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03/15/08
Oregon Coast Events for the Season: Lincoln
City
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Lincoln City's Nelscott area |
(Lincoln City, Oregon) – Spring rushes in like a
lion on the central coast, with Lincoln City bustling with activities
for families and grownups.
Spring break is just the beginning in town, with April
and May featuring a variety of events: cooking classes to karaoke; plants
to tide pool explorations; birds to a brew fest, and garage sales to a
gargantuan dog show.
For a full schedule of Oregon coast events,
see the Oregon
Coast Events Calendar.
March 28-30. Indoor Windless
Kite Festival. Plan on attending Oregon’s indoor windless
kite festival. Yes, it’s true, if you have the right kind of kites,
you can fly indoors without wind. Lincoln City is bringing expert indoor
kite fliers from all over the country to demonstrate the art and teach
kids of all ages how to soar without wind. Lincoln City, Oregon. 800-452-2151.
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Whale Watch Week is coming up soon (photo Whale Watch Center) |
March 22 to March 29: Spring Whale Watch
Week. Watch the great beasts make their way past the Oregon coast
during their peak migration time. Trained volunteers at 28 "Whale
Watching Spoken Here" sites help visitors spot gray whales. The volunteers
are on duty 10 a.m.-1 p.m. to help visitors see the marine animals and
offer information about their migration. On the central coast you’ll
find these at Inn at Spanish Head Lobby on 10th floor (Lincoln City);
Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint (just north of Depoe Bay); The Whale
Watching Center/Depoe Bay Sea Wall; Rocky Creek State Scenic Viewpoint
(between Newport and Depoe Bay); Cape Foulweather (just north of Newport);
Devil's Punchbowl State Natural Area (just north of Newport); Yaquina
Head Lighthouse (Newport); Don A. Davis City Kiosk (Newport’s Nye
Beach); and Yaquina Bay State Recreation Site (Newport). 541-765-3407.
www.whalespoken.org.
March 29. Great Oregon Spring Beach Cleanup.
Volunteers meet in every city on the coast to help clean up its entire
362 miles of beaches. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Contact SOLV to volunteer. 1-800-333-solv.
www.solv.org
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Beach access at NW 26th, Lincoln City |
March 28 & 29. Labyrinth Walk. Take
a spiritual journey in circles. Congregational Church-United Church of
Christ. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. NW 25th St. behind
Kenny’s IGA North, in Lincoln City. 541-994-2378.
April 1 - June 30. Karaoke Contest
at the Historic Pines Restaurant and Beach Bar. Qualifiers on Monday nights.
Winner to proceed to the National Karaoke Competition. www.historicpines.net.
A1
Beach Rentals, Lincoln City. Perfect for large family
vacations all the way down to a getaway lodging for two - with
over 25 vacation rental homes to choose from. A breathtaking collection
of craftsman or traditional beachfront homes, or oceanview houses
– from one to seven bedrooms. In various areas of Lincoln
City and overlooking the beach, with some in Depoe Bay. All kinds
of amenities are available, like hot tubs, decks, BBQ, rock fireplaces,
beamed ceilings and more. Some are new, some are historic charmers.
Lincoln City, Oregon. 1-(503)-232-5984. www.a1beachrentals.com.
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April 5. Summer Salads at the Pacific Coast Center
for Culinary Arts. Learn seasonal tips for keeping your home
cooking efforts a tad more “green” during this two-hour class
with Chef Losing of the Willamette Valley Country Club. Celebrate the
bounty of the coming summer. To register call or email Katera at 541-996-2119
or kateraw@lincolncity.org.
April 5. Bay Clamming with Lee Gray the
Wild Gourmet. Signup at 7 a.m. at Siletz Bay Park Gazebo, Lincoln City.
541-992-3798.
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Tide pools are on tap during the spring, with Lee Gray's guided
tours |
April 6. Tide Pooling with Lee Gray the
Wild Gourmet.. Signup at 6:30 a.m. at NW
15th Street Beach Access. Lincoln City. 541-992-3798.
April 12. “Cheese” with Chef Wills
of the Bay House Restaurant, at the Pacific
Coast Center for Culinary Arts. Explore some history, techniques, and
recipes in the extraordinary world of cheese, one of the world’s
most diverse and highly coveted foods. A Google search will deliver nearly
97 million matches if the word “cheese” is searched; that’s
why there has been such a strong push for this class. Class cost: $90
per person. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. 541-996-2119 or 800-452-2151.
April 12. Audobon Field Trip: Devils Lake,
Lincoln City, Oregon. 8 a.m. 541-921-4009.
April 18-20. Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale.
Over 100 citywide garage sales.
Church groups, neighborhoods, and individuals with great deals. Throughout
Lincoln City. 800-452-2151 or www.oregoncoast.org
April 18 - 20. Theatre West Fundraiser Garage Sale.
Garage Sale benefiting the new Theatre West building project. You can
buy or sell. Lincoln City. 541-994-5663.
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Delicious food classes are on tap at the Pacific Coast Center for
Culinary Arts |
April 19. Spring Plant Sale, at the Connie
Hansen Garden. 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. 1931 NW 33rd. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-994-6338.
April 19. Tide Pooling with Lee Gray the
Wild Gourmet. Signup at 6 a.m. at NW 15th Street Beach Access. Lincoln
City, Oregon. 541-992-3798.
April 20. Bay Clamming with Lee Gray the Wild Gourmet.
Signup at 7a.m. at Siletz Bay Park Gazebo. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-992-3798.
May 3. Cinco de Mayo cooking class at
the Pacific Coast Center for Culinary Arts. Take your Cinco de Mayo celebration
to the next level! This class is a full-day hands-on course, comfy shoes
are recommended. Class cost is $90 per person and will run from 11 a.m.
– 6 p.m. 541-996-2119 or 800-452-2151 or email kateraw@lincolncity.org.
May 9. Audobon Field Trip: Birdathon 8
a.m. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-921-4009.
May 10. Forest Greens with Lee Gray the
Wild Gourmet.. Signup at 10 a.m. at 3 Rocks Road Parking Lot. Bring a
lunch. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-992-3798.
May 10. Audobon Field Trip: Birdathon
8 a.m. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-921-4009.
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Strut your mutt at the beach on May 17 |
May 16 & 17. Brewer’s Memorial Ale Fest
at Rogue Ales in South Beach. Newport, Oregon. 541-867-3660.
Lincoln
City Vacation Homes
Something for everyone: smaller homes
with a view to a large house that sleeps 15. All are either oceanfront
or just a few steps away – all with a low bank access and
fantastic views. Most are in the Nelscott area; one is close to
the casino. You’ll find a variety of goodies: fireplaces,
multiple bedrooms, dishwashers, Jacuzzis, washer/dryers, hot tubs,
cable TV, VCR, barbecues; there’s a loft in one, and another
sprawling home has two apartments. Pets allowed in some homes
– ask first. Each comes with complete kitchens. Most have
seventh night free. Prices range from winter $85 to summer $230
per night. www.getaway2thecoast.com.
541-994-8778.
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May 17. Mid-May Plant Exchange. 10 a.m.
to 2 p.m. Connie Hansen Garden. 1931 NW 33rd. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-994-6338.
May 17. Mutt Masters Mutt Olympics and Dog Show.
Categories range from fastest eater to longest ears, plus many more. Find
out if your dog has what it takes to get the gold. Shop vendor booths
for specialties made for dogs and their humans. Lincoln City, Oregon.
800-452-2151 or www.oregoncoast.org.
May 23 - June 20. Colville Foundation Art Show.
At the Lincoln City Cultural Center. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-994-9994.
May
24. Bay Clamming with Lee Gray the Wild Gourmet. Signup at 9:30
a.m. at Siletz Bay Park Gazebo. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-992-3798.
May 24. Cause 4 Paws At the Lincoln City Cultural
Center. An outdoor festival and auction that benefits the Lincoln
County Animal Shelter. Bring a 10 pound (or larger) bag of dog or cat
food and receive a $5 coupon good to use at any of the vending booths
at the festival. Admission is free. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-921-2045.
May 25. Tide Pooling with Lee Gray the
Wild Gourmet. Signup at 10 a.m. at NW 15th
Street Beach Access. Lincoln City, Oregon. 541-992-3798.
May 29 - June 1. Lincoln City Kiteboard Rodeo.
A new community event that is held by the group who creates the Nelscott
Reef Tow-In Surf Contest. This Kiteboard Rodeo will be held in the Historic
Taft District, Lincoln City, Oregon. Contact John at johnnotoes@hotmail.com.
Tradewinds
Motel,
Rockaway Beach. All rooms are immaculate and have TV’s, VCR’s
and in-room phones w/ data ports. Oceanfronts have queen bed, a
double hide-a-bed, kitchen, cozy firelog fireplace and private deck.
Both types sleep up to four people. Others are appointed for a two-person
romantic getaway, yet still perfect for those on a budget. Elaborate
oceanfront Jacuzzi suite has two bedrooms, kitchen, double hide-a-bed,
fireplace and private deck, sleeping as many as six. For family
reunions or large gatherings such as weddings, some rooms can connect
to create two-room and three-room suites. Some rooms pet friendly.
523 N. Pacific St., Rockaway Beach. (503) 355-2112 - 1-800-824-0938.
www.tradewinds-motel.com |
Inn
at Cannon Beach. Beautifully wooded natural setting at quiet south
end of Cannon Beach. Great during winter storms with a new book by
the fireplace – or when the sun is out for family fun and beach
strolling. Handsome beach cottage-style architecture. Lush flowering
gardens and naturalized courtyard pond. Warm, inviting guest rooms.
Continental buffet breakfast. Warm Cookies. Family and Pet Friendly.
Welcome gifts. Smoke-free. Complimentary Wireless Connectivity. Wine
and book signing events. 800-321-6304 or 503-436-9085. Hemlock At
Surfcrest, Cannon Beach, Oregon. www.atcannonbeach.com. |
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The
Ocean Lodge. There will not be another property built
like this in Cannon Beach in our lifetimes. Rare, premiere ocean
front location; handsome, dramatic architecture and tasteful, fun
(nostalgic) beach interiors. Overlooks Haystack Rock. 100 percent
smoke free. Imaginative special occasion packages. Massive wood
burning lobby fireplace. Library w/ fireplace, stocked with impressive
book collection. Pet and family friendly. Lavish continental buffet
breakfast. In-room fireplaces, mini-kitchens. Jacuzzi tubs in select
rooms. DVD players, complimentary movies. Morning paper. Warm cookies.
888-777-4047. 503-436-2241. 2864 Pacific Street. Cannon Beach, Oregon.
www.theoceanlodge.com |
Arch
Cape Property Services.
Dozens of homes in that dreamy,
rugged stretch between Cannon Beach and Manzanita known as Arch
Cape. Oceanfront and ocean view , or just a short walk from the
sea.
All homes are immaculate and smoke free; some pet friendly (with
a fee). Some with broadband, indoor or outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces,
decks, and fire pits or barbecues. Call about tempting winter specials
that go until March (not valid holidays, however). www.archcaperentals.com
866-436-1607. |
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YACHATS
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