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Events at Gearhart
October ArtWalk
comedy comes to Cannon Beach
A bewitching
play presented
by the Coaster
Theatre
By Dani Palmer
Cannon Beach Gazette
“Bell, Book and Candle”
is a tale about a New York-
er who falls head over heals
for a witch after she casts
a spell on him. The catch
is that she’ll lose her pow-
ers if she loves him back.
The play, written by John
Van Druten and directed by
Edward James, opens this
week at the Coaster Theatre
in Cannon Beach.
Shepherd
Henderson
stops by Gillian Holroyd’s
store on his way to an en-
gagement party. Learning
he’s to marry an old rival,
Gillian uses her magic on
him, and that’s how the sto-
ry begins, said Daric Moore,
who plays the leading man.
“Bell, Book and Candle”
is Coaster’s fall show. The
theater does seven a year,
including two during the
summer, Marketing and
Operations Director Jenni
Tronier said.
The play was written in
and the original ¿ lm,
produced in 1958, starred
James Stewart and Kim
Novak. It received Acade-
my Award nominations for
art direction and costume
design. The TV show “Be-
witched,” popular in the
1960s and ‘70s, was partial-
ly based on the play.
James called “Bell, Book
and Candle” a universal
love story, rather than a su-
pernatural one. “There’s no
overwhelming levitating of
chairs,” he said. “We may
mesmerize the audience, we
hope.”
“Love is pretty magical,”
added Priscilla Fairall, who
plays Gillian.
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GAZ E T T E
Fairall and Moore met
before practices began on
Aug. 2. As actors who pre-
tend to have feelings for
each other, they said, it’s
important to get comfort-
able with one another.
“Because it’s a romantic
comedy, the romance has
to work,” Moore said. “We
have to make it believable.”
It takes commitment,
Fairall added. She’s also
gotten to know the oth-
er actors well as they play
family.
Fairall, who began act-
ing last winter, said the
role has been good for
her to tackle. Gillian is a
powerful, sensual charac-
ter. Often silly, it’s a side
Fairall doesn’t show much.
She read Coaster Theatre’s
summary of the play and
was intrigued as she wanted
to play a witch.
“It just spoke to me,” she
said.
Moore, who plays Shep-
herd, has been in commu-
nity theater since 1996, but
he wasn’t originally going
to do the role until another
actor dropped out. Moore,
a musician, spends the ma-
jority of his time on his new
CD, and James agreed to
work with his schedule.
Moore said he ¿ nds it in-
teresting to see a character
in one way after reading the
script for the ¿ rst time and
learning more as he gets on
stage to see that character
differently.
The actors are volunteers
in a variety of careers with
a wide range of experience,
Tronier said.
The roughly 100 hours
they spend preparing be-
fore opening night are a
“big commitment,” James
added.
He’s been doing com-
munity theater for decades
and has directed about 100
plays. This is his second
with Coaster Theatre.
GEORGE VETTER/CANNON BEACH GAZETTE
Priscilla Fairall and Daric Moore star as Gillian Holroyd
and Shepherd Henderson in “Bell, Book and Candle,”
opening Friday at the Coaster Th eatre.
“Bell, Book and Can-
dle” is an old-school period
piece, James said. Since ro-
mantic comedy has changed,
there are hurdles, but he is
con¿ dent the cast is up to it.
Moore watched the clas-
sics to prepare for the way
the characters talk and move.
“A lot has changed,” he
said. “But it is fun to dress
up in that era, to have that
sort of style, a sense of New
York in the ‘50s.”
Fairall added it was like
learning Shakespeare.
She called the play a co-
medic, emotional “roller
coaster ride.”
“Bell, Book and Can-
dle” will be performed Fri-
days and Saturdays at 7:30
p.m. through Oct. 24, with
a Thursday performance on
Oct. 15 and Sunday mat-
inées on Oct. 4 and Oct. 18
at 3 p.m.
Tickets are $15 or $20 de-
pending on the seating and
may be purchased online,
by calling (503) 436-1242
or stopping by the box of¿ ce
-- open Wednesday through
Saturday 1 to 5 p.m.
The theater is still look-
ing for ushers who get a
free ticket for that evening’s
show.
EXERCISE THE MIND . . .
LEARN BRIDGE
On Saturday, Oct. 3,
from 2 to 5 p.m. the Gear-
hart ArtWalk hoist “Wel-
come to the Shore” À ags
indicating participation in
the monthly event.
A Great Gallery, 576 Pa-
ci¿ c Way, (503) 709-2840
agreatgallery.com. pres-
ents more sunÀ owers in
the form of originals, new
glicées, photographs on
canvas by Ashley Thomas,
seasonal stationery boxes
in time for the holiday sea-
son, pumpkins, fall scenes
as well as new fall cre-
ations by DM Designs.
By The Way, 564 Pacif-
ic Way offers art and home
furnishings, (503) 739-7025
564bytheway@gmail.com.
Cougar Ridge Knife
Company, presents ¿ nely
crafted custom knives and
boutiTue Northwest wines
3348 Highway 101 N.,
(503) 738-9812 cougar-
ridgeknives.com.
Gearhart Ironwerks uses
iron in every way imagin-
able. Visit John Emmer-
ling, 1368 Paci¿ c Way,
(800) 738-5434 gearhar-
tironwerks.com.
Romancing the Home
offers furniture, lighting,
home accents and art along
housewarming gifts 3350
Hwy 101 N. (503) 738-
9977 email lindaBtoler@
yahoo.com.
Natural Nook presents the
work of Michelle Schiess,
who custom creates every-
thing from hair accessories
for ladies, babies and brides,
wedding garters for brides-
to-be, and hand-stamped
personalized jewelry and sea
glass necklaces for the beach
SUBMITTED PHOTO/SEASIDE SIGNAL
“Fjord Cat,” by Solfrid Price, exhibited at Trail’s End gallery.
CANNON BEACH
LIBRARY
F A LL
F ESTIVA L
Saturday, Septem ber 26th
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• S H O P F O R •
SIX FREE LESSONS
H andm ade Crafts
Children & Young Adult
Books, just 50¢
& Yum m y Baked G oods!
THURSDAYS 10 am - 12 noon
Starting Thursday October 15th, 2015
i EASY
k FUN
j FRIENDS
i FOOD
h FREE!
lover 738 Paci¿ c Way,
(503) 738-5332, À owers@
seasidenaturalnook.com.
Paci¿ c Crest Cottage is
stocked with gifts for all oc-
casions. The work of Dutch
artist Wim Vlek will be on
display. Vlek grew up in
Holland enjoying the pure
light of the Dutch sky. He
began to paint at an early
age under the instruction of
a mother and brother who
dabbled with paint and can-
vas. Further inspiration was
his grandparents art collec-
tion which included 17th-,
18th- and 19th-century oil
paintings. Since moving
to the North Coast in 1990
Vlek has earned respect and
admiration as an accom-
plished artist and art instruc-
tor. 726 Paci¿ c Way, (503)
738-6560 email joysigler@
hotmail.com 6560.
Solfrid Price is the fea-
tured artist for October at
Trail’s End Art Gallery in
Gearhart. Her show will
include her works in pho-
tography. The opening re-
ception takes place Satur-
day, Oct. 3, from 2-5 p.m.
Along with other members’
work, the show will be
open throughout October.
The public is welcome
to browse the gallery and
gift shop featuring an all
new monthly exhibit of
oil paintings, watercolors,
acrylics, photography, col-
lage, cards and gifts. Gal-
lery and gift shop are open
Wednesdays through Sun-
days, 11-3 p.m. For more
information visit www.
trailsendart.org. 656 “A”
Street, (503) 717-9458,
trailsendart.org.
Come play in in the delightful Mary Blake Playhouse
1225 Ave A, Seaside.
Q U ILT D R A W IN G
Call Sue Kroning:
(503) 738-7817, cell (503) 739-0264,
email skroning@centurylink.net to register
(or just come along).
131 N. Hemlock St. • Cannon Beach
M A R K ETPL A C E
503-436-1391
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35 L OST & F OUND
70 H ELP W ANTED
Found: Svenson area, end of July,
grey tabby type cat.
Also, Hammond area, calico cat.
Call 503-861-2003 to positively
identify or with info.
70 H ELP W ANTED
Clatsop Care Center offering the
following opportunities:
FT dietary aide,
Licensed nursing for
FT nights and on call,
CNA's.
Employer paid benefits upon
eligibility. Join our caring team!
Applications at
www.clatsopcare.org or at 646
16th St. Astoria. EOE
Astoria Burger King
is now accepting applications
for all shifts.
For job inquiries, go to
www.jointeambk.com
Cashier/Clerk
Accepting application for honest,
friendly, self-motivated individual for
a full-time position. Starting pay
$10.25 per hour.
Pre Employment screening
required.
Applications available at
Budʼs RV in Gearhart
4412 Hwy. 101 North
Gearhart, OR. 97138
70 H ELP W ANTED
Archipelago Marine Research,
a world leader in developing fisheries
monitoring technology, is seeking
two part-time service technicians
for Astoria/Warrenton/surrounding
areas. This position involves
installation and servicing of CCTV
cameras and computer
components onboard commercial
fishing vessels. The position
requires a vehicle, smart phone and
flexible work schedule, as evening
and weekend work is required.
For complete job description and
application instructions visit
www.archipelago.ca
Night Audit
Wage DOE
Award Winning Hotel Property
seeks Front Desk Professional
Outgoing with a pleasant speaking
voice, excellent grammar and
impeccable customer service.
Willingness to do light
housekeeping. Competitive wages
and excellent benefits.
Please e-mail resume to
Tracy@DistinctiveBeachLodgings.
com
Are you a night owl?!
North Shore Homes is seeking an
experienced carpenter for a full
time year round position with
competitive wages.
Must have transportation and
basic tools.
Please send resume to
Brookeenglish.nsh@gmail.com
or call Matt at 503-717-2098
If you have the Hospitality Heart and
would like to join our team, please
complete an application at
www.martinhospitality.com/employment ,
apply at 148 E Gower, Cannon
Beach or call Tamara at
503-436-1197.
Thank you and we look forward to
hearing from you.
70 H ELP W ANTED
NWSDS is seeking on call
Nutrition Coordinators for Senior
meal sites.
Details and application at
www.nwsds.org.
Distribution Department
Opportunity to work part-time in the
packaging and distributing depart-
ment at The Daily Astorian.
Duties include using machines to
place inserts into the newspaper
labeling newspapers and moving
the papers from the press. Must
be able to regularly lift 40 lbs. in a
fast-paced environment. Mechani-
cal aptitude helpful and the ability
to work well with others is re-
quired. Pre-employment drug test
required. Benefits include paid
time off (PTO), and a 401(k)/Roth
401(k) retirement plan.
Pick up an application at
The Daily Astorian
at 949 Exchange St. or send resume
to EO Media Group, PO Box 2048,
Salem, OR 97308-2048,
e-mail: hr@eomediagroup.com
70 H ELP W ANTED
Family dentistry practice on the
Long Beach Peninsula looking for
a part-time dental hygienist.
Excellent compensation.
Please fax resume to:
(360)-642-7142
Jason W. Tynkila
Entry-level Customer Service
Representative for The Daily
Astorian's circulation department.
A can-do attitude and
willingness to learn are necessary.
You will help customers in
person, by phone and through
email, plus do data-entry and
create reports. This position is also a
back-up driver, delivering products
as needed. Must be able to lift up
to 40 pounds and be willing to
learn to drive a delivery van.
Driving and criminal background
checks will be completed
pre-hire. Hours are generally 9 am
to 6 pm, Monday through
Friday.
Benefits include paid time off
(PTO), insurances and a
401(k)/Roth 401(k) retirement
plan. Send resume and letter of
interest to EO Media Group,
PO Box 2048, Salem,
OR 97308-2048,
by fax to 503-371-2935 or
e-mail hr@eomediagroup.com
70 H ELP W ANTED
Part-Time Retail Merchandiser
needed to merchandise Hallmark
products at various retail stores in
the Warrenton area. To apply,
please visit:
http://hallmark.candidatecare.com
EOE. Women/ Minorities/
Disabled/ Veteran.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel &
Suites, a Lincoln Asset
Management Hotel, has an
Assistant General Manager
position available.
Will assist and act in the place of
the General Manager when they
are away. Must be able to lead,
train, motivate and develop
others to achieve results.
Committed to and ensures 100%
guest satisfaction through
pleasant and professional guest
interactions. Responsibilities
include planning, organizing and
directing hotel services,
marketing the property, profit
management, budgets, and
cost/inventory control skills.
Math skills to complete required
reports are essential. Two or
more years of management
experience required.
Annual salary is $40,000 - $50,000
DOE; eligible for bonus after 12
months. Send resume with
cover letter to LAM 5809 Jean
Road Lake Oswego, Oregon
97035