson. Galleries Golden Whale Jewelry Golden Whale Jewelry Gemstones • Silver Gold • Navajo • 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 • Navajo • 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