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BY KATHERINE LACAZE The Lower Columbia Hispanic Council IN COMMUNITY 2019

“For a long time, I think the community really tion, and social and economic advancement of Latinx residents wanted to stay under the radar because of in the Lower Columbia Region. “That’s actually an area we are focusing on,” executive everything that’s happening, especially now. director Jorge Gutierrez said. But I think there is also a group of people that When he took the position five years ago, he was the only have recognized that’s not really working, and employee and the organization was on the brink of shutting down. During those first years, his focus was stabilizing the they really need more representation and to budget, creating sustainable infrastructure, developing new get involved and have their voices heard,” positions, and creating a group called La Voz de la Comunidad says LCHC Exec. Dir. Jorge Gutierrez. to involve more Hispanic residents and find out directly from them what programs and services they desired. Clatsop County’s growing Latino population is making “What we heard is that people wanted to be involved civi- strides to self-advocate and seek representation in the cally, whether it be on boards, commissions, or a city council, political sphere, but still disproportionately faces a number but not many felt ready to that,” he said. of barriers when it comes to civic engagement, academic For some, language fluency or legal status was a concern, equity, economic opportunities, and other facets of life. for others a lack of familiarity with how government systems Since the turn of the century, the county’s Hispanic run. Norma Hernandez, the Clatsop County WIC coordinator population has grown exponentially. In the last official and an active community member, added minority citizens census, completed in 2010, 7.8 percent of residents may have difficulty subjecting themselves to public exposure. identified as Latinx, an increase of about 77.7 percent over “It’s hard, because you never know if you’re really going to the numbers reported in 2000, or 4.6 percent. The 2017 be accepted or not,” she said. “You never really know who is population estimate was 8.6 percent, according to the friend or foe.” U.S. Census Bureau. Lower Columbia Hispanic Council staff Additionally, once a person is elected or appointed to a Marginalized populations are often under-counted, political position, “it’s no longer about you, you’re represent- however, and other sources agree that is likely in this case, This evidence, statistically and anecdotally, reinforces the general ing your community,” Hernandez said, adding, “Not everyone estimating the percentage of Latinx individuals in Clatsop County is is ready to be put in those awkward situations, where your life is concept of a growing Hispanic population within the county. How- closer to 12 to 14 percent of the larger population. pretty much picked apart.” Enrollment data from local school districts provides additional ever, this presence could be easily missed if surveying the area’s To address these and other concerns, the Hispanic Council has insight into where the county sits and, equally important, demo- local governments—which should presumably reflect the citizenry. emphasized leadership development “and bridging the gap be- graphic trends. In the Astoria School District, as of fall 2018, 340 of Across not only the county’s Board of Commissioners, but also tween the Latino community and non-Latino community,” Gutierrez 1882 students, or roughly 18 percent, were Latinx. In the Seaside individual city councils and numerous local commissions, commit- said. They began inviting several elected officials, superintendents, School District, 436 of 1639 students, or 26.6 percent, of students law enforcement officials, and other community figures to attend tees and boards, there is a notable lack of Latinx representation. were Latinx, as of December 2018. In Warrenton, the percentage La Voz meetings. When former mayor Arline LaMear met with the was substantially lower—about 11 percent of 993 students—for the This has not escaped the notice of the Lower Columbia Hispanic group about two years ago, it was a meaningful moment for both 2017-18 school year. Council, a nonprofit organization that promotes the health, educa- parties. cont. pg 12

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Pajunen/Brynnel Duo The Spirit of St. Louis Trumpeter Mark Berney ASTORIA CHRISTMAS FANTASTICOUTTAKESRUSSIAN GOLD w/ Lee Stromquist - piano Kelley Shannon & Friends MEDALISTS SusanRETURN Banyas TO Joey Altruda - Bass Saturday , Dec 22, 6pm Friday July 6 • 8pm SeptASTORIA 21 Liberty Theatre

by Dinah Urell New York Jazz Pianist Composer home & garden ARTS CHRIS PARKER •artisan decor JAN for home and garden John Nastos Sax •traditional toys Kevin Deitz Bass 11 Adam Carlson Drums 1124 Commercial St • Astoria, OR Open Mon - Sat 11 - 5:30, Sun 12 - 4 EW YORK JAZZ PIANIST CHRIS PARKER returns for an Nengagement at KALA on Friday, January 11 at 8 p. m. Featur- ing Parker’s original compositions of Latin, funk and straight-ahead modern jazz – a multi-faceted composer, his tunes light up the room with bright and vigorous arrangements and inspired musical themes. Known throughout the North Coast as beloved instructor at Clatsop Community College during an era when in-depth music studies were offered there, Parker, who was born in Portland, is longtime Professor of Music and head of jazz studies at SUNY Orange College in New York. With a long list of original works Parker composes for every- at thing from small jazz groups and chamber ensembles to full sym- A BENEFIT phony orchestra. He heads his own group in NYC, and contempo- rary jazz icons Randy Brecker, Bob Mintzer, Chris Vadala and Lyn KALA for the PAC Seaton have all performed with Parker’s band. Recent works include a Duo for Piano and Violin performed chestras, Deitz jazz performances include concerts with Mose in New York by Laurie Carney of the American String Quartet, Allison, Terrence Blanchard, Dave Brubeck, Herb Ellis, Dave -- “Short Story for Chamber Orchestra” is scheduled for perfor- The Brownsmead FlaTs Frishberg, Benny Golson, and Diane Shurr. mance in February, and Parker is working on a new album for Jazz Drummer Adam Carlson is a graduate of the University of Septet and an album for Quintet. Parker is known for the uncom- in concert Oregon with a bachelors degree in Jazz Studies (Cum Laude). The mon use of violin in jazz composition on his two albums “Late in youngest member of this ensemble, Carlson has logged hundreds Lisbon” and “Full Circle.” Sunday, January 20 • 2pm of performances, toured with the Oregon Jazz Ensemble to per- For this performance, Parker lines up top notch players from form at prestigious Euro jazz festivals, is a freelance musician, with the Portland area. The quartet includes John Nastos on alto and numerous recording dates. He’s spent time in New York, working soprano sax. Nastos, currently on the faculty at Portland State, with many different bands, honing his ability to play many differ- Donation/suggested $10 at The PAC maintains a busy performing, recording and teaching schedule $5 for Seniors and students ent genres. With a broad musical taste, he craves to play, “any 16th & Franklin in Astoria around the Portland area. Nastos performs with the whos who of genre that grooves.” the Portland scene and has toured extensively with Dianne Schuur, and also toured with Esperanza Spaulding. Nastos is also the sax Friday, January 11, 8pm. Tickets $16. Doors open player on Parker’s latest recording Full Circle. 7:15pm. KALA is located at 1017 Marine Drive in Astoria. Kevin Deitz on bass is an active jazz and classical bassist, 503.338.4878. Ages 16+ please. Advance tickets online: composer/arranger, educator, clinician and adjudicator. Perform- libertyastoria.showare.com. Pick-up will call tickets at KALA, ing professionally in a diverse medium of ensembles and or- at the door/time of show.

OSCAR NELSON New Paintings at KALA

KALA presents New Paintings by Oscar Nel- mushroom is beginning to gain some popu- son at the Astoria 2nd Saturday Art Walk. lar respect. In just over a year, Nelson has produced One point that Pollin made in a recent in- an abundance of abstract oil paintings on terview with Terry Gross on Fresh Air is that canvas, in addition to exploring with spray “the experiences that people have are very paint medium. Known throughout the real to them — they’re psychological facts. Astoria community as the hard working, And one of the really interesting qualities of founding owner of Sweet Relief, and first psychedelic experience is that the insights proprietor on the coast to stake claim in you have on them have a durability ... This the grow business, Nelson describes his isn’t just an opinion, this is revealed truth, creative process as manic and wild; explor- so the confidence people have is hard to RED Below RED Above, oil on canvas, 24 x 24 ing the intersection of spirituality, imper- shake, actually.” manence and the mysterious—a feeling of Oscar Nelson is frank about his entry into repeated symbolic imagery into his pieces, freedom that keeps him coming back to the painting—it started with a mushroom trip. allowing subconscious material their own studio. Says Nelson, “In that sacred space I envi- stage, and using lots of paint and color on Thanks to best selling author and sioned poetry conveyed visually through the canvas. scientist Michael Pollin whose latest book color, shape and movement. The next day I Since that day he started painting, you addresses the use of psychedelics and con- purchased my first basic set of art supplies. might say, Nelson has a no-fear relationship sciousness, and its ground breaking use in I was instantly captivated by the feel of to the practice, a newfound passion, and a therapy today (How to Change Your Mind: scraping oil paint across the canvas.” mysterious new path. What the New Science of Psychedelics You’ll see that oil paint scraping across Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, the canvas in Nelson’s painting, thick chunks Opening Reception, Saturday Jan 12, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence), of paint taking a trip of their own, coming 5pm – 8pm. KALA. 1017 Marine Drive in the attitude toward the drug called magic to rest in unusual places. He’s also painted Astoria. 503.338.4878 by appt. JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com 4 ASTORIA CHRISTMAS FANTASTICOUTTAKESRUSSIAN GOLD Kelley Shannon & Friends MEDALISTS Coast Community Radio SusanRETURN Banyas TO Receives a Grant FREE Wheelchair Program for Saturday , Dec 22, 6pm ASTORIA from the Templin Foundation Citizens and Visitors on the Sept 21 A group of students and community members from last year’s event work on their t- Liberty Theatre Beach shirts for the Clothesline Project.

by Dinah Urell Appeals Board Overturns Controversial Plans to Expand Columbia River Port ENVIRONMENTAL and public-health authorizing new industrial develop- JAN organizations sent a clear message of ment at the proposed rezone site. opposition to the proposed Kalama The County and Port could also opt methanol refinery at the end of the to retain the current protections for 11 year with comments submitted on a farmland and salmon habitat instead draft climate report for the project. of making a third attempt at rezoning The organizations, including Sierra high-quality farmland. Club, Washington Physicians for “Today’s decision opens the door Social Responsibility, the Center for for Columbia County to protect high- Inside the Month: Biological Diversity, and Columbia yield farmland and strong salmon Riverkeeper, disputed claims made runs,” stated Jasmine Zimmer-Stucky, COVER FEATURE . . . p3, 12-13 K. Lacaze by the refinery’s backers about the senior organizer for Columbia Solar Armada . . . p7 Mattson-McDonald climate benefits of building the Riverkeeper. “Industrializing rural world’s largest fracked gas-to-meth- Columbia County with dirty fossil fuel SMART METERS??? . . . p9 C. Paddon anol refinery. Over 25,000 comments projects like fracked gas-to-methanol from the public were submitted in refineries and oil-by-rail ignores the St. Spotlight . . p9 K. Schlarb opposition to the methanol refinery. public’s legitimate concerns about Indivisible hosts ‘Speak Truth’ Regional Summit The Oregon Land Use Board of health andquality of life impacts.” Book Review . . . p11 K. Schlarb Appeals rejected Columbia County’s While the Board ruled in favor Indivisible North Coast Oregon (INCO), a grassroots organization that second attempt to open 837 acres of of the County and Port on several defends democracy by opposing authoritarianism, bigotry, and cor- NEW COLUMN . . . P24 high-value agricultural land along the issues challenged by Columbia River- ruption, will host its Speak Truth | 2019 Regional Summit at the Lovell Columbia River to industrial develop- keeper and 1000 Friends of Oregon, Showroom, 426 14th Street, Astoria, on SATURDAY, JANUARY 19. Qfolk ment, on December 28, 2019. the Board’s ruling on a key issue in The summit’s three events are free and open to the public. MOnthly LGBTQ eVenTs, + The Port of St. Helens proposes favor of the environmental organiza- political groups/organizations... p8 doubling the size of its rural Port tions means the rezone is not valid Main Program Westward property for a fracked until the County and Port address The summit takes place from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Lovell Show- gas-to-methanol refinery and other the legal flaws. The County, Port, or room. It offers fresh perspectives on demanding truth from elected industrial development. Hundreds environmental organizations have the officials and speaking truth to power, with networking, dialogue, and of people, including local farmers right to appeal the Board’s decision inspiration for defending democracy. Guests and local organizers share and small-business owners, urged to the Oregon Court of Appeals. smart strategies and tactics for voicing concerns and effecting change, COLUMNS the County to protect farmland and “Converting Oregon’s best especially with the changes in Congress and with local issues. As we STEVE BERK . . . 6 salmon habitat from fossil fuel and farmland and salmon habitat for work to make our country better in 2019, the truth begins with us. other heavy industrial development. fossil fuel development goes against THEATER . . . 16 Earlier this year, Columbia River- Oregon’s cleanenergy goals, and it Speakers: ART HAPPENS . . . 17 keeper and 1000 Friends of Oregon is inconsistent with the state’s land • “Grassroots Truth & Constituent Power” with Bobby Michaels, WORD/Literary EVents . . . 18 challenged use laws, particularly where so much Indivisible’s Senior Regional Organizer for 6 Pacific Northwest states; FLASHCUTS ...... KANEKUNI 20 Columbia County’s decision to industrial land is already available. • “Messaging and Morality Explained: How to Protect the Truth and BIKE MADAME . . . HAMMITT-MCDONALD . . 21 approve the rezone. As a result of We hope the Port of St. Helens will Win our Country Back” with Linai Vaz, PhD, who, at last year’s INCO yesterday’s decision, the County permanently shelve this plan,” stated FREE WILL ASTROLOGY . . . BREZNY 21 summit, showed how framing influences politics; and Port must address the legal Meriel Darzen, staff attorney for 1000 • “Embrace the “F” Word” with Margaret Frimoth, a long-time NETWORK COMMUNITY LISTINGS . . . 22 errors identified by the Board before Friends of Oregon. advocate for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. She is the Vice- SONJA GRACE MESSAGES . . . 23 President of Academic Affairs at Clatsop Community College, Astoria, WHOLE PLANET HEALTH. . . . . HAMMIT-MCDONALD 24 Oregon. WORD & WISDOM . . . NASON 23 FOODGROOVE NEWS . . .26 An optional box lunch can be ordered in the morning, with sign- CHEW ON THIS . . . MYERS 25 making and postcarding activities available during lunch in the show- room. HIPFiSHmonthly is located at 1017 Marine Dr in Astoria. By Appt. ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - 503.338.4878 SPEAK TRUTH WOMEN’S MARCH The march begins at 2 pm from Heritage Square, 12th and Ex- Send general email correspondance: change, in Astoria. The march is less than a mile on the sidewalks [email protected]. HIPFiSH is produced on the web at: of downtown Astoria. Bring signs. This inclusive, nonviolent event is www.hipfishmonthly.com free and open to the public. It is posted on national sites, but Indivis- Hipfish is printed at the Daily Astorian ible North Coast Oregon is not affiliated with the national organizing groups.

Aerial Photo of Port Westward, Longview (photo credit Columbia Riverkeeper). EDITOR/PUBLISHER: Cover Photo: The Run For Something Dinah Urell Lower Columbia This event is from 4 – 5:30 pm at the Lovell Showroom. Good peo- Hispanic Council’s ple serving in office keep democracy strong. Numerous local offices GRAPHICS: In Celebration of MLK Weekend Hispanic Heritage are up for election in May, including school boards, Port of Astoria, and Buggy Bison IS ONE OF YOUR New Years’ resolutions to be of service to others? Join the 3 Celebration held Village communities during Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend and celebrate the fire districts. This event includes Q-and-A with a panel of local elected Les Kanekuni Sept. 15, 2018, at St. ideals of volunteerism and service with several special local events. leaders about why and how you could run for office. If you don’t run, Dinah Urell Mary’s Star of the Sea Community Volunteer Fair, Saturday, January 19 from 10am to 3pm at who will? Michelle Roth in Astoria. Pine Grove Community House. Many local organizations will be on hand to Panel: Bruce Jones, Mayor of Astoria; Tita Montero, Seaside City CALENDAR/PRODUCTION showcase what they do, including Hoffman Center For The Arts, Manzanita Visitors Center, Nehalem Valley Historical Society, Friends of Cape Falcon Council; Kathleen Sullivan, Clatsop County Commissioner; and Pam Assistance/Staff Writer: Cathy Nist Marine Reserve, Tillamook Estuaries Partnership, Emergency Volunteer Corps Wev, Clatsop County Commissioner Facebook Genie: Sid Deluca of Nehalem Bay Hope Chest Thrift Shop and many more! This event may help you find the perfect volunteer opportunity for you, More information is available at http://www.indivisiblenorthcoas- MAGIC WEB WORKER: whether you live in the area full time, part time or just visit once a year. toregon.org/p/speak-truth-2019-inco-regional-summit.html and at Bob Goldberg www.incoregon.org. Don’t miss this chance to learn how you can give back to this special community!

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Corporate Greed SWALLOWS Our INSTitutions IN THE PAST several decades, Americans privatized and commodified. A corpora- the redistribution of wealth downwards have seen increasing corporate control of tion provides spoiled and rotten food that that had been an aspect of Democratic our public institutions, turning them from prisoners have to pay for out of their slave politics since the New Deal. Focusing structures created to serve the people wages, and the telecom corporation that more on free trade, which benefits the to entities for engorging plutocrats with provides their phone services charges corporate elite, Bill Clinton oversaw cre- wealth. Independent journalist Chris prisoners more than is paid by the general ation of the North American Free Trade Hedges exposes the raw underside of our population. Prisoners also pay for “fake Agreement, which brought about what In- much degraded society in his latest book, medical care.” As a result of entirely dependent presidential candidate H. Ross “America, the Farewell Tour.” Hedges corporate controlled services they have Perot called a “giant sucking sound,” journeyed across the nation, spending to pay for out of their meager wages, as jobs fled south to Mexico and then much time in its “dein- to China. Clinton also dustrialized” cities. These oversaw deregulation of are places that once had the Federal Communica- large manufacturers like tions Commission, which 10pm Wednesday Nights! the auto industry, with its landed most media in the potent union, the United hands of six giant corpo- This Way Out marks almost 30 years on the air! Auto Workers, which rations. 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NATURE NEWS Armed Assault on Tidal Rock Project: Interacting in Green Space by Pamela Mattson NATURE MATTERS features Jessica Schleif Jan. 10 Congress by McDonald

JESSICA SCHLEIF is a horticulturist specializing in edible and habitat gardens. As a performance and installation the Solar Armada artist her practice is greatly influenced by nature and science. Schleif will talk on the The Tidal Rock Project, a IN DECEMBER of 2017, I wrote an article for facturing sector and mitigating impacts. Which former overgrown green space and the historic location Hipfish* on the Clean Energy Jobs Bill, aimed means encouraging the development of new in- of Tidal Rock Park – an 1811 anchor and high water to hit the Oregon State Legislature during the dustries and new jobs. Working with Community marker for the Columbia River at 15th and Duane in coming 2019 session. Our newly elected repre- Colleges to begin programs which teach these Astoria. With funding from the Precipice Foundation in sentative, Tiffany Mitchell, is a strong supporter. new technologies and skills. 2018, collaborative efforts lead by artists Agnes Field, Senator Betsy Johnson will be head of the bud- • It would focus on providing opportunities for Jessica Schleif and Brenda Harper, worked to transform get committee. Major forces have been swirling low-income and rural communities, communities the underutilized outdoor space. throughout the States this year, advocating and of color, and Tribes to benefit from these new In September of 2018, their initial efforts to clear the educating for sustainable energy. It will descend technologies. space culminated in a multi-media celebration event full force in Salem this year. • Hasten the pace of electrification of vehicles that included a blessing by the Chinook Tribe, installa- tion art and contributing performing artists. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) in Oregon by expanding electric vehicle infra- In this presentation Schleif will discuss the continua- is an advocacy group for the industry. Besides structure and incentives to support 50,000 more tion to collaborate efforts to engage community artists education, they host conferences for vendors, electric vehicles on Oregon roads by 2020. and performers, tribal members and municipal staff scientists, and innovators. Since 1974, they’ve • Decarbonize the electricity sector, by of the City of Astoria in a pre-renovation, cumulative grown to represent over one thousand United encouraging grid modernization, while maintain- events and the future of the space. States companies participating in this growing ing affordable and competitive electricity rates. The 7 p.m. presentation takes place January 10 at sector of sustainable energy employment. Working with utility providers to achieve the the Fort George Lovell Showroom, 1483 Duane Street, This winter, SEIA led seventy companies state’s renewable energy targets. Supporting Astoria. This free event is open to the public. Doors open at 6 p.m. to purchase dinner or bever- through the offices of more than one hundred world-leading industry efficiency initiatives by ages at the Fort George Brewery before the event. members of the United States Congress, in an Oregon’s large industrial utility customers. Nature Matters, a lively conversation about the intersection of nature and culture, takes place on the educational blitz called Solar Shines on the Hill • Expand opportunities for residential, munici- second Thursday of each month from October through May. Nature Matters is hosted by Lewis and Day. Solar workers from across the nation also pal, and commercial customers to access clean STUDENT OPPS! Clark National Historical Park in partnership with the North Coast Watershed Association, the Lewis & met with members of Congress and their staffs energy services from their utilities while ensuring Clark National Park Association, and the Fort George Brewery + Public House. to educate them on the significant growth of utility regulation supports the utility system and FMI: (503) 861-2471 or check out www.nps.gov/lewi or Lewis and Clark National Historical Park on the solar industry, corresponding jobs in their does not preference new customers over existing Facebook. districts and states, and the industry’s policy ones. priorities. • This means maintaining and strengthening One of SEIA’s top federal objectives is for strong energy efficiency investments in residential, Listening to the Land: Congress to modify the tax code to include commercial, industrial, and agricultural sectors. Conservation Land and Public Access: energy storage as eligible technology for the Develop the reach of energy efficiency programs investment tax credit. It builds on their efforts to ensure all communities benefit, and improve The Pros and Cons, Join the Discussion this summer. When SEIA met with members of the energy efficiency of state building codes. the U.S. House of Representatives from the top Since 2009 a critical mass of action has forged KATIE VOELKE, Executive Director of the North Coast Land one hundred solar congressional districts. a firm foundation for the emergence of this new Conservancy, leads an open-ended discussion about how to “There is nothing more powerful than a face- energy technology as a major utility player. New balance the needs of people, plants, and wildlife in conserved to-face meeting to share with policy makers physics discoveries have changed the makeup lands on the Oregon Coast. On WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16TH, stories about the value of solar energy to their 2019, the Necanicum Watershed Council welcomes you to of solar cells so they’re efficient and viable all jurisdictions,” said Abigail Ross Hopper, SEIA’s “Conservation Land and Public Access: The Pros and Cons, Join over Oregon. Many already know that solar is president. “We know it enjoys broad bipartisan the Discussion.” booming in the Southern part of the State. But it support, but additional education and awareness NCLC is working on its biggest project ever: conservation will soon overtake as an affordable power source is always impactful. Jobs, economic growth, and of 3,500 acres of forestland above Oswald West State Park to here in our often overcast region. what we are doing to accelerate solar deploy- benefit people, plants, and wildlife. Which brings into high relief Locally, Clatsop Community College has solar ment, enable healthy competition, and provide an issue that all private land conservancies have to grapple with panels helping with energy costs. And the Col- Americans with affordable, reliable, clean energy every time they complete an acquisition: what is the right amount lege is now considering developing a sustainable which they deserve.” of public access for this property, if any? environmental curriculum. As President Christo- Hikers, mountain bikers, hunters, anglers, dog-lovers: rec- Solar and storage jobs aren’t Republican or pher Breitmeyer was unavailable for comment reationists of all kinds are always interested in exploring new Democratic jobs--they’re American jobs. Hun- at press time. I do know that Thad Nolan, the territory. But what are the risks and benefits, the pros and cons, dreds of thousands of employees and customers Automotive Technology instructor, is working on of opening up conserved lands to various kinds of recreation? across the U.S are testimony to its practicality constructing an EV charger in their shop at the Every human activity, benign as it may seem, has the potential to and viability. Thousands of additional clean en- MERTS campus. cause harm. Off-trail and even on-trail travel can lead to erosion. ergy jobs could be created with the right support As sweeping as the Organic Standards Act Water sources can be polluted. Seeds embedded in boot soles for emerging energy storage technologies. can spread invasive plant species. Yet typically it is our personal was in the 1990’s, the sustainable energy move- experiences with wild lands that makes us care about them in the In our State, Governor Kate Brown’s Oregon ment in the 2000’s, has made major impacts in first place, and that lead us to work to conserve them. Climate Agenda outlines the following goals: the U.S. and all over the world. When our fed- Listening to the Land is a monthly winter speaker series of- • Create the new Oregon Climate Authority eral executive branch is doing little, it’s up to our fered January through May and presented by the Necanicum to better align state programs and expertise to fifty States to forge ahead on this crusade. The Watershed Council in partnership with the Seaside Public Library. achieve the state’s climate policy goals. This Clean Energy Jobs Bill in our legislature is one Presentations are held the 3rd Wednesday of every month start- would be a market-based program to achieve way we can assist the planet and lead the charge ing at 6pm at the Seaside Library, 1131 Broadway St, Seaside, the state climate emissions reduction goals at of an efficient, clean energy future for the young OR. Doors open at 5:30pm. Events are free and open to the pub- the least possible cost. By protecting our manu- citizens of today. lic. For more information, visit www.necanicumwatershed.org.

7 JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com Taizé Ecumenical Service At Grace Episcopal Church Sing in Grace

LGBTQ news and culture f for the lower columbia pacific YOUR Advertising Lower ColumbiaFolk Q Center AstoriaQ Armory - 1636 Exchange Street Astoria in HIPFiSH Mission: The Lower Columbia Q Center is a safe and WINTER Dance Now Event welcoming resource and peer support service for the LGBTIQ+ community, friends, family, and allies of the A Community dance for people with disabilities, Lower Columbia Region. friends and families. THE Q CENTER IS OPEN on Friday Nights to Adults from Wearing white and blue is encouraged! At the Once a month . . . 5 – 9pm, hosted by volunteers. Enjoy the Library, WiFi Astoria Middle School Cafeteria access, snacks. games, and a venue to share information, resources and community. Stop by to find out what’s January 11, 6-8pm. All Ages Welcome. Caregivers happening with the LCQC and the Q Community of the must be present. Supervision is not available. FREE! all month long Lower Columbia Pacific Region. Use the entrance at 1636 Exchange St. Come on in out of the rain and check out your Q Center living room and offices. Liberty Theatre Going Green This January will mark the absence of plastic water bottles and Styrofoam Support Groups/Ongoing cups at the Liberty Theatre. In an effort to make the facility more “green” we - Queer Edge Sobriety Support Group: First will be replacing both with eco-friendly alternatives. The decision was made Over 300 locations in response to the suggestions of our patrons and our volunteers. Wednesday of the month. 6-7:30 pm The new 8oz no-tree hot cups are made from 100% sugar cane with no - LCQC Board Meeting: Third Wednesday of the bleaching, meaning no trees were cut down to make them. These paper- free cups have a lining made from corn (not petroleum) making them on the Coast month. 6-8 pm compostable in a commercial composting facility. These will replace the current Styrofoam cups. The new 6oz cold cups are made from plants grown in the USA. They are Lower Columbia Gender eco-friendly and compost in 2-4 months in a commercial composting facil- Alliance/Trans Support ity. These will replace the current plastic water bottles sold in our conces- sion stands. The Lower Columbia Gender Alliance holds peer support group As always, Liberty Cups will be used for all other liquid concessions. meetings on the third Thursday of each month. Meetings are Increasing energy efficiency and reducing waste are an ongoing initiative 503.338.4878 open to transgender, gender queer, questioning and family at The Liberty Theatre. Part of our backstage renovation plans will address members or partners. Meetings will be at 6:30pm - 8pm at the energy efficiency by converting much of the facility to LED and replacing Q center. For Information call Tessa James at 503 545-5311. the torch-down roof with an insulated one. Over the Rainbow Radio Show o n KMUN The Liberty blade sign uses 440 11 watt bulbs. Converting these bulbs to 2 watt LED will save The Liberty $2,800 a year on the blade alone. The The Circle of 91.9 Every 3rd Wednesday 8:30 - 1030pm the Labyrinth majority of the complex is planned to convert to LED. LCQC Choir RESUMES!!!!!! on January 21st, meeting According to Energy Trust of Oregon, replacing the 20,250 square foot First Sunday of the Month every Monday 7-8:30pm. Contact LCQCAAstoria@ roof on the Liberty could save just over $4,000 per year (estimated at $.20/ 3PM - 6PM square foot). ( Brief introduction at 3pm) gmail.com. -LGBTIQ+ Teen Social and Skate Night: Every Friday Grace Episcopal Church CLATSOP COUNTY DEMOCRATS MEET Clatsop County Democrats 1545 Franklin Astoria meet the fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in room 221 of For more info: 503.325.6580 donations welcome Columbia Hall at Clatsop Community College in Astoria. Parking next to Columbia Hall is accessed off of and above Lexington Avenue, between Monthly LGBTQ Events 15th and 16th Streets. For more information about the Clatsop County Democratic Party, please go to www.clatsopdemocrats.org or www.face- in Lincoln County book.com/clatsopdemocrats. - 1st Wed of ea. month, 7pm is Trans Parents Coffee Hour at the Chalet in Newport. PACIFIC COUNTY DEMOCRATSMonthly Meeting - 2nd Mondays, 6pm, Long Beach County Building, Sandridge Rd. Pacific pacificcountydems@ - 2nd Tues. ea month, 4pm is LGBT+ & Allies gmail.com Happy Hour at Georgie’s in Newport. Astoria Artwalk - 2nd Wed. ea month - 6pm to 7:30pm PFLAG 5-8pm • November 8 Group at St. Stephen’s at 9th and Hurbert in CREATE • Jan 17 Columbia River Estuary Action Team “Gathering” featuring works by Newport. CREATE is a group of citizens working to protect the unique Columbia River Estuary Gail Wahlstrom and Jill Merrill and the rivers and streams that flow into it. All are welcome! - 4th Sun of ea month, 11am is OUT OR Coast CREATE was started by people who were involved in the successful 12 year Women’s Coffee at Cafe Mundo in Newport. battle against LNG in Clatsop County. Its purpose is to foster citizen involvement in Art Cards, Artisan Crafts, protecting the unique, beautiful and productive Columbia River Estuary. Gallery & Working Studio To connect with Oregon Central Coast Chapter of New members are always welcome. Come and join in at 6pm, 3rd Thursdays at 1133 Commercial St. Astoria, OR 97103 PFLAG, call (541)265-7194, email: [email protected] the Blue Scorcher in Astoria. 503.468.0308 JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com 8 Taizé Ecumenical Service UNIONTOWN At Grace Episcopal Church WARD 1 Sing in Grace By PAMELAAstoria Mattson Mcdon Cityald Council

The Harbor and Clatsop CASA Team up for Sexual Assault Awareness Month Oped By Christopher Paddon STREET SPOTLIGHT and Child Abuse Prevention Month. SMART METERS: “Opt Out” “STREET SPOTLIGHT”IS A PERIODIC a costly option SERIES AIMING TO SHARE VOICES PACIFIC POWER is planning to install “smart” meters in Clatsop County beginning this month. AND STORIES OF CITIZENS OF THE Many residents do not want these meters and wish to opt out. However, the Oregon Public Utilities NORTH COAST WHO ARE HOMELESS Commission has allowed Pacific Power to charge such residents an exorbitant “Opt Out” fee in OR UNSTABLY HOUSED AND LIVING direct violation of existing Oregon State laws. California utility customers are charged an Opt-Out ON THE STREETS OR CAMPING. fee, but it is less than one-third what Pacific Power charges, financial assistance is available, and it is discontinued after 3 years. No such option has been afforded Oregon residents. Whether or not residents want these meters will be mostly irrelevant due to the $20 billion behind implementation of a “smart” grid, “smart” appliances, the Internet of Things and 5G throughout the state, the nation and the world. There are many reasons why residents want to Opt Out when (and if) they get the facts: A Young Writer Sets • According to the ACLU, digital electronic smart meters are surveillance devices and violate our 4th Amendment right to privacy in our home, guaranteed under the United States Constitution. Her Sights On Giving Story and Photo by • All portions of the political spectrum agree choice without penalty regarding installations on Kaisa Schlarb one’s private property is about residents’ basic property rights. Voice to Community • Smart meters are a fire hazard, and such devices have been responsible for thousands of fires AT 22, JUSTINE reads more mature than her someone slashed the tent Justine was camping and explosions. Unlike standard analog meters, they use a varistor,an inferior surge protection years, and admits she doesn’t relate to those in in and destroyed most of her gear. Thankfully, component which makes them prone to catch fire in the event of a power line surge, such as those her age group who are still in a “wild and imma- the community responded by replacing what routinely experienced on Oregon’s coast during winter. ture” phase. She’s already been through that. was needed, but the effort to start over is taxing. • Smart meters expose occupants to unwanted electromagnetic radiation substantially linked to With her black cat Cybele on her shoulder and Shortly after this experience, someone let her cat health problems. her partner’s dog under foot, Justine and I talk out of her new tent and it was missing for over a o The bursts of microwave radiation emitted by their antennas was classified by the World about her experiences living homeless in Astoria month. Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as a Group 2B human and her hometown of Spokane, her insights on When she put up “missing cat” fliers, she carcinogen. Another recent study (2016) by the National Institutes of Health supported human the issue, and her goals for the future. carefully chose language to avoid outing herself epidemiological findings on RF radiation and brain tumor risk. Justine first experienced homelessness in as homeless, for fear people would judge her for o An open letter published in Canada and signed by over 50 scientists and medical profes- Spokane, in the 3rd grade, when the owner of having an animal or believe it was her fault the sionals discusses why the Precautionary Principle is warranted to reduce exposure to the biologi- the house her family rented sold it on short- cat was lost. cally inappropriate microwave radiation from wireless smart meters. notice. They were able to stay with friends for a Similar concerns surfaced when she applied o Daniel Hirsch, a lecturer and expert in nuclear policy at University of California, Santa Cruz stint- Justine slept in a boat in the garage while for her current job delivering papers for the (UCSC), has written a report that reveals smart meters emit 160 times more cumulative whole body her brother slept outside in a tent. Daily Astorian. She wasn’t sure if it was safe to exposure than cell phones. See also this report by the RF Safety Network. She calls her mother the rock of her family be forthcoming about her situation, and if she o Microwave radiation such as emitted by smart meters has also been found to adversely af- growing up. “She was a mamma bear, she used got the job, could she deliver all of the papers fect wildlife, particularly our threatened bee populations. to take people in who were less fortunate.” She without a car? Would she have to buy her own • Smart meters have overcharged customers by inaccurately representing usage, not experi- adds, “Not that we were doing especially well.” cart to make deliveries on foot? “I didn’t know enced with analog meters. They consume more electricity than a standard analog meter to operate After her family split up in high school, it was they gave you a satchel,” she laughs. their computer, display and transmitter. There are estimates that the extra electrical consumption increasingly difficult for her to focus on school. Justine loves her job delivering the paper, tries Depressed while being forced to live with her costs homeowners approximately $10 per month. If installed countywide, they could increase to learn where each person likes to have their father, Justine found community among other system-wide consumption of electricity, contrary to our goal of conserving power and reducing paper placed, and gets her deliveries done early. teens living on the streets. “I felt more love and carbon emissions. “Lots of people on my route love me,” she says. acceptance meeting other homeless kids in • Smart meters and the “smart grid” are vulnerable to opening a new portal to hackers and oth- For the holidays, she hand-wrote Christmas cards Spokane, it felt better than at home.” ers who wish to disrupt services. with inspirational quotes to give to her custom- At 18, she began hitchhiking and getting • Smart meters in Clatsop County will eliminate at least six full-time jobs that are sorely needed ers, and enjoys the opportunity to build rapport exposure to other places before finding home in our rural community. One of the jobs currently handled by Pacific Power’s meter readers is flag- in the community. in Astoria. She likes the small-town atmosphere ging for emergency crews during power outage repairs. Elimination of these jobs is meant to be Delivering the Daily A also brings her in closer and the ability to know so many people on a covered by crews from Portland, but getting such crews here to the coast during our winter storms proximity to one of her greatest passions: writ- will prove challenging and could well result in delays to service restoration for local residents. first name basis. With few resources or safety nets aiding her into adulthood, Justine has been ing. Lighting up when she talks about this, she These are some of the reasons people want to Opt Out. But, $432 per year plus $75 the first explains that her goal is to write essays on local year is exorbitant, uncalled for and, for most people, takes the “option” out of “Opt Out”. The mostly sleeping out-of-doors. “I read this quote in the LA Times,” she tells issues; she wants to use her voice to make a choice in this matter is vitally important, to protect our health, jobs, basic freedom and property difference. rights, Oregonians need to secure the right to Opt Out of the Pacific Power smart meter installa- me. “This guys said something like, ‘people see homelessness as a lack of personal effort, when it She is interested in starting a blog about the tion program without prohibitive surcharges? is actually a lack of personal privilege.’” experience of transitioning from homelessness This resonates for her as a rebuttal to the into housing; a platform to share her experi- • Towns and counties throughout Oregon and California have enacted various types of legisla- belief that people experience homelessness ences and perspective. Believing that people tion to slow installations until residents can have more information and to make opting-out afford- because of a personal shortcoming. Justine really do want to show support for those who able to everyone, identifies this thinking as a defensive, distancing are struggling, she thinks the community can do • Several Oregon counties are working together to better inform residents and protect their rights strategy. “Some people have to believe others more to channel that compassion into meaning- • Residents can visit the websites below for more information lack something, so they can believe it won’t hap- ful change. Columbia River Estuary Action Team pen to them. Nobody wants to think there is a Justine’s own transition out of homelessness is ASTORIA-CLATSOP COUNTY INFORMATIONAL MEETING flaw in the way they live.” on the immediate horizon. With the help of Clat- Citizen rights activists Randall and Cindy Barrett of Center Point, OR will speak at She continues, “The problems homeless sop Community Action, she is weeks away from an informational meeting mid-February. Location and Date: TBA - Watch the local media. people experience are the same as the work- being housed. She is looking for a second job to Electromagnetic Radiation Safety Website: saferermr.com ing class: addiction, depression, mental health complement paper delivery, and is looking to go Stopsmartmeters.org issues, illness in families, financial issues. Its just back to school, setting a high bar for herself to Emfsafetynetwork.org some people are inside and some are outside.” match her potential. Emfresearch.com There is, however, a difference in vulner- The next time we hear from Justine, hopefully ability with no safe place to live. In September, she’ll be telling her own story.

9 JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com INCO NEWS Indivisible SPEAK TRUTH North Coast Oregon by Laura Allen Enjoy the serenity of our gardens, wooded paths, sauna, yurt and bhuddas . . . At the 2018 Golden Globes Awards, Oprah Winfrey Speaking truth to power doesn’t have to be a . . . in Nahcotta, Washington said, “Speaking your truth is the most powerful tool movement. You can speak truth to power, speak on Sandridge Road, we all have.” Oprah is not suggesting that speaking truth, in your own family, among your friends or just south of Bay Avenue INCO EVENTS JAN 2019 overlooking willapa bay “your truth” means it’s okay to make up things that coworkers, and in your community. This is how have happened to you. Nor does she mean you can domestic violence is brought to light, by someone “women have been central to the environ- state your opinions and call them “your truth.” She speaking their truth, speaking truth, to a teacher, mental movement and our understanding of INCO Advocacy Team ecology since its earliest stirrings and fragile means we should no longer stay silent about true friend, or doctor. It is how bullying is stopped, by beginnings in the 19th century” Wednesday, Jan. 2, 6:30 pm events that have left us or others hurt, powerless, someone speaking their truth, speaking truth, to a Excerpted from “Rachel Carson and Seaside Library Board Room fearful. family member or teacher. Her Sisters” by Robert K. Musil At the heart of speaking your truth is honesty. These days the truth is under particular siege. At Singer/songwriter Sara Bareilles summed it up in this writing, the Washington Post reports Donald INCO Astoria Community Group her song, BRAVE. Trump as president has told 6,000 + lies to the pub- Saturday, Jan. 5, 1 pm And since your history of silence won’t do you lic. We are used to politicians’ lies. But Trumpism any good…Why don’t you tell them the truth?.... (you can find the definition in the Urban dictionary) Street 14 Café, Astoria And let the words fall out, honestly…. I wanna see has taken us down a rabbit hole to a world of “fake you be brave.” news” and “alternative facts.” This past summer INCO Warrenton Speaking your truth is about claiming your Trump gave his supporters an Orwellian decree, Community Group Meeting power. It is speaking truth to power. “Just remember, what you are seeing and what you Bayard Rustin, an American civil rights leader, is are reading is not what’s happening….Just stick Saturday, Jan. 5, 11:30 am generally credited with coining the phrase “speak with us.” Dooger’s, Warrenton truth to power.” In a 1942 letter contained in a col- But as President John Adams said, “Facts are lection of his writings titled “I Must Resist,” Rustin stubborn things,” and no one can “alter the state states “speak the truth to power.” In a 1955 book of facts and evidence,” no matter how much they INCO Seaside-Gearhart co-authored with Ruskin, the Quakers used the try. Many in the press and otherwise have done a Tuesday, Jan. 8, 6:30 – 8 pm phrase as a call to stand firm against authoritarian masterful job of calling out Trump’s lies, half-truths, Email [email protected] for location governments. and baseless accusations and personal attacks. We Today, speaking truth to power—speaking can all speak truth to dispel the intolerance, fear, www.mobydickhotel.com 360-665-4543 or 1-800-673-6145 your truth—as Oprah said, also means speaking and division sown by Trumpist lies. What better INCO Vote the Future Team up to those whose behavior, demands, or even foil to Trumpism than speaking your truth, speak- Wednesday, Jan. 16, 6:30 – 8 pm words have caused pain, fear, and oppression. ing truth. As Oprah told us, it’s the “most powerful Seaside Library Board Room The #metoo movement is an example of speaking tool” we have. truth to power. So are the movements to promote Join Indivisible North Coast Oregon (INCO) on INCO Book Club respect and equal rights for the LGBTQ community, January 19, 2019 for the Speak Truth Regional Sum- Wednesday, Jan. 16, 6:30 pm stop racist intolerance, or end gun violence. Each mit and Women’s March. Details at www.incoregon. Last Call for Liberty person in these movements has a story, a truth, that org. when told, can change hearts and minds. It’s a lot Email [email protected] for location harder for abuse and oppression to continue when Laura Allen is a member of Indivisible North Coast the truth about it is told. Oregon and retired attorney who lives in Seaside. Speak Truth | INCO Regional Summit Saturday, Jan. 19, 8:30 am - noon Lovell Showroom, 464 14th St., Astoria

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IN REVEIW: New Book by Angela Sidlo By Kaisa Schlarb SING WITH THE NC CHORALE Aromatherapy For Menopause Success: 100 Essential Oil Recipes To Reclaim Your Vibrancy

A NEW YEAR is upon us with new opportunities. Do you like to “When our bodies Sidlo, who is also the Or- sing? On January 10th, North Coast Chorale (NCC) will start its new experience an egon director for the National season of fun, comradery, a little work and, of course, lots of singing. essential oil, it’s like Association of Aromathera- This term, the Chorale will meet each Thursday at 6:45 p.m. in the pists, provides guidance and an orchestra full of Performing Arts Center, 588 Franklin in Astoria. safety recommendations for NCC will begin by preparing for its Spring Concert entitled, “Songs musical instruments personal use of essential oils of the Earth”, to be presented on May 17th and 19th. This concert’s all playing the as well as a Resource List to featured piece is by Hal Eastburn with Native American instruments, same piece of mu- find trusted, quality ingredi- narration and music from indigenous peoples. sic,” says Aroma- ents. “I believe in sourcing The Chorale is looking for singers in all four parts with all levels of therapist Angela oils from small companies talent, including students with strong voices in grades 7-12, senior that take care of the purity of citizens and those in between. Clatsop Community College students Sidlo, in her book, their product with no middle can earn credits while singing as a member of NCC. MUS 134-E1. Aromatherapy For man,” she explains. Mountain No auditions – just come and see what fun it is to learn new choral Menopause Rose Herbs, in Eugene, OR skills and perform for the community. Anyone interested is encour- Success: 100 is a regionally local herb and aged to take part. For more information, please contact our Director, Denise at 503-338-8403 or NCC President, Cheryl at 503-791-5681. essential oil source she directs Essential Oil North Coast Chorale receives support from Oregon Arts Commis- clients and readers to. Recipes To sion, a state agency funded by the State of Oregon. Reclaim Your No one healing modality is a cure-all, but works in combination with other health supporting measures. “Aromatherapy has trans- Little Bird Parent-Child Music Class Vibrancy. formed how I take care of my body on a daily basis. It bridges Also a Certified the gaps of my foundational lifestyle habits of nutrition, exercise, Health Coach, Reflexologist and Reiki Master, Sidlo stress management, sleep and meditation,” Sidlo explains. is the owner of Waves of Change Wellness in Astoria, where she Through her business, Sidlo is able to offer multiple avenues of offers her services. support to for clients to make these lifestyle shifts, from personal When seeking care for her own health issues during peri- coaching, online meditations and resources offered on her web- menopause and menopause within western medicine, Sidlo site, AngeloSidlo.com, and group online classes. experienced the increasingly familiar narrative of being turfed to UPCOMING CLASS: specialists who were unable to get to the root of her issues. In “Hormone Balance Detox,” a 14- her case, referrals to a rheumatologist and a gynecologist lead day, Dr. approved program to “reset hormones, increase to a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, a smattering of medications with energy, lose weight and feel vibrant again.” The price is negative side effects, and a recommendation to use Crisco as a $97 per person, and the class begins on Monday January personal lubricant. THIS PARENT-CHILD music class is based on the idea that children are 14th. http://aromatherapy-works-store.com/14-day-hor- naturally musical. If exposed to rhythm, song, and dance from an early These disappointing experiences led her to take charge of her mone-balance-detox-program/ age, they can more easily develop their natural musicality and future own health, and she spent several years of research and trial-and- interest in learning to sing and play instruments. error before discovering essential oils, meditation, reflexology Here’s an example of an aromatherapy recipe that In this class all sing, play, and dance together. You will learn songs and health coaching. Now free from her previous symptoms, can be used by anyone: and musical games that will nurture your child’s creativity and musical Sidlo has grown her practice to focus on reclaiming vibrancy growth. through menopause. Sleep Ease Aroma Inhaler Children, like adults can develop their capacity and appreciation for Menopause, or the cessation of menstruation, is often char- music in a warm, playful, and calm setting. Parents are encouraged to acterized by symptoms such as irritation, brain fog, hot flashes, Use throughout the evening to achieve the restful sleep you join in to model participation for their children, and as the series builds bloating and depression, but as Sidlo explains in her book, need at bedtime. on itself, watch as the children delight in the familiarity of the songs. “menopause is neither a diagnosis nor a disease!” Based on her Enjoy the experience of connecting with your child through music, and experiences, she sees hormone imbalance as an often over- Materials: take that experience home with you when you go! looked topic by western medicine when looking for relief from blank inhaler Appropriate for children from infancy to age four with an adult, health symptoms of all kinds. small glass mixing bowl from babies-in-arms to jumping toddlers. The call in the book’s title to “reclaim vibrancy” acknowledges Taught by musician and music teacher Gabrielle Macrae. the ways in which the life cycles of the female body has been Ingredients: About Gabrielle Macrae: Gabrielle grew up in a musical family in Portland and has been play- culturally defined as a negative experience. To reclaim the power 2 drops Sweet Marjoram (origanum marjorana) ing music for most of her life. She began teaching Appalachian string and joy of the “wisdom years” is a kind of revolution, described 2 drops Neroli (Citrus aurantium) in some of her literature as a “menopause success uprising.” band music over ten years ago as part of an after-school program for 3 drops Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) low-income elementary school students in rural North Carolina. She Her book describes what essential oils are and how they inter- 4 drops Linden blossom (Tilia vulgaris) went on to teach early childhood music programs in Portland with act with the endocrine system, also identifying the hormones that Heart in Hand Preschool and Frog Song Preschool. Gabrielle has can get out of balance during menopause and their associated Directions: Mix oils together in small bowl and dip cotton wick worked in Portland Public Schools leading workshops on traditional symptoms. She maps and identifies essential oils to support the into the mixture and let it absorb the oil blend. Place wick in- Appalachian music and dance. She plays fiddle, banjo, and guitar and cessation of symptoms associated with hormone imbalance, and side the blank inhaler and cap. Remove lid and place in nostril has taught and performed at numerous music camps and festivals follows with the 100 recipes mentioned in the title. The essen- (closing off other nostril) and take several slow deep breaths. across the country as well as in Great Britain and Ireland. tial oil blends she shares are intended to mitigate a variety of Repeat in other nostril. Use inhaler several times per hour Location: Riverszen Yoga Studio 1406 Marine Drive, Astoria, Or- symptoms, from anxiety reduction, to hair regrowth, to preparing throughout the evening before bedtime. egon 97103 a more thoughtful, hazelnut oil-based lubricant. There is ample When: Monday mornings 11:15am to 12pm, January 7th through space included for note taking and engaging with the experience February 25th. of trying out different remedies. Aromatherapy For Menopause Success: is available Cost: Drop-in $12 per class, or $80 for the full eight-week session. While the book, which she calls the “first in a menopause locally at Lucy’s Books, Designing Health Wellness This is for two people, one child and one parent. success series,” serves a specific audience, even those haven’t or Center in Astoria, Kit’s Apothecary in Astoria, Beach If you have more than one child, there is a family rate of $15 drop-in won’t experience menopause, can learn more about hormones Books in Seaside, and available on Amazon, a Kindle per class, for up to three children with one adult, or $100 for the eight- and aromatherapy as a modality in this accessible guide. week session. version is available as well. To register for the series or a drop-in class email Gabrielle at [email protected]

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TEARS BY KATHERINE LACAZE OF A CLOWN TEARS OF La Voz de la Comunidad

A CLOWN “A lot of the people from the community started feeling like, ‘hey, we’re a part of this, too, and her coming to us signifies she Opening actually does care about the Hispanic community,’” Gutierrez Reception said. He stresses to Latinx community members that if they want Sat. Jan 12 to see change or get more involved, they must initiate it—the 5-8:30pm Hispanic Council can’t do it for them, although they can pro- vide tools and support. Now, heading into 2019, Gutierrez said, mcvarishgallery.com “we have people that feel ready to start getting more involved, 160 Tenth St., Astoria McVarish Gallery (503)-298-1690 whether it be through boards, commissions, things like that.” They recognize, he added, “if we want our voices heard, we need to put ourselves out there.” Ahead of last year’s midterm elections, La Voz worked along- side Indivisible North Coast Oregon and other pro-immigration groups to rally, canvass and educate Hispanic residents about Measure 105, a ballot measure that would have repealed a state acific sanctuary law (ORS 181A.820), passed in 1987, that forbids state agencies, including law enforcement, from using state resources Pro Realty or personnel to detect or apprehend persons whose only viola- P tion pertains to federal immigration law. The Hispanic Council found the ballot measure particularly concerning, said La Voz de la Comunidad assistant Minerva, who wished to be identified only by her first name. The repeal would have let law enforcement officers target residents based merely on skin color, stereotyping them regard- less of citizenship, Minerva said, adding, “That’s not right to do to anybody.” The measure’s language was confusing, even to native La Voz at the INCO Defeat 105 Rally English speakers, so La Voz helped educated Latinx residents on how it would affect them, encouraging them to vote “no” on the applicant would likely depend on public cash assistance or need measure. long-term medical care at the government’s expense. Under the Additionally, La Voz sets up classes and brings in lawyers to proposed rule, the list of public benefits that count against an Real People. Real Service. help educate Hispanic residents about their rights. immigrant would significantly expand and include those that sup- Real Estate. “We try to help that way so people are informed what they can port mixed-immigration status families. do and how they can be prepared for whatever situation comes “It has been a very big warning light in people’s minds about 503-468-0915 up,” Minerva said. “If people are informed about laws and how what can happen here,” Hernandez said, adding undocumented the government works, they can follow the rules and be at peace citizens are worried about which public assistance—not just for www.PacificProHomes.com them but also dependents—might negatively affect their ability 211 12th Street Astoria, Oregon with everybody. We are neighbors, and we can take care of each other.” to acquire legal status. As a public health employee, Hernandez also assures Latinx Public health is not the only area where Latinx community clients they are safe and she will be the first person to alert them members face barriers, which also exist in the social, education to a policy change and economic spheres. A least partially, that disparity can be that puts them at traced back to Oregon’s racially questionable history, according risk. For example, to a report titled “Clatsop County Latinos: A Demographic and an emerging threat Economic Profile,” published Aug. 31, 2016, by Portland State HAPPY NEW YEAR! is the U.S. Citizen- University assistant professor Marisa Zapata and doctoral student ship and Immi- Amanda Hudson. gration Services’ Through a myriad of data resources, their report paints a proposed rule, picture of “a young, family-oriented community struggling to find “Inadmissibility affordable and economic opportunities” in Clatsop County, with Pure. Professional. on Public Charge nearly 40 percent of the population younger than 18. Grounds,” which Latinx households have a lower median average income, was open to public $37,000, than white households, $49,000. Meanwhile, according HAPPY comment through to the American Community Survey 5-Year estimates published Dec. 10, 2018. The in 2013, 46 percent of renters and a third of households with complex proposal mortgages were paying more than 35 percent of their monthly % drastically expands household income to cover housing costs, a burden that inhibits OFF the definition of residents from achieving long-term financial stability, purchasing a home, and providing for their children. In-Store purchases only what it means to 10 be a public charge. Latinxs experience these challenges at disproportionate rates. 10% Senior/Veteran/Military Discount Everyday Currently, the gov- While 64 percent of the white population reported residing in 1444 Commercial Street Mon-Sat: 9am-9:45pm ernment prohibits owner-occupied housing, only 27 percent of Latinxs did. The Astoria • 503.468.0881 Sunday: 9am-9pm immigrants on pub- other 73 percent were renters. Minerva, the LCHC’s La Voz de la lic charge grounds “With most Latinos living as renters, concerns about landlord Live Menu available at www.sweetrelief420.com Comunidad Assistant. if they believe the exploitation, safe housing, and language and culturally ap-

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propriate service provision become ever more important,” Zapata “We’re always working to try to address those things,” Brown mid-November 2016 and Hudson write. said, adding one of the main goals identified in the district’s re- and the start of 2017. Additionally, according to the 2013 survey, 29.7 percent of all cently adopted strategic plan is equity, “which means every child She chalks up the Latinxs were living below poverty compared to 15.1 percent of the gets what they need, as opposed to equality, where everybody urgency to people white population. On the flip side, the countywide unemployment gets the same thing.” feeling nervous rate for Hispanics was 6.3 percent, compared to 9.9 percent for Ryan Stanley, the coordinator for Juntos, a program offered by about the new ad- the white population. Latinx residents, however, were more likely Oregon State University that empowers 8th- to 12th-graders to ministration, adding, to have low-wage employment with little to no benefits, such as finish high school and pursue higher education, said they try to “Their fears were not work around the limited availability and strenuous work schedules unfounded.” of many Latinx families. However, in She tries to remind Clatsop County, which was introduced the Hispanic citizens to the program only about a year and a she works with, “You half ago, participation has been low, al- are safe here,” and though the school districts themselves the staff is trained to supported the program. handle those con- LCHC Exec. Dir. Jorge Gutierrez Education is another area the His- cerns, so people are not deterred from seeking important public panic Council is getting more actively health services because of fear. involved with. Not only does the orga- “Still, we can’t give them that peace of mind that something is nization’s board have representation not going to happen outside the door,” she said. from the three local school districts, Gutierrez is of a different opinion. At least for the people who but they also worked with the district were already becoming active, “it’s encouraged them to become to apply for a grant to hire Maritza more involved,” he said. Romero as the Family Engagement In early 2017, when the Astoria City Council adopted a resolu- Manager, Early Learning & K-12. Since tion of inclusivity as a response to Trump’s hardline anti-immi- fall 2018, she has worked to identify gration stance, about 30 members of the Hispanic community the cultural barriers preventing parents showed up. from engaging with the school systems “It was pretty awesome, because it was like, ‘hey, this is a really and train parents to become advocates scary time, and ideally, you could just lay low,’ but people said, for their children’s education. Her work ‘no, we want our City Council and our neighbors to know we are has produced positive results already, here,’” Gutierrez said. “I was blown away at that.” which provides “a great example of He also referenced the ample participation in canvassing, pass- what can happen when we do have the ing out flyers, and holding rallies to oppose Measure 105 that resources,” Gutierrez said. took place ahead of the 2018 election. According to research conducted “It was something that wouldn’t have happened three or four Dia de los Muertos celebration held Saturday, Oct. 27, in Astoria. by the Juntos team, some of main obstacles to participation in their programs included the language years ago, but now people are really motivated to do that,” he service occupations, transportation and material moving. said. “It’s important for people to know there are things happen- As Hernandez and Minerva pointed out, when parents are work- barrier; poverty, or parents working multiple jobs and not having time; and discrimination. Juntos program participants, not just ing behind the scene, and if people want to help, I’m sure there ing hard to support their families—sometimes two to three jobs at are ways they can plug into some of the work that is happening.” a time— it can impact their ability to engage not only in civic life, in Clatsop County but statewide, reported feeling they were dis- but also social gatherings, classes, workshops, or other programs. criminated against in numerous facets of daily life, which obstructs When deciding between attending a class and going to work, them from accessing resources and feeling supported. there is not much choice involved. Minerva, who worked various jobs in the hospitality industry for about 20 years before joining the Hispanic Council in 2018, said “It was an objective when they came here, to make some she has identified discrimination in her former line of work. In her money, to help their family back at home, or to have better re- experience, the Hispanic employees were often the first laid off if sources for family here,” Hernandez said. “The only thing we can a business was cutting employment. do as citizens and community members is to make sure their kids “We are in the back of the house always, so that’s why we will get involved, that their kids will have a different life.” don’t show up a lot,” she said. “We are cleaning rooms or in the Minerva agreed younger people are a game-changer. kitchens.” “It’s important for the kids to know what is going on with the She also feels Latinx people are disadvantaged by the language public decisions,” she said. barrier or a lack of accessible interpretation when dealing with Even that goal, though, requires at least some participation healthcare professionals, law enforcement officers and other indi- from parents, a challenge faced by school districts and partnering viduals who can greatly impact their wellbeing. Additionally, she organizations alike. doesn’t feel the Hispanic population is weighed appropriate in lo- “We are trying to find the magic key to get parents—all par- cal policy decisions. That’s where La Voz de la Comunidad comes ents, but particularly Latinx parents—into the schools and finding in. This group of “normal people who want to be respected and ways they feel like they can volunteer and things like that, even if noticed and more involved in positions in the community” is tak- language is a barrier,” said Sande Brown, Seaside School District’s ing action to have the Hispanic community properly represented, Director of Curriculum and English Language Development Coor- Minerva said. dinator. Granted, she feels there is apprehension among the Latinx pop- The district and schools strive to make information accessible to ulation about being engaged or involved, because of the current families by sharing it in Spanish. They also provide interpreters for administration and the racism perpetuated by President Trump. parent-teacher conferences at the elementary schools. Numerous Hernandez agreed there is a general sense of people believing, staff members are bilingual. Yet, an achievement gap between “’If I’m invisible, it’s so much better,’” which is a shame since she Latinx students and white students still exists in terms of stan- feels they had previously “made great strides.” People were more dardized testing scores, graduation rates, and obtaining higher confident, more involved, and more present. After the 2016 presi- education. dential, Hernandez was asked to officiate 15 weddings between Article PHOTOS courtesy LCHC 13 JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com Hoffman Center PLATE INVITATIONAL through December

ART ON SCANDI PARK Design Approved - Join the ASHA for Fort George Benefit Night AVA Open House The public is invited to attend Astoria Visual Arts Art- and some hoopla ists’ Reception + Open House on FRIDAY, JANUARY Jan 29 11, 6-9pm. Celebrate AVA’s member-artists and the opening of the new AVA Gallery with an evening of art, music, conversation, food, beer and wine! ASTORIA Scandinavian Heritage Asso- ciation (ASHA) members are celebrat- AVA has joined the Astoria Studio Collective in trans- ing as the Astoria City Council, City forming the historic Van Dusen Building into a bona-fide of Astoria Parks and Rec Board, and artists hub. Come check out AVA’s new space, visit with the Historic Landmarks Commission some of your favorite artists, and celebrate the New Year recently gave approval for the design artfully. of a park to be built on the Astoria Riverwalk to honor the hardships and The new AVA space is located at the corner of 10th contributions of early Scandinavian and Duane in Astoria. immigrants to the fabric of our North Coast community. Design approval was a result of a three-year process including input from Scandinavian lodges and the general public and the design talents of the West Studio of Seattle Washington as landscape architects. Astoria Visual Arts a-i-r Early park concept exploration was funded by the Oregon Community Foundation but most of Winter-Spring Term 2019 $200,000 to cover architectural and engineering costs came from local donors and subsequent AVA’s Artist-in-Residence Program grants from the Astoria Sunday Market, the Pacific Power Foundation, the Samuel S. Johnson entering its Fourth Year Foundation, the Finlandia Foundation Columbia Pacific Chapter, and the Oregon Cultural Trust. Construction costs are estimated at $980,000 and major fundraising efforts are underway. Astoria Visual Arts announces two exceptional in Thailand local artists working in two downtown studios from where she had The Fort George Brewery will host a benefit night for the Astoria Scandinavian Heritage Park January through April as part of the AVA artist-in- on January 29 from 4-9 PM. ASHA will provide a silent auction, live music with the Polka Dots her first solo ex- residence (AVA a-i-r) program. hibition before (duo accordions and bass), performance AVA a-i-r’s newest resident artists are Celeste and participatory dance with the Nordic returning to the Endlich and Sally Lackaff. Endlich is an emerging coast. Endlich Viking Scandia Dancers, a visit by the artist new to Astoria but not to the North Coast. A Astoria Scan Fest Troll, Scandinavian finds inspiration majority of her most recent work is done as black in by geom- trivia contests, and an Ole and Sven joke and white line drawings on circular canvases, but contest. A percentage of sales for the etry, patterns, Celeste Endlich she also likes to paint with watercolors and draw space, and the natural world. And, she says, she is evening will benefit ASHA park efforts. with charcoal. Endlich frequently explores themes Carruthers Restaurant in downtown looking forward to participating in the Astoria arts of mental community. Astoria will sponsor a “Scandelicious” health, iden- multi-course feast on March 16 to benefit Sally Lackaff, a native of Clatsop County, is a tity, and the self-taught illustrator and author. A childhood ASHA and the park. Details will be re- human experi- leased soon. More information about the spent traveling Europe and an endless fascination ence. Her work with Nature helped shape her sensibilities. Since park is available at www.astoriascanpark. is both serious org including a link for online donations. age 18, Lackaff has built an enjoyable, if delicately and playful balanced, career around art and gardening. Some and incor- highlights include illustrating over ten books, porates dark designing logos and painting signs for businesses humor. The from Manzanita to Astoria, filling prominent past two years restrooms with murals, and writing and illustrating Brad Creel she has been interpretive signage. She lives in Astoria with her working and artist/musician husband, Roger Hayes. and the Reel Deel living abroad Hoffman Center Sally Lackaff Jan 12 HEARING Brad Creel & the Reel Coastal Oregon Artist Residency Deel is like listening to a John CALL FOR ARTISTS Prine album while Merle Hag- During their residencies, artists have weekday gard is cooking in the kitchen, scavenging privileges at the Astoria Transfer Station Recology Western Oregon (RWO) and Astoria Visual Gram Parsons is on the front and access to a studio space at RWO’s Warrenton Arts (AVA) are pleased to announce the fourth round porch, and bigfoot is dancing in office. RWO encourages artists to spend roughly 20 of the Coastal Oregon Artist Residency Program. the front yard. As the Orego- hours per week on their art projects. RWO and AVA aim to support the creation of art nian put it, Brad’s songs offer, from recycled, repurposed and discarded materi- Eligibility “barbed sentiments served up als recovered from the Recology Astoria Recycling The Coastal Oregon Artists Residency is open to with deft holy-tonk touches”. Depot and Transfer Station. The Residency provides local, career-level artists living in Clatsop and Tilla- In 2008, Portland singer-songwriter Brad Creel released “Reveeled,” a collection of smart and the two selected artists with access to discarded ma- mook Counties in Oregon and Pacific and Wahkia- funny acoustic folk tunes. With the Reel Deel performing this material, the group created what can terials, a stipend of $1,000 per month for 4 months, kum Counties in Washington who are working in any only be described as a unique country sound called, “Lava Lamp Country”. These songs showcase studio space at RWO’s Warrenton-based facility and, style or medium. Applications are not accepted from Brad’s singular ability to translate life’s more difficult moments into laugh-out-loud humor. Other at the close of the residency, a public exhibition in artists who reside a driving distance of more than CD’s released by Brad include the 2010 country rock CD, “Probably Not”, and the eclectic, “Time Astoria. one hour from the RWO Astoria Transfer Station. & the Road”, released in 2015. By supporting artists who work with recycled ma- Previous COAR participants are not eligible to apply. The Reel Deel band members include veteran country rock drummer Bob Hawkins, swing/ terials, RWO and AVA hope to encourage the public rock lead guitarist Mike Moore, and multi-instrumentalist Ben Grosscup on bass. Come see why to conserve natural resources and promote new ways The application deadline is March 31, 2019. Email the Willamette Week stated that Brad Creel & the Reel Deel’s “songs will keep you laughing and of thinking about art and the environment. Two four- [email protected] for a full application listening”, and the Portland Mercury said that, “Brad is gifted with the pen, punchline and guitar”. month residencies will commence on Saturday, June prospectus. Saturday, Jan 12, 7pm, $10 Cash at the door. 594 Laneda Ave in Manzanita 1, 2019 and end on Monday, September 30, 2019.

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Exploring New Surfaces Leah Kohlenberg at Fairweather New works by Pdx artist Leah Kohlenberg are featured at Fairweather Gallery in Seaside. The work inspired by the Oregon coast uses raw brush work and unexpected colors to focus on the initial power that comes from the first artistic impressions. An experienced painter for over 18 years Kohlenberg also teaches drawing to many local professional groups. Artists also included in this exhibit–Canadian abstract artist Carmela Newstead, and longtime coastal painter Kathy Moberg, use either new materials or techniques to amplify the meaning in the content of their work—adding or embedding new materials to the surface creates surprise, and occasionally deeper interpretation and understanding of the subject. AgF Fairweather Gallery is located at 612 Broadway, Seaside OR. ART ON NE MAN ON STAGE with a guitar COAST COMUNITY Ocan change the world. That’s the way it is with world-renowned singer- RADIO BENEFIT January Calendar songwriter John Gorka, who’s been stopping audiences in their tracks with JAN 17 his magical take on contemporary folk music since the 1980s. THE PAC Wednesday 9 It all began in a place called Godfrey HAPPENING Daniels Coffee House in Bethlehem, HAPPENING Forest Management Seminar. Learn how industrial Pennsylvania, where Gorka worked Night of All Knowledge Trivia Tournament. A free and forest practices are undermining Oregon’s climate doing sound, after graduating from fun team trivia event. 6pm at the Seaside Library. agenda. Speakers: Environmental Economist Dr. Moravian College, where he studied LECTURE John Talberth, and Climate Justice Advocate Daphne Wysham. Doors open 6:30pm, Presentation history and philosophy. “The people I The World of Haystack Rock. Oregon’s Razor Clam at 7pm. FREE. CCC, Columbia Hall in Astoria. wanted to be like were the performers Resource. With Matt Hunter. 7pm at the Cannon Beach I saw at Godfrey Daniels coffeehouse, Library. Community Dance. A community dance event for people with disabilities, friends, and families. Win- who I thought were making better THEATER ter theme, wearing white or blue is encouraged. music than I heard on radio or saw on The Fourposter. The Case for the Double Bed. Readers Free, 6 – 8pm at the Astoria Middle School. television. They were not superstars NEW FOLK ARTIST JOHN GORKA theater. $15, 7pm in the McTavish Room at the Liberty Don’t Let the Bastards Grind You Down DJ Dance but they were making a living out of Theater in Astoria. Party. $5 - $10 suggested donation. 9pm at the the music they were creating, selling as motion. Travels inspired tracks like the New Mexico- Labor Temple in Astoria. record albums out of the trunk of their car,” said Gorka in backdropped “Arroyo Seco,” while the tender, beautifully Thursday 10 THEATER a recent interview. Inspired to seek the musician’s path, fingerpicked “Blues With a Rising Sun” recounts a letter LECTURE A Nice Family Christmas. Comedy. $15, 7:30pm at Gorka recorded his first album in 1987, and today with 11 Gorka once wrote to aging blues legend Son House. Nature Matters. Tidal Rock Project: Interacting in Theater West in Lincoln City. critically acclaimed albums, and at the age of 60, he’s on a Gorka reteamed with his 2010 “Red Horse” collaborators Green Space. With Jessica Schleif. Free, 7pm in the Fort full roster tour. Lucy Kaplansky and Eliza Gilkyson; “The Ballad of Iris & George Lovell Showroom. Saturday 12 Gorka’s iconic ballads on life, love and flying horses will Pearl,” a jaunty country imagining of “unsung heroes of touch your heart and soul, make you rethink your assump- THEATER MUSIC the music world” that namechecks A.P. and Sara Carter The Fourposter. The Case for the Double Bed. Readers Bad Creel and the Reel Deal. $10, 7pm at the Hoff- tions about how things are. His multifaceted songs are full and Bill Monroe, was titled after Gilkyson’s dogs. of depth, beauty and emotion. Rolling Stone magazine theater. $15, 7pm in the McTavish Room at the Liberty man Center in Manzanita. Coast Community Radio listeners often hear Gorka’s Theater in Astoria. called him “the preeminent male singer-songwriter of Samsel. No cover, 7pm at Public Coast Brewing in music on KMUN Astoria 91.9 and KTCB Tillamook 89.5 what has been dubbed the New Folk Movement.” A Nice Family Christmas. Comedy. $15, 7:30pm at Cannon Beach. FM. Seeing him live is another thing entirely – Gorka is as Theater West in Lincoln City. Gorka’s new studio album, TRUE IN TIME, is described The Stumptowners. $25, 7pm in the Lincoln City kind and thoughtful in person as he is in song. as being deep and meaningful with Gorka’s soulful voice, Celeste Endlich Cultural Center. songwriting, and guitar work are given center stage. Friday 11 Tony Furtado. $15, 7pm at the Peninsula Arts Released in January by Red House, his first label, “True Tickets are $20, available at LibertyAstoria.org. Show- Center in Long Beach. MUSIC in Time” is defined by a strong sense of place as well time is 7:30pm. Dave Pollack. No cover, 7pm at the Sand Trap in Green Hills Alone plus Miller Carr. No cover, 8pm at Gearhart. the Sou’wester Lodge in Seaview. HAPPENIING admission fees apply. 10:30am at the Columbia THEATER Jazz Pianist Chris Parker. NYC-based pianist/composer, The Hackles. No cover, 9pm at the Adrift Hotel in Second Saturday Makers Bazaar & Flea Market. River Maritime Museum in Astoria. The Fourposter. The Case for the Double Bed. The Chris Parker Quartet performs at KALA in Astoria. Long Beach. 10am – 3pm at the First Presbyterian Church Readers theater. $15, 7pm in the McTavish Room 8pm. Doors open 7:15pm. Tickets $16. In advance at Midas Digs. $5 cover, 9:30pm at the Labor Temple in Astoria. at the Liberty Theater in Astoria. libertyastoria.org/and at the door. in Astoria. Wednesday 16 LITERATURE A Nice Family Christmas. Comedy. $15, 7:30pm Robert Sarazin. No cover, 9pm at the Adrift Hotel in ART Literary Tea. Enjoy Tea & Scones ($5 per per- MUSIC at Theater West in Lincoln City. Long Beach. Astoria Artwalk. Free, 5 – 8pm at galleries and son). Each author will be reading an excerpt Bruce Thomas Smith. $15, 7pm at the Peninsula ART other businesses n downtown Astoria. from one or more of their books, talking about Arts Center in Long Beach. Friday 18 Opening Reception. Artist Andie Sterling. exhibit Ver- CINEMA their writing process and answering questions. Fox and Bones. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift tellen - an art installation of collected sound, abstract 3:30 – 4:30pm at the La Tea Da Tea Room in MUSIC WaLL-E. Free, 3pm at the Astoria Library. Hotel in Long Beach. Sonny Hess. No cover, 7pm at the Sand Trap in waterscapes and drifting velella. 6 – 9pm in the Art Tillamook. Gearhart. Trailer Gallery at the Sou’wester Lodge in Seaview. FOOD & DRINK LECTURE Wine Tasting. 1 – 4pm at the Cellar on 10th in THEATER The Soul Experience. A musical and spoken AVA Open House. AVA invites the public to celebrate Listening to the Land. Conservation Land and Astoria. A Nice Family Christmas. Comedy. $15, 7:30pm word program presented by Lanicia Williams. the opening of its new gallery space, with live music, Public Access: The Pros and Cons. A discussion at Theater West in Lincoln City. Featuring the Music and stories of Marian food and art, 6-9pm. At the corner of 10th and Duane Lutefisk Oh Lutefisk. Lutefisk Dinner, silent auction, with Katie Volke. 5:30pm at the Seaside Library. raffle. $15 - $25, 1pm at Suomi Hall in Astoria. Anderson, Mahalia Jackson, and Aretha Franklin. in Astoria. Sunday 13 THEATER $20, 7pm at the Hoffman Center in Manzanita. The Fourposter. The Case for the Double Bed. MUSIC Josh Turner. $50 - $65. 8pm at Chinook Winds in The Hackles. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel Readers theater. $15, 7pm in the McTavish Lincoln City. Room at the Liberty Theater in Astoria. in Long Beach. ART Quartetto Gelato. $20 - $40, 7pm at the Liberty Paint & Sip Night. $35, 6:30 – 8:30pm at the “PURPLE HAZE” Theater in Astoria. Thursday 17 Whet Spot in Seaside. SVER! No cover. 8pm at Fort George Brewery & MUSIC HAPPENING Public House in Astoria. Fox and Bones. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Cheap Whiskey and Dirty Jokes. Stand up com- The Hoffman Gallery presents its annual community edy. $5, 8pm at the Labor Temple in Astoria. wide art show: Purple Haze. As the Hoffman Center TUESDAY 15 Hotel in Long Beach. John Gorka. $15, 7pm at the PAC in Astoria. Jeff Smith. Hypnotist and Magician, 9 – 11pm at enters its 15th year of operation, this show has the Adrift Hotel in Long Beach. grown to include 57 North Coast artists from Tilla- MUSIC Whaling and Sailing songs. With folksinger mook and Clatsop Counties participating with more Fox and Bones. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Adam Miller. Free, 7pm at the Seaside Library. THEATER Hotel in Long Beach. A Nice Family Christmas. Comedy. $15, 7:30pm than 120 pieces of art featuring the color purple. LITERARY at Theater West in Lincoln City. HAPPENING The show includes paintings, photography, wood NW Author Series. Fisherpoets Preview. 7pm at sculpture, fiber arts, ceramics and collage. TEN-FIFTEEN series. An hour long performance of creative movement and dance at 10:15am the Cannon Beach Library. Saturday 19 The gallery hours are 1-4 p.m. Friday through Sun- and 8:45pm at Pier Pressure Productions in FOOD & DRINK MUSIC day, starting Jan. 4th. The gallery is free and open Astoria. Eugene Schmuck Foundation Spaghetti Dinner. Eric john Kaiser. No cover, 7pm at Public Coast to the public. 594 Laneda St. in Manzanita LECTURE Plus raffles. $15, wine and beer extra. Raffle Brewing in Cannon Beach. Purple Elephant by Glenna Gray Past to Present Lecture Series. Shipwreck Ar- tickets $5. 5 – 7:30pm at Big Wave Café in Josh Turner. $50 - $65. 8pm at Chinook Winds in chaeology with Christopher Dewey. Museum Manzanita. Lincoln City. cont. p19

15 JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com theater & performance UpComing Shows

VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE at the Coaster Feb 1 - 23 SOME WINTER HILARITY to warm up your attitude, the intense adult themes, mature language and adult situ- Coaster Theater kicks off its 2019 season with fresh com- ations. Pre-teens and teens who watch prime-time TV edy from award-winning playwright Christopher Durang. won’t see much to shock them, but depending on the VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE, with personality and exposure of your children, they may be QUARTETTO GELATO characters and themes inspired by the world of Chek- confused. Your own judgment is the best guide for your at the Liberty Theatre hov, is the Winner of the 2013 Tony Award for Best Play. family. Jan 13 Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home DIRECTOR Susi Brown COSTUMER Judith Light in Bucks County, PA, where they bicker and complain a highly unusual classical quartet LIGHTING DESIGNER Mick Alderman about the mediocrity of their middle-aged lives. When THE LIBERTY THEATRE presents its in 2007 and is still broadcast regu- their successful, movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with CAST: VANYA Rick Gray, SONIA Sheila Shaffer, MASHA second year of classical performances larly. The quartet can be heard on the her new boy toy, the household is thrown into upheaval Gigi Chadwick, SPIKE Daric Moore, NINA Ann Bronson, and school workshops. Their first sea- soundtrack of the Hollywood film Only as everyone gets swept up in lust, rivalry, regret and the CASSANDRA Katrina Godderz son presented seven workshops within You, as well as on Ashley MacIsaac’s hit sudden possibility of escape. Feb 1- 23. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm. Sundays Astoria and Warrenton High Schools CD Hi How are You Today? Recently, CAUTIONS: If this were a movie it would be rated 3pm. ticket info: coastertheatre.com which reached 100+ students. the group was honoured as Best Clas- PG-13. Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike includes Tickets $25 - $20 Virtuosic showpieces, romantic tenor sical Ensemble at Canada’s 2010 INDIE arias, pyrotechnical solos, blazing awards. QG achieved unique global gypsy show pieces, multi-instrument reach when Canadian astronaut Dr. mastery and a World Accordion Robert Thirsk chose their first two CDs Champion – this is Quartetto Gelato, to take on board during his NASA The FOURPOSTER, ASOC Movie Night: a popular and highly unusual classical flight on the space shuttle Columbia Case for the Double Bed quartet. With sold-out performances in and they were heard around the world. Robin Hood/Men in Tights New York, Washington, L.A., London, Quartetto Gelato released a highly Readers at the McTavish Room THE ASTOR Street Opry Company is proud to present Tokyo, Hong Kong and elsewhere, successful first CD in 1994. Subsequent Directed by Seneschal Incavo and featuring Dida a fabulous fundraising film, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, this dazzling ensemble has enchanted recordings such as Neapolitan Café DeAngelis and Sen Incavo, this case for the double bed one night only, January 26th at 7 pm, at the ASOC audiences and critics worldwide with (2001) and Musica Latina (2009) show- takes place from 1890 to 1925—the­ three act comedy Playhouse, 129 W. Bond Street in Uniontown, Astoria. its exotic blend of musical virtuosity, ar- case the ensemble’s flair for imagina- highlights the hills and valleys in the long marriage of You will not only get to throw popcorn at the Sheriff of tistic passion and humour. Classical in tive international themes – Travels Michael, a writer, and Agnes, known only as his wife. Af- Nottingham, you wlll also be helping support commu- training, eclectic by design, Quartetto the Orient Express (2004) features ter surviving a particulary awkward honeymoon, Michael nity theater on the North Coast and get a preview of our Gelato not only thrills audiences with music associated with stops along the and Agnes traverse the usual stages of matrimony: upcoming Youth Production, Robin Hood: The Musical. its multi-instrument mastery, but also route of the famous train. The quartet childbirth, extra-marital temptations, terrible teens, Tickets are $10, General Admission and are available offers the bonus of a brilliant operatic recorded a Christmas CD in 2010 and eventual retirement. Through all, their ancient and 24/7 @ asocplay.com tenor. With a performance repertoire and has just released its 9th disc, “All venerable Fourposter stands, serving as a monument to This film is rated PG-13 that spans the globe and includes clas- Original – 100% Canadian,” featur- enduring devotion, then finally becoming a symbol of Mel Brooks, who has successfully made a mockery of Donald Conner, Ryan Hull, Sheila Shaffer & Sue Neuer sical masterworks, operatic arias, the ing works written for the group by the continuity of life, or rather, living. By jan de Hartog some of moviedom’s most beloved genres, now has his sizzling energy of tangos, gypsy and Canadian composers (Rebecca Pellett, (musical version is “I Do! I Do!”). arrows drawn straight toward the Robin Hood legend. Brooks, the King of Comedy, kids the pants off the folk songs, the group’s theatrical stage Howard Cable, Michael Occhipinti, Hi- Performances: January 9,10 and 16,17 at 7pm. All Prince of Thieves. presence and relaxed humour establish lario Duran and Jossy Abramovich) that shows $15 performed in our McTavish Room. Dona- Director: Mel Brooks Cast: Cary Elwes, Richard Lewis, an intimate rapport with audiences highlight its signature style – a blend of tions to support The Reader’s Theatre are welcome at Tracy Ullman Writers: J.D. Shapiro, Evan Chandler worldwide. fun, eclecticism, international flavours the performance. At the Libekrty Theatre in Astoria. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Quartetto Gelato’s international and superb musicianship. career was launched when they won the coveted title of NPR Performance January 13, 7pm. Tickets $20-$40 Today’s “Debut Artist of the Year.” The reserved. Under 18 free in Section C. The Astoria International group’s first DVD, Quartetto Ge- The Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commer- Film Festival presents: lato: A Concert in Wine Country, was cial Street. libertyastoria.showare.com Astoria International Film Festival will screen the 2016 picked up by PBS throughout the U.S. film HIDDEN FIGURES one of the top rated films of A Star is Born (with Judy Garland) 2016 Hidden Figures is the untold story of Black Women February 3rd, 2pm who worked with the space program in the 60s An alternative to Super Bowl Sunday and a chance Two Step Twosday: Creative Movement /Pier Pressure It’s based on the nonfiction book written by Margot to see Julie Garland at her finest. Time wrote Garland Lee Shetterly. The screening is in honor of Martin Luther “gives what is just about the greatest one-woman show King Day and a tribute to African American Women that in modern movie history,” and Newsweek said the film PIER PRESSURE PRODUCTIONS presents its fourth presentation in its signature have helped to is “best classified as a thrilling personal triumph for TEN-FIFTEEN series at 10:15 A.M. and 8:45 P.M. on Tuesday, January15. The ever build America’s Judy Garland. As an actress Miss Garland is more than changing community performance space at 1015 Commercial in Astoria continues space program. adequate. As a mime and comedienne she is even bet- to bring a variety of acts with “Two-Step Twosday.” January 15th offers an hour The screen- ter. But as a singer she can handle anything from torch long performance of creative movement and dance. Rhonda Alderman, Ann Bran- ing will be at songs and blues to ballads. In more ways than one, the son, Gigi Chadwick, Julie Gingerich, Katrina Godderz, Jessamyn Grace, Rick Gray, Liberty Theater/ picture is hers.” Brandy and Jason Hussa, Julie Kovatch, Andrea Mazzarella, Daric Moore, Celeste January 20th at When the Oscar for Best Actress went to Grace Kelly Olivares, Estelle Oliveras and Sheila Shaffer will be tripping the light fantastic in 2:00p/ A dis- instead of Garland, Groucho Marx called it “the biggest robbery since Brink’s.” Here’s a chance to see it again the round, showing off their talents and the versatility of PPP’s theater. Come cussion forum on the big screen, like it was meant to be seen. see the future home for Astoria’s black box theater. This is a one-day-only event. to follow. Donations welcome.

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RiverSea Gallery is open daily at 1160 Commercial Street in Astoria. 503-325-1270, or visit the website at riverseagallery.com.

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Ryan Dobrowski McVarish Galley at IMOGEN The Paintings of Brandon Policky MANY ARTISTS can spend a lifetime trying to master one art form, Ryan Dobrowski happens to be + Tears of a Clown/Group Show VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE one of those rare individuals who seems to cultivate In the main gallery at McVarish Gallery this January, the at the Coaster Feb 1 - 23 a balance between two very different artistic expres- paintings of Astoria native Brandon Policky are featured. sions, music and painting. The Astoria based artist Although he now lives in Portland, Brandon grew up in brings to Imogen a new collection of landscape Astoria. He grew up in paintings that inspire a sense of self-discovery and a creative environment reflection. The exhibition, Discover Solitude opens with artistic parents Saturday, January 12, 5 – 8 pm, with a reception to inspire him. He for Dobrowski, who will be present and available to remembers his first ex- answer questions about his work. The work on view posure to art as a kid, through February 5th. squeezing paint out of Ryan Dobrowski is not one to sit idle; creative his dads water color and physical energy seem to perpetually feed his tubes. Over the years Policky, The Dance, 18 x 24 talents. Known as drummer to the internationally Maybe The Ocean, oil on panel 24x24 he has developed a keen skill for rendering combined with a known indie-pop band, Blind Pilot, Dobrowski still consists of layering of medium, building up surface sharp wit and appreciation of popular and pulp culture. finds time to express himself through the visual and then working back into the painting, almost as Behind that, The Secret Gallery will present “Tears of a language. Although he has cultivated a successful if excavating to reveal a glimpse of geological time. Clown” a group show featuring everything clown. career as a musician, honing his skills as a drummer Each painting contains its own history, more than is since childhood he has also consistently worked to seen simply on the surface, offering subtle underly- Opening reception will be held Saturday Jan. 12, 5:00- express himself through painting, earning a BFA ing elements that lend to emotive nuance, in the 8:30pm in both galleries. McVarish Gallery is located at from the University of Oregon. end revealing mystery and the gift of discovering 160 Tenth Street, Astoria. Open Daily. For this series, his third solo show at Imogen, solitude. McVarish, oil on canvas Dobrowski, focuses entirely on landscape, not so much in reference of direct place but rather to con- Imogen Gallery is located at 240 11th Street, Open ASOC Movie Night: jure a sense of discovery that comes from quiet and Mon-Sat, 11- 5, 11- 4 each Sunday, closed Wed. Robin Hood/Men in Tights solitude within the landscape. His painting process 503.468.0620 imogengallery.com RiverSea Gallery MY SECRET ASTORIA Group Show TERESA ROBINETT Millard, director of the Columbia Pacific Heri- tage Museum in Ilwaco, Washington, has put AVA New Space together a thoughtfully curated show chosen AVA opens a new gal- from all the submitted work. lery space at the corner A portion of the sales from this show will be of 10th and Duane in donated by RiverSea Gallery and exhibiting Astoria, part of the Asto- artists to benefit the Miss Bea Fund, which was ria Art Collective in the established by local artist, Noel Thomas and Astoria Makers Build- RIVERSEA GALLERY welcomes the New Year Astoria Visual Arts (AVA) in 2011 to support ing. For Astoria 2nd with My Secret Astoria, a themed group exhibi- fine art activities in regional schools. Astoria Saturday Art Walk, Jan Vertellen Andie Sterling tion showcasing work by members of Astoria Visual Arts was founded in 1989 as a non- 12, the space features Visual Arts. The opening reception will be held profit membership organization, and works to Artist Teresa Robinett, In the Art Trailer during Astoria’s Second Saturday Artwalk on enhance, strengthen and promote the arts in from 6-8pm. A NEW ART installation of collected sound, January 12 from 5:00 to 8:00. Discover some Astoria and the surrounding region. Robinett will be show- abstract waterscapes and drifting velella by art- of Astoria’s close kept secrets, meet the artists Betsy Millard, has over thirty years’ experi- ing recent figurative ist Andie Sterling is on view in a vintage travel and take in lively tunes played by Reds Beans ence in museum work. Prior to moving to the paintings that incorpo- trailer turned into a permanent art gallery, at and Rice, featuring John Orr, Ted Brainerd and northwest, she was the curator for Contem- The Sou’wester Lodge rate primal art elements Mike Bruhn. All artwork will remain on exhibit porary Art at the Saint Louis Art Museum and Andie Sterling is a “west Texas born and to explore narratives through February 5, 2019. also the Executive Director of the Forum for raised, westward wanderer” currently living in about female identity. Everyone has a cherished spot, or perhaps Contemporary Art (now the Contemporary Art Astoria, Oregon. She received her MFA in Sculp- Most of the subjects a well-worn memory that defines their private Museum in St. Louis). in this select group of ture/Installation from the University of North vision of the place they inhabit. For this RiverSea Gallery is open daily at 1160 Com- Big Girl, Oil and mixed media, 24”x 36 paintings are from child- Texas and recently completed her Residency show, artists were invited to depict a place or mercial Street in historic Astoria, Oregon: hood, where she says, “All of our stories begin”. “Big via Astoria Visual Arts. Andie Sterling’s work memory of special significance to convey their Monday through Sat 11 to 5:30, Sun 11 to 4. Girl” shows a young girl with a bruised eye and swollen includes site specific installation, space design, public art, murals and performance collabora- personal experience of Astoria. The juror, Betsy 503-325-1270. riverseagallery.com lip and is inspired by the day Robinett’s sister fell down Kim Rose Adams the basement stairs and almost lost an eye. Her sister’s tion. face was permanently scarred and the event became a This trailer is a 1960’s Aloha made in Aloha, ONE NIGHT ONLY! JAN 12. cautionary tale within the family about being safe, not Oregon. It was rescued from a neglected RV Outdoor photographer Kim running down stairs, and the importance of paying atten- park in the northern part of the Long Beach Rose Adams take her photog- Kim Rose tion. A tale that focused on fear and a warning not to be Peninsula. Now repaired and transformed into raphy to the rafters of the Astor Adams an art space, this art gallery is part of the Artist clumsy. Ruins in the medium of tapestry. Residency Program and non-profit organization, What if, the artist suggests, her sister’s story was in- Also see and get her work the Photographic Sou’wester Arts. stead one about her courage, bravery and survival. In the month of January at the Rusty Tapestry painting “Big Girl” the young girl is shown facing forward OPENING RECEPTION on Friday January 11, Cup Coffee House in Astoria. with her injuries, while a small mask is stitched atop her 6pm-9pm. Thru Feb 24. OPEN: Fri/Sat/Sun Shop tote bags, handmade Astor Ruins head to symbolize her as a character transformed. She 9am-9pm (and by request at the front lodge magnets, wood panel prints, became not just a bruised girl, but something else. desk). Sou’ Wester is located at 3728 J Place framed prints and cards, and Masks and costumes have the power to create a new in Seaview, WA. 360-642-2542 9am-9pm. sou- help get her to Cuba. identity and a new narrative. westerlodge.com Beard’s Hollow, Tapestry

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word. Past to Present Lecture Series Tuesdys at CRRM IOIN the Columbia River Maritime Museum every Fisherpoets Read Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. starting January at Cannon Beach Library 15 for the Past to Present Lecture Series. The Lec- ture Series is free with paid admission and always free for Museum Members. The 2019 series will FISHERPOETS from the North Coast will read run until March 5. original poetry and sing some tunes at 7 p.m. Chris Dewey is a retired Naval Officer, and Thursday, Jan. 17 in the Cannon Beach Library. anthropology and archaeology adjunct instruc- Featured will be Jon Broderick, Dave Dens- tor at Clatsop Community College. He holds a Chris Dewey more, Geno Leech, Rob Seitz and Jay Speakman. master’s degree in maritime archaeology from the Their readings are part of the library’s NW Author Rob Seitz University of West Florida and a master’s degree Series. The event is free. in business management from Troy University. He Jan 15 – Christopher Dewey. President & All the poets are regular presenters at the an- Those appearing at the Cannon Beach Library is listed on the Register of Professional Archaeolo- Founder, Maritime Archaeological Society nual FisherPoets Gathering in Astoria. This year’s on Jan. 17 are experienced in both the art of fish- gists and is a Secretary of the Interior and Oregon Shipwreck Archaeology gathering will be Feb. 22 to 24. ing and writing. State qualified archaeologist. Jan 22 - Captain Dan Jordan, Columbia River Commercial fishermen Jon Broderick, of Dave Densmore purchased his own commer- Chris will relate the story of how a group of vol- Bar Pilots. Pilotage and the Elements of the Cannon Beach, and Jay Speakman, of Gearhart, cial fishing boat in Alaska at age 13. He survived unteers are locating and documenting shipwrecks Columbia River Bar started the FisherPoets Gathering in Astoria in four nights adrift on the Bering Sea in the snow in our area. The talk will include, legal and ethical 1998. The small gathering has grown to include after a boat he was running caught fire and the considerations, research techniques, remote sen- January 29 - Cameron La Follette, Oregon’s nearly 70 poets who write about their lives and life raft he and his crew were on was run down by sor operations, and field survey results. Manila Galleon: Discovering the History observations as fishermen and women. a Japanese trawler. Densmore and his wife, Pat, live in Astoria, where he continues to fish. Geno Leech, of Chinook, Washington, began writing poetry in 1995 while he was Writing Contest Supports drag fishing on the Columbian Star out of Astoria. Fundraising for Local Libraries Rob Seitz is a native Alaskan who fished THE SEASIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY Foundation off Cook Inlet until 1992 when oil from the will be publishing its second annual short story Exxon Valdez spill spoiled the fishing. He anthology to support the Libraries Reading Out- and his wife, Tiffani, lived on the North (August 2018, Shadow Mountain, $19.99) reach program, which provides library cards to Coast until 2011 when they went to Morro children in Clatsop County. Writers are invited to Bay, California, and bought a fishing boat. submit a short story (1500 words, maximum) with They became involved in sustainable fishing a theme of books or libraries. and began processing their own catches to Winning entries will be featured at the Librar- Society, a member of the City of Seaside Safety Geno Leech sell to local restaurants. ies ROCC Fundraiser on Sunday, April 14 at the Committee, Tourism Advisory Council, and a for- Seaside Convention Center, where writers will mer board member with the Seaside Chamber of have the opportunity to read an excerpt from Commerce. Ken and his wife Sandra have lived The Manzanita Writers’ Series is their story and speak about their writing process. in Seaside since 2010. Writers should include at least two characters Melissa Eskue Ousley is an award-winning sponsoring a Poetry Contest in January in the story who event attendees can bid on to author living on the north coast of Oregon. Her Beach Bum: A Life in Pieces Win BUCKS! name for the final version of the story that will suspense novel, Pitcher Plant, won a 2018 Inde- be included in the anthology. For example, last pendent Publisher Book Award and was a finalist HERE’S YOUR CHANCE to see your poem in collections of poetry and recently released her Robert “Butch” Freedman year, attendees had the opportunity to bid on for a 2018 Next Generation Indie Book Award. print along with winning a $100 cash prize. first novel. the name of a ghost in a story about a haunted It is set in Seaside, Oregon and features murder Reading in Cape Meares Oct 7 Submit poems of 30 lines or less, on any The winning poem and poet will be featured in library. and restless spirits. Her story, 43 Pearls, won an subject. Up to three poems will be accepted in a the Hoffman Center Newsletter in April, as well as The deadline for entries is Friday, February 1, award with The Short Story Project. Melissa’s single submission document. in the next issue of North Coast Squid (Novem- 2019. Stories must be submitted electronically short stories have been included in The North Each submitter must state a clear connection ber) with a faull-page spread including the poem, via email to [email protected] Coast Squid, Rain Magazine, and other antholo- to the North Oregon Coast in the biographical author photo, and an interview-based profile. and writers will be notified of receipt once a $10 gies. statement that accompanies the submission. The Manzanita Writers’ Series is a program of entry fee has been submitted via check to Librar- Deb Vanasse is the author of seventeen books The contest will be limited to the first 50 poets the Hoffman Center for the Arts and will be held ies ROCC at 1131 Broadway, Seaside, OR 97138. with six different publishers. Among the most re- who submit. The submission window runs from at the Hoffman Center (across from Manzanita Li- Stories should be submitted as Word documents cent are Write Your Best Book, a practical guide January 1 to January 31, 2019. All submissions brary at 594 Laneda Avenue.) FMI: at hoffmanarts. and should be family friendly. For additional to writing books that rise above the rest; Cold will be anonymously judged by Lana Ayers. The org online or contact guidelines, visit seasidelibrary.org. Spell, a novel that “captures the harsh beauty of winner will be notified in March. Kathie Hightower, [email protected] Submissions will be evaluated by a panel of lo- the terrain as well as the strain of self-doubt and There is a $7 entry fee to enter the contest. All cal judges including Ken Heman, Melissa Eskue complicated family bonds”; and a biography, submissions must be Ousley, and Deb Vanasse. Winning entries will Wealth Woman, a True West “Best of the West” made online at hoff- Philosofarian “Wit & Wisdom” be announced on Friday, February 22. selection. After thirty-six years in Alaska, she now manarts.org. Please Philosophy Talk • Jan 24 Ken Heman is a Visitor Information Specialist lives on the north coast of Oregon, where she follow the specific Why Teach?: It’s been said that “Teaching is not with the City of Seaside Visitors Bureau, on the continues to write while doing freelance editing, guidelines. a lost art, but the regard for it is a lost tradition.” board of the Seaside Museum and Historical coaching, and writing instruction. Lana Ayers, MFA, So why, then, do teachers do what they do? Is has been publishing there an ethic to the idea of teaching itself? How the Concrete Wolf Po- do teachers know how to teach, and what do they Ric’s Poetry Mic 1st Tues @ Winecraft etry Chapbook Series consider ‘success’ in teaching? Join Philosofar- IN HONOR of founder Ric Vrana, Ric’s Poetry Mic is WRITE ASTORIA ian for a philosophical conversation between WRITE ASTORIA is a free, open forum where since 2001. In 2010, held at WineKraft, 80 10th Street (on the west end teachers about the nature, calling, and purpose writers read from works in progress and offer she created MoonPath of the Pier 11 Building) in Astoria. The event takess of teaching. each other constructive feedback. The group Press to publish poetry place the first Tuesday of every month,. Readings are Join teacher hosts Seth Tichenor and Deac meets in the Astoria Public Library Flag Room collections by Pacific from 7pm to 8:30pm, with sign up to read at 6:45 twice/month, on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Northwest poets. She Guidi on January 24, 7pm a the Fort George p.m. All poetry friends are welcome to come to read from 5-7pm. has authored nine Lovell Room in Astoria. No cover. and listen. Contact: Mary Lou McAuley

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••• music • visual arts • literarylecture • outdoor • theater••• Aquarius PARTY! Cabin Project. No cover, 9pm at the Adrift ART Hotel in Long Beach. Artistry in Wood Show and Sale. An exhibit of Wednesday 23 woodcarving art. Free admission and free semi- ART MUSIC Jan 25 nars. 10am – 4pm at Chinook Winds in Lincoln Pretty Gritty. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel Artistry in Wood Show and Sale. An exhibit City. http://home.teleport.com/~coastalcarvers/ in Long Beach. of woodcarving art. Free admission and free Events.htm seminars. 10am – 5pm at Chinook Winds HAPPENING in Lincoln City. http://home.teleport. CINEMA Early Childhood Screening Fair. 12 compre- com/~coastalcarvers/Events.htm Astoria International Film Festival. Hidden Figures. hensive screenings that will evaluate many $10, 2pm at the Liberty Theater in Astoria. aspects of your child’s development . Open FOOD & DRINK to all children between 2 and 6 regardless Ilwaco Sports Boosters Crab Feed. $18, noon – FOOD & DRINK of income. Free, at the Tillamook County 7pm at the Long Beach Elks. Pancake Breakfast. All-you-can-eat for $5, 8am – Fairgrounds. Call 503-815-2292 to schedule an noon at the Bay City Arts Center. Wine Tasting. 1 – 4pm at the Cellar on 10th appointment. in Astoria. Cannon Beach American Legion Breakfast. $7 adults, $3 children under 6. 9 – 11:30am at the Thursday 24 HAPPENING American Legion Hall in Cannon Beach. Speak Truth Women’s March. Gather 2pm MUSIC Pretty Gritty. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel at Heritage Square in Astoria, 12th and HAPPENING Join the annual AAMC Aquarius Party and celebrate Dragalution Exchange. Bring signs and dress for the Annual MLK Celebration. Art reception at 5pm, in Long Beach. Creator Extraordinaire Marco Davis’ 50th!!! DJ Anjali and the weather. Meet earlier for the INCO Speak Truth concert at 6pm. Free. At the Nehalem Bay United HAPPENING Summit. 8:30pm - noon. Run for Something Methodist Church in Nehalem. Early Childhood Screening Fair. 12 compre- Incredible Kid will be laying down delicious Bhangra beats from 9pm discussion at 4pm. Lovell Showroom, 464 14th LECTURE hensive screenings that will evaluate many to midnite. FREE and all ages (bar with ID). Not sure if you’ve got the St. in Astoria. In Their Footsteps Lecture Series. Historic Winter aspects of your child’s development . Open moves? Come to Anjali’s Bollywood dance class earlier in the to all children between 2 and 6 regardless The Tillamook Head Gathering. A fundraiser Transportation with Richard Brenne. 1pm in the of income. Free, at the Tillamook County evening from 6 to 7pm, $15 and everyone welcome. Class and designed to support art enrichment for the Netul Room at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center, Fairgrounds. Call 503-815-2292 to schedule an Dance Party at the AAMC: 342 10th in Astoria. students at Seaside High School. $15, 7 – 9pm Astoria. appointment. at the Seaside Convention Center. FMI: www.astoriaartsandmovement.com THEATER LECTURE Community Volunteer Fair. Several local A Nice Family Christmas. Comedy. $15, 2pm at Wit and Wisdom. Why Teach? With Deac Guidi organizations will be on hand to showcase Theater West in Lincoln City. and Seth Tichenor. Free, 7pm at the Fort what they do. 10am – 3pm at the Pine Grove George Lovell Showroom in Astoria. Community House in Manzanita. Monday 21 ASOC Movie Night. Robin Hood: Men in Tights. $10, Tuesday 29 7pm at the ASOC Playhouse in Astoria. THEATER MUSIC Friday 25 MUSIC A Nice Family Christmas. Comedy. $15, 7:30pm Cabin Project. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel FOOD & DRINK MUSIC Wanderlodge. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in at Theater West in Lincoln City. in Long Beach. Wine Tasting. 1 – 4pm at the Cellar on 10th in Chris Barron and The Avett Others. No cover, Long Beach. 7pm at the Sand Trap in Gearhart. Astoria. Sunday 20 LECTURE Tuesday 22 Pretty Gritty. No cover, 9pm at the Adrift Hotel North County Pie Day. Bid on fabulous pies to take Past to Present Lecture Series. Oregon’s Manila MUSIC in Long Beach. home, benefiting Food Roots and the White Clover MUSIC Galleon: Discovering the History with Cameron La The Brownsmead Flats. $10 suggested dona- Grange. 2:30 to 5pm at White Clover Grange located Cabin Project. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel ART at 36585 Hwy 53, about 2 miles east of Hwy 101. Follette. Museum admission fees apply. 10:30am at tion. 2pm at the PAC in Astoria. in Long Beach. Paint Night. $35, 6 – 8pm at the Crabby Oyster $10 admission ($5 for children 12 and under). the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria. Cabin Project. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift LECTURE in Seaside. Hotel in Long Beach. HAPPENING HAPPENING Past to Present Lecture Series. Pilotage and the HAPPENING Windless Kite Festival. The event includes perfor- Scandinavian Park Benefit. Celebrate the building of Margo Cilker & Field Heat. An American For- Elements of the Columbia River with Captain Dan AAMC Dance Party. DJ Anjali and the Incred- mances, competitions, workshops and open flying the Astoria Scandinavian Heritage Park at Benefit rest. No cover. 8pm at Fort George Brewery & Jordan. Museum admission fees apply. 10:30am at ible Kid will be laying down delicious Bhangra for kite enthusiasts of every age and ability. Perfect Night, 4:30 - 9pm. Live Music, Nordic Dancers, Public House in Astoria. the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria. beats from 9pm to 12am. Bollywood dance for families, the Windless Kite Festival features a $5 Raffle, + Oly and Sven Joke contest + Scan Trivia, class 6 – 7pm. $15 at the AAMC in Astoria. kite-making workshop and opportunities for chil- upstairs at Fort George in Astoria. dren, families and friends to learn the art of indoor Miss Clatsop County Pageant. $15, 7pm at the Project Homeless Connect. A one-day event to Seaside Convention Center. kiting, where kites are powered by the motion of the flyer’s body. At the World Kite Museum in Long provide a variety of services to homeless and near- OUTSIDE Beach. FMI, go to kitefestival.com homeless families and individuals. At the Seaside Convention Center. FMI, call 503-625-1400. Hutch Harris Oregon Spirits Tour. Golf Tourney. 2-player OUTSIDE scramble. $60 per player. Noon shotgun start. Community Beach Cleanup. 9:30am – 12:30pm at Wednesday 30 (The Thermals) At the Gearhart Golf Links. any beach approach on the Long Beach Peninsula. with opening artists MUSIC Andrew Kaffer, (of the Saturday 26 Sunday 27 Greg Parke. $15, 7pm at the Peninsula Arts Venter band Stuffed Shirts) MUSIC in Long Beach. from Wheeler MUSIC Troll Radio Revue. 11am at Fort George in Brizzleman. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in & Serious River Song Live Muisc. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in Astoria. Long Beach. Catalogue (Will Elias) Long Beach. from Astoria Kris Deelane. $15, 7pm at the Peninsula Arts Live Music. No cover. 8pm at Fort George Brewery & Center in Long Beach. Public House in Astoria. Thursday 31 Hutch Harris was born Dain Norman. No cover, 8pm at the Sou’wester HAPPENING MUSIC in New York City, raised Lodge in Seaview. Windless Kite Festival. The event includes perfor- Stand and Sway. 6:30pm at the Lincoln City Cultural in Silicon Valley, and has resided in Portland, Oregon for the past twenty years. Danny Delgato. 7pm at Public House Brewing mances, competitions, workshops and open flying Center. Harris founded and was the lead singer/songwriter of Portland post-pop-punk band in Cannon Beach. for kite enthusiasts of every age and ability. Perfect Brizzleman. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in The Thermals. In fifteen years, the band toured fifteen countries and released seven Raeann Pettit. No cover, 9pm at the Adrift for families, the Windless Kite Festival features a $5 Long Beach. records on the labels Sub Pop, Kill Rock Stars, and Saddle Creek. kite-making workshop and opportunities for chil- Hotel in Long Beach. Open Mic. 7 – 10pm at Crown Alley Irish Pub, Ocean Harris recently released his debut solo LP Only Water and will be touring exten- dren, families and friends to learn the art of indoor sively in 2019. This stripped down no distortion album is Hutch’s breakaway from ART kiting, where kites are powered by the motion of Park. the distorted rock sound of the thermals. While still catchy in that garage indie kinda Tillamook Downtown District Artwalk. 1 – 3pm the flyer’s body. At the World Kite Museum in Long way, these songs feel really personal and real to Hutch Harris himself. in downtown Tillamook. Beach. FMI, go to kitefestival.com Friday 1 With opening acts Andrew Kaffer who catalog swings between jazzy ballads and CINEMA MUSIC free wielding howl at the moon garage punk, and Serious River Song Catalog, moni- Documentary Films. Seattle by Trollybus and Monday 28 Contra Dance. With live music. $5 - $10, 7 – 10pm at ker of Will Elias who plays melodic circling moody jazzy inspi ing emotional tunes Christian and His Seaplanes. Free, 1pm at the MUSIC the AAMC in Astoria. usually instrumental alone with an electric guitar. Seaside Library. Wanderlodge. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in Jeremy Wilson. No cover, 9pm at the Adrift Hotel in Thursday, Feb 7, 9pm No cover at the Labor Temple in Astoria Smallfoot. Free, 3pm at the Astoria Library. Long Beach. Long Beach. cont. p20 19 JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com FLASH CUTS Previews film. Chris Baron MOVIES & MUSINGS by Les Kanekuni

& REPLICAS (JAN. 11) Keanu Reeves stars in this scifi thriller the Avett Others about a scientist trying to resur- Serenity rect his dead family. Synop- sis: Neuroscientist Will Foster ATTENTION Avett Brother Fans. The (Reeves) is on the verge of Avett Others is an Avett Brothers successfully transferring human tribute band that shares a love for consciousness into a computer the Brothers and their totally unique when his family is tragically killed style of music. Chris Baron’s music is a in a car crash. Desperate to creative blend of sky-high melodies and powerhouse acoustic energy. His unique style resurrect them, William recruits draws you in and shakes your hand. He grew up in Eugene, and recorded his first album fellow scientist Ed Whitte (Thomas there at age 17 in 1999. Middleditch) to help him secretly Since then, he has co-produced twenty-six studio projects, with ten different band clone their bodies and create lineups. His 2018 solo album is being produced at Ninkasi Studios. replicas. But he soon faces a Says Baron of his tribute project, “we live on the West coast and they live on the East, “Sophie’s choice” when it turns so we don’t get to see them as often as we’d like. We started scratching the itch by play- out they can only bring three will to live, Phillip hires the grossly right and wrong. With Djimon Houn- ing their songs with our friends. Sure we have our own original songs...but lately we’ve out of four family members back to unqualified Dell, a struggling parolee sou, Jeremy Strong and Diane Lane. been into the Avett albums. And their live show. Which is unbelievable and incredibly who’s trying to reconnect with his ex life. Lack of reviews and long period MISS BALA (FEB. 1) Remake of inspiring.” and his young son. Despite coming before release (movie was shot more the 2011 Mexican film reps an ex- Allow the Avett Others to inspire you with their take on the brothers. from two different worlds, an unlikely than two years ago) suggest Reeves’ tremely rare occasion of a Latina ac- friendship starts to blossom as fun- Friday, Jan 25 at the Sandtrap and Gearhart Hotel. 7-10pm. All Ages. No cover. lack of success outside the John Wick tress toplining a Hollywood film. Star loving Dell shows curmudgeonly series continues. Gina Rodriguez told Variety: “‘Miss Phillip that life is worth living. THEATER THE UPSIDE (JAN. 11) English Bala’ is an action movie that happens HAPPENING GLASS (JAN. 18) M. Night Shya- to feature Latinos heavily in front of Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike. Comedy. $20 - Shore Style Wedding and Special Events Faire. $10 - language remake of French comedy $25, 7:30pm at the Coaster Theater Playhouse in Cannon $20, 10 am – 3:30pm in the Loft at the Red Building The Intouchables. Bryan Cranston malan’s new thriller brings together the camera and heavily behind the Beach. in Astoria. stars as Phillip Lacasse, a billionaire the protagonists of his hits Unbreak- camera. … I don’t remember when able and Split. Synopsis: that’s ever happened. They actually Saturday 2 Monday 4 From Unbreakable, Bruce let us [Latinos] make it too.” Accord- Willis returns as David Dunn ing to Sony, the studio that produced MUSIC MUSIC Umphy. No cover, 7pm at Public Coast Brewing in Can- Live Music. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in Long as does Samuel L. Jackson the $15M movie, 95% of the cast and non Beach. Beach. as Elijah Price, known also crew is Latinx. Film shot in Tijuana, by his pseudonym Mr. Mexico. Synopsis: Gloria (Gina Maita. No cover, 8pm at the Sou’wester Lodge in HAPPENING Glass. Joining from Split are Rodriguez), a makeup artist from Los Seaview. Open Mic and Community Dinner. Dinner by dona- James McAvoy, reprising Angeles, visits her best friend Suzu in tion, 6 = 8pm at Fairview Grange in Tillamook. Tom Grant and Shelley Rudolph. $50, 5:30 – 9pm at the his role as Kevin Wendell Tijuana, Mexico. Suzu, however, goes Astoria Golf and Country Club. Tuesday 5 Crumb and the multiple missing at a club. In the course of Jeremy Wilson. No cover, 9pm at the Adrift Hotel in Long identities who reside within, her search and rescue for her, Gloria Beach. MUSIC and Anya Taylor-Joy as is kidnapped and forced to smuggle Live Music. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in Long ART Beach. Casey Cooke, the only cap- money for a drug cartel.[3] She works Seaside Art Walk. 5 – 8pm at galleries and businesses in tive to survive an encoun- her way into the good graces of its LECTURE downtown Seaside and Gearhart. paraplegic who hires a paroled con- ter with The Beast. Following the leader Lino as well as the DEA, which Past to Present Lecture Series. TBA with Captain Len conclusion of Split, Glass finds Dunn also gets involved.[4] Gloria must turn FOOD & DRINK Tumbarello. Museum admission fees apply. 10:30am at vict (Kevin Hart) to be his personal at- pursuing Crumb’s superhuman figure the tables on everyone to escape and Wine Tasting. 1 – 4pm at the Cellar on 10th in Astoria. the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria. tendant in an odd couple story where two opposites teach each other about of The Beast in a series of escalat- finds a power she never knew she had HAPPENING HAPPENING life. Synopsis: After a paragliding ing encounters, while the shadowy as she navigates a dangerous world Game Day at the Library. Relax and have fun with family Asian New Year Event. At the World Kite Museum in accident turns him into a quadriple- presence of Price emerges as an of cross-border crime. Surviving will and friends at the library’s free monthly Game Day. Long Beach. kitefestival.com orchestrator who holds secrets critical require all of her cunning, inventive- Choose from a wide variety of board games, card games, gic, Phillip needs a caretaker to help to both men. ness, and strength. and LEGO® bricks for all ages. 2 – 4pm at the Astoria Wednesday 6 him with his day-to-day routine in his New York penthouse. Having lost the Public Library. MUSIC SERENITY (JAN. 25) Academy THEATER Raeann Pettit. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in Award winners Mathew McCo- Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike. Comedy. $20 - Long Beach. naughey and Anne Hathaway head $25, 7:30pm at the Coaster Theater Playhouse in Cannon a stellar cast in this neo noir thriller Beach. Thursday 7 written and directed by Steven Knight MUSIC (Eastern Promises). Synopsis: Baker Sunday 3 Raeann Pettit. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in Dill (McConaughey) is a fishing boat MUSIC Long Beach. captain who leads tours off of the tranquil enclave of Plymouth Island ViVA. $15, 2pm at the Historic Raymond Theater in ART Raymond. Opening Reception. For Au Naturel: The Nude in the in the Caribbean. His peaceful life is soon shattered when his ex-wife The Outside Track. 2pm at the Lincoln City Cultural 21st Century. 6pm in the Royal Nebeker Gallery at CCC Center. in Astoria. Karen (Hathaway) tracks him down. Desperate for help, Karen begs Baker HAPPENING Jeremy Wilson. No cover, 7pm at the Adrift Hotel in Long to save her -- and their young son Beach. First Thursday Trivia. Teams of 1-5 compete for uni- versal admiration and fantastic prizes. Sign up ahead -- from her violent husband (Jason Live Music. No cover. 8pm at Fort George Brewery & of time or just show up! Free, 5:30 – 6:30pm at the Clarke). She wants him to take the Public House in Astoria. Astoria Public Library. brute out for a fishing excursion CINEMA LECTURE -- then throw him overboard to the Astoria International Film Festival. A Star is Born. (With The Wreck of the Emily Reed. With Don Best. Free, sharks. Thrust back into a life that he Judy Garland). $10, 2pm at the Liberty Theater in 4 – 6pm at the Cannon Beach History Center and wanted to forget, Baker now finds Astoria. Museum. himself struggling to choose between

JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com 20 FREE WILL ASTROLOGY © Copyright 2019 Rob Brezsny Bike Madame JANUARY 2019 w By Margaret Hammitt-McDonald ARIES (March 21-April 19): I suspect that in 2019 you’ll be able to wise confidants or mentors or helpers from whom you could blend a knack for creating more stability with an urge to explore draw continuous counsel? Seek them out. Across the Country on Two Wheels with and seek greater freedom. How might this unusual confluence SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The body of the violin has two f- be expressed in practical ways? Maybe you’ll travel to reconnect a Retired Climate Scientist shaped holes on either side of the strings. They enable the sound with your ancestral roots. Or perhaps a faraway ally or influence SINCE THE MOST exotic place my many of his interviewees hesitated that resonates inside the instrument to be projected outwardly. will help you feel more at home in the world. It’s possible you’ll bike “sees” on a regular basis is the to make the connection between A thousand years ago, the earliest ancestor of the modern violin establish a stronger foundation, which will in turn bolster your had round holes. Later they became half-moons, then c-shaped, back hall of my clinic, I’m a sucker for their regional difficulties and climate courage and inspire you to break free of a limitation. What do you and finally evolved into the f-shape. Why the change? Scientific cycle-travel books. David Goodrich’s change, “…when you asked specifi- think? analysis reveals that the modern form allows more air to be A Hole In the Wind focuses not on far- cally about how the sea was advancing TAURUS (April 20-May 20): On the average, a total eclipse of the pushed out from inside the instrument, thereby producing a flung places but on our own national or the plants were budding out earlier, sun happens every 18 months. And how often is a total solar more powerful sound. My analysis of your life in 2019 suggests backyard—and the damage climate heads would nod—and move on. […] eclipse visible from a specific location on the planet? Typically, it will be a time to make an upgrade from your metaphorical change has wrought The Kansas drought was once every 375 years. In 2019, the magic moment will occur on equivalent of the c-shaped holes to the f-shaped holes. A small upon it. acknowledged as a very July 2 for people living in Chile and Argentina. But I believe that shift like that will enable you to generate more power and This book could’ve real thing, but somehow throughout the coming year, Tauruses all over the world will resonance. been fact-filled but des- climate change was experience other kinds of rare and wonderful events at a higher SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarian singer-songwriter Sia ert-dry, but Goodrich, politics and hence not rate than usual. Not eclipses, but rather divine interventions, has achieved great success, garnering nine Grammy nominations the former director of a subject for polite con- mysterious miracles, catalytic epiphanies, unexpected break- and amassing a $20 million fortune. Among the superstars for the UN Global Climate versation” (page 107). throughs, and amazing graces. Expect more of the marvelous whom she has composed hit tunes are Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Flo Observing System in Is there cause for than you’re accustomed to. Rida. But she has also had failures. Top recording artists like Adele Geneva, Switzerland, optimism? Goodrich GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “The world’s full of people who have and Shakira have commissioned her to write songs for them only wields an engaging recalls the remarkable stopped listening to themselves,” wrote mythologist Joseph to subsequently turn down what she created. In 2016, Sia got style with a light touch. (and successful) interna- Campbell. It’s imperative that you NOT be one of those folks. sweet revenge. She released an album in which she herself sang He observes that stories tional collaborations to 2019 should be the Year of Listening Deeply to Yourself. That many of those rejected songs. It has sold more than two million convince people bet- ban chlorofluorocarbons means being on high alert for your inner inklings, your uncon- copies. Do you, too, know what it’s like to have your gifts and ter than statistics and and reverse damage scious longings, and the still, small voice at the heart of your skills ignored or unused or rebuffed, Sagittarius? If so, the coming tables, and the book to the ozone layer, destiny. If you do that, you’ll discover I’m right when I say that months will be an excellent time to express them for your own abounds in memorable evidence that “humans you’re smarter than you realize. benefit, as Sia did. vignettes about his en- can change the planet CANCER (June 21-July 22): Jackson Pollock is regarded as a pio- CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A typical fluffy white cumulus counters with ordinary in fundamental ways, neer in the technique of drip painting, which involves drizzling cloud weighs 216,000 pounds. A dark cumulonimbus storm people, and extraordi- but human efforts can and splashing paint on canvases that lie on the floor. It made cloud is 106 million pounds, almost 490 times heavier. Why? nary weather changes, fix it as well” (211). him famous. But the truth is, Pollock got inspired to pursue what Because it’s filled with far more water than the white cloud. So on his cross-country He sees hopeful signs that fossil- became known as his signature style only after he saw an exhibit which is better, the fluffy cumulus or the stormy cumolonimbus? journey. fuel production—the major culprit in by the artist Janet Sobel, who was the real pioneer. I bring this Neither, of course. We might sometimes prefer the former over Mid-Atlantic beaches, Midwestern increased CO2 levels—won’t remain to your attention, because I see 2019 as a year when the Janet the latter because it doesn’t darken the sky as much or cause cornfields, and Rocky Mountain switch- Sobel-like aspects of your life will get their due. Overdue ap- the inconvenience of rain. But the truth is, the cumulonimbus dominant as wind and other renewable backs may differ from my usual cycling energy sources are being developed preciation will arrive. Credit you have deserved but haven’t fully is a blessing; a substantial source of moisture; a gift to growing terrain, but Goodrich describes familiar garnered will finally come your way. You’ll be acknowledged and things. I mention this because I suspect that for you, 2019 will on an increasing scale (page 221). The challenges: wind, downpours, hills, recognized in surprising ways. have more metaphorical resemblances to the cumulonimbus problem is vast, he concludes, but not gravel, and dogs intent on catching than the cumulus. insurmountable. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): As the crow flies, Wyoming is almost a me for dinner. His description of riding To wrap it all up, Goodrich offers thousand miles from the Pacific Ocean and more than a thou- AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A hundred years ago, most astrono- against the wind fits perfectly with my advice for those who wish to embark sand miles from the Gulf of Mexico, which is part of the Atlantic mers thought there was just one galaxy in the universe: our Milky number-one winter-ride nemesis: wind on a cross-country ride, advice I follow Ocean. Now here’s a surprise: in the northwest corner of Wyo- Way. Other models for the structure of the universe were virtually is “almost identical to hills but less pre- ming, the North Two Ocean Creek divides into two tributaries, heretical. But in the 1920s, astronomer Edwin Hubble produced on my decidedly non-epic commute: dictable, and unlike a hill, you cannot listen for any “off” sounds on your bike one of which ultimately flows to the Pacific and one that reaches research that proved the existence of many more galaxies. Today see the top” (page xi). His meeting with the Gulf. So an enterprising fish could conceivably swim from the estimate is that there are at least 400 billion. I wonder what and give them your attention before a group of bike-eating dogs on a lonely one ocean to the other via this waterway. I propose that we make currently unimaginable possibilities will be obvious to our ances- something breaks; don’t assume flat Missouri byway both amused and un- North Two Ocean Creek your official metaphor for 2019. It will tors a hundred years from now. Likewise, I wonder what currently places are easy to ride through (they’re symbolize the turning point you’ll be at in your life; it will remind unforeseen truths will be fully available to you by the end of nerved me. These dogs were “the most often wind tunnels); choose simple, you that you’ll have the power to launch an epic journey in one 2019. My guess: more than in any other previous year of your life. dangerous breed for a cyclist: Uphill easily repaired gear, and keep rain gear of two directions. Dogs,” who can outrun a rider straining handy for unexpected showers or risk PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Author Elizabeth Gilbert offers advice up an incline. After escaping, he notes, VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I have come to the conclusion that riding wet for many uncomfortable for those who long for a closer relationship with the Supreme Be- “I was done with dogs for a while, or softening your relationship with perfectionism will be a key miles (pages 229-36). ing: “Look for God like a man with his head on fire looks for water.” at least resolved to keep my habit to a assignment in 2019. With this in mind, I offer you observations Some climate-change literature I’ll expand that approach so it applies to you when you’re in quest pack a day” (pages 102-3). from wise people who have studied the subject. 1. “The perfect is boring or preachy, but Goodrich’s of any crucial life-enhancing experience. If you genuinely believe On the road, Goodrich receives is the enemy of the good.” —Voltaire 2. “Perfection is a stick with account blends sound science with that a particular adventure or relationship or transformation is hospitality and friendliness from locals which to beat the possible.” —Rebecca Solnit 3. Perfectionism is delightful “land stories” (the terrestrial key to your central purpose, it’s not enough to be mildly enthusi- who offer everything from shelter in “the high-end version of fear.” —Elizabeth Gilbert 4. “Nothing is version of the sea stories from his time astic about it. You really do need to seek your heart’s desire in the a rainstorm to a spare trailer to stay less efficient than perfectionism.” —Elizabeth Gilbert 4. “It’s better on research vessels). I recommend way people with their heads on fire look for water. 2019 will be in overnight (although the trailer’s to live your own life imperfectly than to imitate someone else’s packing it in your panniers, no matter prime time for you to embody this understanding. owner warns him not to cross Ralph the perfectly.” —Elizabeth Gilbert how far you travel. Homework: Forget what Time magazine thinks. Who is your cranky rattlesnake). He also asks about LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In 1682, Peter Alexeyevich became co- “Person of the Year”? Tell me at Freewillastrology.sparkns.com; difficulties his new friends experience Physician, writer and writing instruc- Tsar of Russia. He was ten years old. His 24-year-old half-sister So- click on “Email Rob.” that are attributable to climate change: tor, visit Margaret Hammit - McDonald’s phia had a hole cut in the back of his side of the dual throne. That way she could sit behind him, out of sight, and whisper guidance droughts causing declines in crop blog/website Valor and Compassion, as he discussed political matters with allies. I’d love it if you could yields, increased instances of wildfires where she focuses on writing topics wangle a comparable arrangement for yourself in 2019. Are there Freewillastrology.com and “nuisance flooding” (the deniers’ www.valorandcompassion.com. preferred term for sea-level rise). While

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Participants pm. Deepen your connection with your heart, 342 10th St. in Astoria. 6:45-7:45pm Close Embrace [email protected] Instructor free bereavement and grief support group will review the basics of color theory and mind, and spirit, play with creativity, find out For class info please contact Argentine Tango w/ Estelle teaches the Ed Parker system of American meetings twice per month: 1st Thurs. 2-4pm@ the instructor directly. Classes painting techniques, practice a few brief paint- where art and meditation begin. No previous Bob Chisholm Comm.Center, Meeting Rm. and Celeste Olivares Kenpo Karate. may change, for a current ing exercises, then complete a small still life art or meditation experience is necessary. 1, 1225 Ave. A, Seaside. 3rd Tues. 4:30-6pm, 7:45 - 8:45pm Argentine schedule & instructor info visit: painting. This workshop is a great introduction Bring a journal and your favorite pen. All other Columbia Memorial Hospital, Columbia Tango Practica hosted by Es- CB ZUMBA. Low Impact Fitness for many ages. astoriaartsandmovement.com to painting or an excellent opportunity to flex supplies will be provided. Class fee:$30 (Note: Center, Chinok Rm, 2021 Exchange St., Astoria. telle and Celeste Olivares Licensed instruction. Tolovana Community well-formed artistic skills. $30 plus $10 materi- No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Qeustions call: 503-338-6230. als fee, 11am – 4pm at the Sou’wester Lodge in Hall 3779 S. Hemlock, Cannon Beach, Call Joy: • MONDAY Please contact Amy if you have a financial FRIDAY Seaview. RSVP at 360-642-2542. 503.738.6560 8:30 - 9:30am Zumba Dance hardship but want to take a class.) Call Amy KNITTING CLUB. Weekly on Tuesdays 5:30- 5:30-6:30pm Tribal Fusion Belly Fitness with Kim Postlewaite at 503-421-7412 or email amyselena888@ 6:30. Location: Coffee Girl, Pier 39 Astoria. Dance with Erika Hawkins Painting with Wool Workshop. 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Rosa Erlebach – Manzanita: Monday Nights 5 - 5:45 Call 368- 7:30 - 8:30pm Modern with Henige (4th Friday of each Jeanine Rumble, students will explore how to instructor. Ncrd. 36155 9th Street Nehalem, Or Marco Davis 6227 for more info. INCLUSIVE MEN’S GROUP. Meets at the Center month) create amazing 2-dimensional, painterly im- 97131(503) 368-4595 [email protected] • TUESDAY 8:30-9:30am: for Contemplative Arts in Manzanita. Sunday ages by needling wool into fabric. Landscapes, •SATURDAY evenings. 5:00pm - 8:pm. Next meeting June 9. Zumba with Joy Sigler portraits, abstracts, or animals—the sky is LECTIO DIVINA • Meditation with Holy Scrip- 10:30 – 12pm Contemp Benefit from the experience of a more diverse 7- 7:30pm Beg. Tap w/Marco Davis the limit! For more information or to sign up SPIRITUALITY ture. The Center for the Contemplative Arts, circle of men – all ages - all walks of life - all Dance (private) with Julia Gin- visit our website at: https://hoffmanarts.org/ Manzanita: Tuesday Mornings 10-11:30. Call 7:30-8:30pm Inter. Tap w/ points of view - let’s expand the possibilities. gerich & Celeste Olivares register/ LOOKING FOR A UNITY CHURCH? Join in a 368-6227 for more info. Some of us have been meeting together for Marco Davis 6-7pm: Argentine Tango “Celebration of Spirit” sponsored by Common 9 years. Others are new to the process. Either Ground Interspiritual Fellowship. This Sunday Fundamentals with Estelle way, each man adds to the evening. We all • WEDNESDAY BODY WORK•YOGA•FITNESS morning gathering is not defined by any LABYRINTH WALK • Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Olivares have connection to a vast knowledge. The 6-7:15pm: Belly Dance Basics particular belief system, and is especially Franklin St, Astoria, 3-6. Every 1st Sunday. 7-8pm: Intermediate Argen- intended for the “spiritual but not religious,” as group intelligence is more expansive than the with Jessamyn Grace QIGONG WALKING AND FORMS. Mondays, tine Tango Concepts well as those who draw from more than one individual awareness. There is a great release 7:15-8:15pm: Belly Dance starting January 23. With Donna Quinn. Qi- faith tradition. Time: Sundays 9:30 – 10:30 am and power in sharing our wisdom and our gong is an ancient Chinese health care system VOLUNTEER Choreography with SUNDAY Location: Franklin Ave. & 11th St. Astoria, in the vulnerabilities. We are confidential. We are that integrates physical postures, breathing Jessamyn Grace 9-10:30am: Tri-Dosha Yoga Wesley Room of the Methodist Church, (use inclusive. We are diverse. Bring Yourself - Be techniques and focused intention. Qigong (Chi building entrance on 11th). For more informa- CLATSOP COUNTY GENEALOGY SOCIETY is Yourself - Add Yourself to the mix. See what with Melissa Henige Kung) means cultivating energy, it is a system THURSDAY tion see http://cgifellowship.org, contact info@ embarking on county-wide cemeteryidentifi- happens. FMI: Darel Grothaus, darelgrothaus@ 1:00 - 2:30pm Character practiced for health maintenance, healing 8:30-9:30am Zumba with Joy cgifellowship.org, or call 916-307-9790. cation and cataloging project. Cemeteries are raincity.com and increasing vitality. Free community class, Dojo with Rachel Lionheart among the most valuable of historic resources. Sigler 7:30am at RiversZen Yoga in Astoria. (4th Sunday of each month) They are reminders of our settlement patterns ENCORE – Join us for the ENCORE Lunch Bunch 5:30 - 6:30pm Improv Tribal A COURSE IN MIRACLES STUDY GROUP A and can reveal information about our historic 5-8pm Burlesque (private) Course in Miracles study group will meet on the first Friday of each month. Questions Belly Dance with Julie Ko- CLASSICAL BELLY DANCE. Classes held Sun- events, ethnicity,religion, lifestyles and geneal- 3:00 - 4:30pm Improv Jam Sundays from 3-5pm at the Ocean Park Library about Lunch Bunch? Call Gerrie Penny 360- vatch thru Dec 27 days 3-4:30 @ Tolovana Community Hall 3778 conference room as of April 1st. All meetings ogy. The society is seeking volunteers tojoin 244-3018 or Carey Birkenfeld, 503-791-3917. with Rachel Lionheart (4th s. Hemlock Cannon Beach. Drop in $10. Every- are open to the public and free of charge. The members in identifying and visiting cem- ENCORE is a membership organization for Sunday of each month) one welcome. Info call Sarah 971-601-0127. Course in Miracles is a spiritual practice, Chris- eteries to catalog theinformation for future people age 50 and older who are interested tian in nature, dealing with universal themes generations. The society would also be grateful in life-long learning opportunities. ENCORE YOGA IN NEHALEM.North County Recreation and experience. The Course will address forany information from the public regarding (Exploring New Concepts of Retirement Educa- District. Mon. 5:15-6:45pm/Beginning Classical existential questions such as “Who am I?”, old cemeteries and burial sitesthat may not tion) is sponsored by Clatsop Community Col- NORTH COAST LA LECHE LEAGUE. Pregnant women, mothers, babies & toddlers welcome. Topics Yoga. Tues. 4-5:30pm/Feel Good Flow Yoga. “Where did I come from?”, “What is my purpose be commonly known. If you are interested, lege and offers classes in a variety of subjects, discussed: preparing for birth and breastfeeding, adjusting to motherhood, parenting babies Wed. 8-9:30a/Mid-Life Yoga, Leading You into here?”, as well as the practice of undoing fear contact thesociety at www.clatsopcounty- social events, and occasional educational and toddlers, breastfeeding basics, benefits and challenges of breastfeeding, nutrition, and Your 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and Beyond! Wed. 5:45- and guilt, attainment of inner peace, healing of [email protected] or call 503-325-1963 or trips. For more information, please refer to weaning. Astoria: 1st Tuesdays 5:30-7pm.Blue Scorcher Bakery1493 Duane St, Astoria. Seaside: 3rd 7:15pm/Restorative Yoga. Thurs. 8-9:30am/ sickness and of relationships, forgiveness and 503-298-8917. our website: www.encorelearn.org or contact Thursdays 10-12. Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway St, Seaside. Call or text LLL Leader Megan Chair Yoga.Thurs 5:45-7:15pm/Hatha for All compassion, prayer/meditation and enlighten- Leah Olson, Clatsop Community College Com- Oien for breastfeeding support at 503-440-4942 or LLL leader Kestrel Gates at 503-453-3777. Or Yoga. Fri 8-9:30am/Very Gentle Yoga. Fri 11:30- ment. The Course in Miracles books will be munity Education Coordinator, 503-338-2408 message us through facebook at North Coast La Leche League. 1pm/Living Yoga. Sat. 8-9:30am/Classical Yoga. available for use and purchase at the meetings. OR TOLL FREE AT 1-855-252-8767. JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com 22 Messages snowmen and precious metals! – which last I checked is what Sonja Grace Medicine will leap forward with everyone is striving for. vaccines for some of the tough- Again, our thoughts are mystic healer est illnesses. Cancer becomes creating our reality as fast as we curable in the mainstream and can think it. Get your health on a new virus balances the scales track. Do the inner work and A Special Request from the causing deaths in many coun- resolve your emotional wounds. tries. Bionic humans continue to Forgive the people who have Dogs & Cats at the THE FUTURE has been pre- that could bring a Christmas take shape with new implants wronged you. When it seems dicted since the beginning of delivery. Monumental winds controlled via computers. dark and the world is full of CLATSOP COUNTY SHELTER time. Now that we are in the will transform the landscape Robots are in full swing and op- despair remember you are fifth dimension, we are moving bringing about the largest erating transportation as well as being pushed to grow, change at lightning speed. The future storms to date. Rising water on space travel. Remember your and spiritually evolve! Happy We’re a little low on supplies. is in a liquid state morphing the east coast will remind the grandfather telling you if only New Year! and developing as fast as we people of our warming climate, cars could fly? This is going to Would you please help? can think it. Be mindful of what that will ultimately lead to an hit the market in 2019. Move you want, love, hate, reject ice age. Politicians are in for a over George Jetson! For over thirty years, award Dog Food – Nature’s Domain (Costco) and embrace. It all affects the wild ride. Drama prevails as the North Korea will have their winning author and Mystic collective manifestation of our leader and his close allies fall. back up and declare a whole lot Healer, Sonja Grace has been Cat Food – Nature’s Domain (Costco) future. The second in command is also of drama. China will intercept offering her international This New Year is numerically removed and the third steps in and become a great ally to clientele, immediate stability, High Quality Kitten Food a three-year presenting the op- to power. The country rocks with the United States. Sightings of clarity, and guidance. Sonja is an portunity to work together, unite upheaval, riots and a feeling of UFO’s will be more frequent, energy surgeon who works with 50 Gallon Garbage Bags communities and uncover the justification. and extra-terrestrials will make the physical, emotional, mental 13 Gallon Tall Kitchen Bags truth. Turbulence, disruption Meanwhile in the financial their grand debut on earth - and spiritual bodies. She and upheaval are a part of this market we witness rough waters disclosure will come from the helps clients process emotional Paper Towels transformative year. Earthquakes and high winds causing a ETs not governments. A great wounds, clear karma and gain in many countries will rock the near crash that is recovered in nation will shift, and Brexit will inner peace. Cat Toys (No Catnip) world - as the earth herself is remarkable time. Aid from other vanish into thin air. Bitcoin is Sonja’s new book ‘Dancing transforming. Volcanic erup- countries renews our faith and still ahead of its time and will with Raven and Bear, A Book Bleach tions are more wide spread and we are able to pick ourselves come into fruition in the next of Earth Medicine and Animal Dog Kongs (Black only please) even the most dormant moun- up and dust off the fear. We five years. 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wordwisdom Clatsop County 503-861-7387 IT’S A BRAND NEW YEAR. So far, all is good. is orderly and exudes a goodness that a soul izing from the Animal Shelter Tuesday thru Saturday Nothing unpleasant has come my way yet. needs. specific. 1315 SE 19th Street Noon to 4pm How’s that for optimism? The reality is, that Many people are affected negatively I hesitate life being what it is, concerns and problems these days by the uncertainties of our big- to address Warrenton, OR 97146 will arise. That’s a promise and a guarantee. ger world. The corruption in governments matters of How many of you are thrilled that 2018 is and in timeless religious institutions can’t the soul too over? Was last year complicated and fraught do anything but impact a person, even deeply. It with drama? Isnt’ it amazing that we think on a subconscious level. Impatience, fear, makes some people uncomfortable. We’re that the turn of a calendar page will change anxiety, anger—if these emotions currently a pragmatic and evolved society, one the nature of life! The land of Next Year and seem more prevalent in your life, you are not thatrelies too much on appearances and su- Later and Maybe. alone. Throw in a dose of helplessness, and perficiality. We suffer a kind ofsoul-sickness I found a book on my shelf that I forgot I the human soul suffers. these days. had. Brand new and untouched. It’s a book Our society does not necessarily That said, I’m suggesting you find about container plantings. I’m fascinated address the needs of the soul. We are a something that gives you moments of with the items used as containers: Old materialistic world. While a quest for soul peace. Gardening, yoga, volunteer work, shoes. wicker baskets, wooden crates, paint- nourishment is often pursued via church, par- acts of kindness ...add anything you want to ed tin cans. I like the simple directions and ticipating in like-minded groups and reading, step by step pictures. I’ve been making a list it is mostly a quiet pursuit. It is some- the list, and if it works for you, treasure it. of supplies needed and having fun deciding times so quiet, that one does not realize There is no right way to discover your on the plants I’ll use. I am feeling a sense of that the angst, remorse, sadness and other own peace. optimism. Creating a small contained garden inexplicable feelings are signs of a mal- Tobi Nason is a counselor in Warrenton The Lower Columbia Clinic satisfies my sense of creativity. I can take care nourished soul. A soul in quest. Looking for (503) 440-0587. Call for an appointment... of a contained garden easily. In a world of soul food in all the wrong places. The mall, or just to share thoughts and ideas. I will Thomas S. Duncan, M.D. • Susan L Skinner, CNM, CFNP Welcome to a New Year... chaos and bad people, a container garden addictions,maladaptive responses, general- listen. 595 18th, Astoria • 503-325-9131

23 JAN 19 hipfishmonthly.com Whole PLANET Health It’s Really Very Simple PLANET

JANUARY 2019 marks the incoming

of this column, and we’re calling it

By Margaret Hammet-McDonald

Whole Planet Health.

Rotating contributor Margaret Hammet-

McDonald, of whom has dedicated many a word to HIPFiSHmonthly through her pithy column Bike Madame, is a Naturapathic Physician and Acupuncturist, based in Cannon Beach – good health at the end of her every article. and joy doesn’t always enter the equation. she kicks it off this month. I cannot improve upon her eloquence, but Yet this season emphasizes pleasure in be- Kaisa Schlarb is a feature contributor I’ll do my best to convey these principles ing nourished. That’s why Chinese medicine to HIPFiSH, conducts the Street Spotlight through the lens of Chinese medicine, focuses not just on what we eat (yay, whole interviews, and has done in depth coverage where seasonal changes provide the foods!), but also on how we eat: slowly, of issues related to homelessness. Below foundation for an understanding of whole- mindfully, joyfully, companionably. she gives us a taste of what she’ll be person, whole-planet wellness. Autumn/Metal/Creativity and Non- digging into as we progress with this Spring/Wood/Movement: In classical Attachment: Metal, the element associ- longtime health spot formerly occupied Chinese philosophy, the Five Elements are ated with autumn, symbolizes everything by Dr. Tracy Erfling. not static essences but dynamic move- brilliant, like the season’s dazzling colors. Happy, Healthy New Year! ments. Wood represents growth, vitality, Yet even as autumn invites our creativity - Dinah Urell, Publisher and exuberance. Imagine not the stately to shine, it is also the season of releasing I look forward to exploring how we can mature oak but the supple bamboo. Like in preparation for winter. As trees let go of adapt our life and values to a changing “IT’S REALLY VERY SIMPLE,” a nobleman this pliant plant, we are made to move. Lest their leaves to enter into the cold season’s world, whether in light of our climate future, instructs his obtuse guards in Monty Python the dread word “exercise” conjure visions dormant state, so too does autumn encour- the landscape changes of the subduction and the Holy Grail. “Wait here until I get of 1980s aerobics classes with puffing folks age us to let go of the non-essential. Metal zone earthquake, or maintaining health in back and make sure he doesn’t leave.” in terry-cloth sweatbands, the 2,000-year- reflects our truths back to ourselves and an age of disproportionate access to care. (“He” is the nobleman’s son, eager to flee old Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Medicine gives us the courage to cut ourselves free My goal is to bring forward the people or an arranged marriage for a singing career.) recommends activities that emphasize flex- from whatever constrains us. systems already at work in the community, Satisfied that the explanation has penetrat- ibility and are gentle on one’s joints, such Winter/Water/Hydration and Rest: Water who have the knowledge and expertise to ed the guards’ skulls, the nobleman leaves, as Taiji, Qigong, and walking. exemplifies winter, as cool depths under- address the myriad of challenges we are only to find the guards following him. living through. What are our native Early Summer/Fire/Passion and Cen- ground, snow falling, and ice spreading. medicinal herbs and how do we Like the nobleman’s instructions, radiant teredness: Early summer, a time when This quiet, dark season invites us to go repopulate our landscape with home- health is really very simple. But because nature flourishes, embodies the paradox of inward, to rest, to reflect. This is crucial in grown medicine? What are creative clean we’re deluged in contradictory information, fire: passion and calm, living a life of both a society where we’re expected to “get up water practices in a town with aging with little time to weigh its reliability, we vibrancy and peace. While fire can destroy, and go” all the time, where we don’t allow plumbing infrastructure? What does a barter follow health trends with the same enthu- candles illumine and provide a focus for the ourselves the restorative sleep our body- economy really look like siasm as the guards. And although we, like meditator. Early summer is ideal for tending minds need for immune function. Winter and how does it already exist among neighbors and friends? the nobleman’s son, “just want to sing,” we one’s inner fire, which supplies the energy also raises our awareness of water’s critical end up in arranged marriages with fad diets for our cherished causes and nourishes our role in maintaining our health. As liquid We know the world is changing in ways and products, building our health castle on spirits. beings, our need for hydration manifests in that can elicit fear, but how open we are to adapting and moving with these changes is a swamp as the nobleman’s ancestors did. Late Summer/Earth/Nutrition: Late sum- myriad ailments if we don’t heed it. going to be our path of hope. Dr. Tracy Erfling, whom I’m honored to mer is the resplendent time when we savor So as both Monty Python and the Yellow the nourishment Earth provides. Choosing Emperor say, “It’s really very simple.” I wish - Kaisa Schlarb follow as writer of this column, beautifully summarized the fundamental principles of the “right” diet can be a fraught decision, you well, in all the seasons of our lives.

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. Understaning Your Grief Understanding Your Grief is a free support group for anyone experiencing the loss of someone. This group is a safe place to AT LAST, the answer to the question, “Are and Champagne along with explore the challenges you face as you journey on your unique we there yet?” With the start of the New so much more that comes from afar. We are Variations on a path of grief. Year, we have navigated through the plethora lucky to be in a place where people of myriad You will have the opportunity to learn about the grief process, of holidays swirling through November and cultures have gathered over time. It makes CHAMPAGNE identify new coping strategies, and engage in the discussions December like drunk drivers in bumper cars. I no difference if we arrived or were born to COCKTAIL: about a variety of topics related to the healing process. am aware that very many (maybe even most) this place, we benefit from the opportunity to Grief can be difficult. Each person experiences this differently and may have different needs for a group setting. of you are fans of one year-end holiday or an- celebrate the music, art, stories and food each My family considered a This group meets the 3rd Thursday of every month. 4:30pm - other. I see you shopping, I see the trees tied of us antes up when we join a community. Champagne Cocktail to be a 6pm. Please contact Jeanette Johnson, LCSW at 503-338-6230 to car roofs, I see the crammed parking lots So, Champagne! Although we often think couple of drops of bitters on with any questions. CMH Columbia Center. 2021 Marine Dr. a sugar cube dropped into a on Black Friday mornings, I see the menorahs of all sparkling wine as Champagne, if it’s not Astoria through your windows, I see the astounding from the Champagne region of France and flute of bubbly. number of holiday films I have to scroll through restricted by a surfeit of other rules, it’s not Other versions are fancier, to find a real movie on my Netflix menu. Champagne. The Northwest produces some the wine being graced with Cognac and/or Grand Mar- Trigger Point Release Class Assigning a brand new year on January 1st exceptionally good sparkling wines. I’ve done HOW TO RELEASE a tight muscle in 30 sec- nier and/or Raspberries and/ is essentially a human conceit but I’ll take it. the research. For truly special occasions, like onds or less! A FREE class at Graceful Waves It works as an annual touchstone and a kind a bright, shiny, yet to be dented New Year, I or Chambord, etc. Chirpractic in Wheeler offers this to the com- of permission to try again, keep up the good want Champagne. munity, Thur. Dec 13, 6:15 to 7:15pm. Bring work, take a mulligan. No matter how the pre- For special events, I think one should spring Variations on a KIR ROYALE: a friend to be your “massage partner” for vious year went, a New Year arrives with a sigh for the good stuff and not muck it up with a A splash of Creme de Cassis this hour where you will learn how to release of relief akin to the feeling one gets watching bunch of other ingredients. However, there are in the bottom of a flute, a tight muscle with a quick and gently tech- topped with Champagne nique. The conclusion of the class includes a a holiday house guest’s tail lights disappear in many lovely ways to enjoy bubbles. The year brief DEMO of Graceful Waves unique care the distance. is young. Celebrate now before the inevitable and garnished with a couple of raspberries. The addition services, and an opportunity to schedule a I think Champagne is in order! This is a and distracting realities of life come back into specially discounted evaluation to discover if of the raspberries is iffy in thought I often have that is generally unre- focus. we can help you. January. lated to the date or occasion, but never mind MIMOSA: Champagne and orange juice, Graceful Waves Chiropractic is located at 278 Rowe St. #210 in that. I believe wholeheartedly in buying local, hopefully fresh squeezed. New Year’s Day is A drizzle of Pomegranate or Wheeler. 503.368.WELL(9355). gracefulwaveschiropractic.com knowing my farmer, supporting our local food smack in the middle of citrus season, try a Cranberry juice topped with economy and working to see that others do Cara Cara, Blood Orange or one of the many Champagne and garnished the same. Having said that, I also like coffee, luscious Mandarins and Tangerines. with a twist. SEASIDE WALKERS chocolate, bananas, citrus, Roquefort, Gruyere If you enjoy being outdoors, waking and meeting new people join SEA- A tiny bit of Framboise SIDE WALKRS - Facebook group. We are an informal group of people mixed with Creme de Cassis, that enjoy walking in our beautiful community. topped with bubbles Free Membership,fresh air, meet new people, always have someone to walk with. Dogs/kids okay! Martha Stewart suggests gar- ALWAYS HAVE SOMEONE TO WALK WITH • CHILDREN AND (WELL nishing your Kir with a rose BEHAVED) DOGS WELCOME. petal or Borage blossom to which I reply, “Cripes!” It is possible to gild until the lily Saturday Morning Meditation is no longer visible. JOIN LARKIN STENTZ every Saturday morning from 10am to 11 am for a guided group meditation in our beautiful wellness trailer at The Variations on a FRENCH 75: Sou’wester Lodge in Seaview, WA. Open to the public, fee is by donation. 1/2 ounce fresh squeezed Coming together our energies, perception, and ability to deeply lemon juice connect to our inner being is enhanced. Gaia is calling us to deepen our 1 ounce gin connection to her and one another. 1/4 teaspoon simple syrup Larkin has been practicing meditation for 40 years. He is the owner of Green Angel Gardens on the Long Beach Peninsula, and is an accom- 3 ounces +/- Champagne plished musician and teacher. Put everything but the This meditation is part of our Weekly Wellness Offerings, daily wellness bubbles in a shaker and options available at The Sou’wester Lodge. For more details: http://www. shake until thoroughly cold. souwesterlodge.com/wellness/weekly-wellness-offerings/ Tune in to FOOD TALK, an irreverent conversation about home cooking with Pour into a flute and top with hosts Merianne Myers and Linda Perkins. First and Third Mondays Champagne. Columbia River Meditaion Group of every month, 9:30 to 10 am on Coast Community Radio, KMUN 91.9fm, KTCB 89.5fm, Depending on where you’re Columbia River Meditaion Group Meets Wed 5:30-7:30pm, Towler Hall rm 306 at CCC. Meditation can reduce stress, increase health, creativity and efficiency, and streaming and available as podcast from and what you like, substitute rum or cognac for lead to a more deeply satisfying and richerl ife. Led by ordained Zen priest/non- at coastradio.org. the gin. religious. Many different styles practiced, discussion of common problems encoun- tered during meditation, focus on deveoping a regualr practice. All welcome.

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FOODGROOVE Buoy Beer Company releases the first batch of their Foeder Series Woohoo!!!!!!

THREE VARIATIONS of Buoy Beer’s first Foeder release will include a Brett Saison, a dry-hopped Brett Saison, and a Brett Saison with cranberries. Buoy Beer Company will release their first Foeder beer this January 2019. Brett Saison is a blend of three saisons all featuring pilsner, wheat, Vienna, and buckwheat malts. Additions of Oregon-grown Meridian hops are layered throughout and citrus zest from lemons, oranges, and grapefruits were steeped North in the whirlpool. All three saisons were originally fermented in stainless and one of them was acidified with lactobacillus. Once combined in the Foeder, County the beer was inoculated with our blend of Brettanomyces and left to age for 10 months. The 60BBL Foeder arrived at Buoy Beer in early 2018, purchased from The Pie Day Commons Brewery at the time of their closure. Previously, the Foeder was used By by Anchorage Brewing in Alaska. The Foeder addition was welcomed by the Buoy brewers, who are excited to expand the styles brewed and create unique Victoria Stopiello beers with classical methods. “Our Foeder has a lot of history to it and we are honored to be able to continue making beer with it,” says Kevin Shaw, Head Brewer. “This Foeder project has been a lot of fun because it is different than most everything else we have done at the brewery so far. It has been the I HEARD A STORY years ago about a If you are interested in volunteering chance to step outside the box a bit and try something different. Tillamook County resident who absolutely at the event, baking a pie for the feast We are all very proud of what we created.” loved pie, loved pie so much that he or auction, or sponsoring North County This marks the second specialty bottle release by Buoy Beer ended his life with pie. He was like me, Pie Day, please contact Joel Caris at joel. Company and the continued use of their specialty bottle label. A enjoying a slice of pie standing up with [email protected] or 503-705-7100 departure from their classic logo-centric year-round and seasonal no utensils, just a slice of pie in one hand, for more information. labels, the specialty label artwork incorporates artwork from Pacific looking out the window above his kitchen Northwest artists. The Brett Saison label artwork was created by FOOD ROOTS (foodrootsnw.org) exists sink—and dropped dead from a massive Ashley Montangue, an artist from Portland. The label depicts an to grow a robust food system on the heart attack. Obviously he died doing octopus pouring himself a beer from the Foeder. north Oregon coast through community what he enjoyed. “We were excited to incorporate Ashley’s art into these bottles,” engagement, education, food producer Now that may be taking things to an says Jessyka Dart-Mclean, Marketing Manager. “Ashley has been and entrepreneur support, and improved extreme, but you have an opportunity to doing live art at our annual Red, White & Buoy event for the past 4 access to local food throughout Tillamook eat just about as much pie as you like, years. His artwork is all over our restaurant wall so it seemed fitting County. Specific activities in North County, with an amazing variety of pie as well to include him.” include providing garden-based lessons while benefiting two Tillamook County When the Brettanomyces was done “doing its thing” in the and farm field trips to Nehalem Elemen- organizations: White Clover Grange and Foeder, the beer was divided into three parts: 1/3 released as-is, tary students, conducting free 6-week Food Roots. 1/3 dry-hopped with Azacca, El Dorado, and Meridian hops, and Seed to Supper gardening workshops This year’s North County Pie Day will 1/3 infused with Starvation Alley cranberries. The first two will hit for low-income adults, and providing be held 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. SATURDAY, the shelves in January, with the cranberry version spending a cou- matched savings accounts to local farmers JANUARY 26 at White Clover Grange ple extra months in wine barrels before being released. All three and entrepreneurs, with $60,000 in capital located at 36585 Hwy 53, about 2 miles variations will be available in refillable 500ml bottles distributed provided to five graduates in the Nehalem east of Hwy 101. The Grange has plenty sparsely throughout the Oregon/Washington area. area so far and an additional $96,000 in of parking and is landmarked by a humor- The Brett Saison and dry-hopped Brett Saison will release in matched and saved capital currently being ous cow sculpture. bottles & on draft at Buoy on January 12th. Belmont Station will release the bottles on January 18th. Cor- accrued by nine other local farmers and For a mere $10 admission ($5 for vallis Brew Supply will release the bottles on January 18th. entrepreneurs based in and around the children 12 and under) you will have the Nehalem area. opportunity to bid on quite fabulous pies to take home—described with stunning WHITE CLOVER GRANGE (whiteclo- Lutefish oh Lutefisk wit by auctioneer Susan Tone, returning vergrange.org) maintains and preserves for her fifth year. Liz Cole will be perform- the historic Grange building located LUTEFISK DINNER ing “Ode to Pie.” To top off the afternoon, on Highway 53 and provides it as a you will participate in the wonderful pie venue for community events, workshops, SUOMI HALL feast that follows the auction. educational activities, dances and other SHAMEFULLY, I was a Lutefisk Virgin. Leading the pie-pack this year was Mike entertainment, and as a space for area Growing up in a Finnish household, Ehlen with a hand-picked wild huckleberry nonprofits to use at a discounted rate. the smell of Lutefisk is no Scandinavian pie. Other “celebrity” pie makers are Among other purposes, the Grange has myth, especially if your father has it Julie Barker of Buttercup providing a local acted as a host for Seed to Supper gar- soaking in a vat of lye in the basement. lamb shepherd’s pie, Marie Scovell doing dening workshops, seed exchanges, farm And that’s how you make Lutefisk. another venison mince meat pie, and film showings, farmer listening sessions, a However, upon some courage, I at- Carol Peterson doing a mile high lemon variety of agricultural workshops, special tended the Suomi Hall annual Lutefisk meringue pie. Renee Delight-La Torre dances, holiday bazaars, fundraisers, and Dinner, and low and behold, it was and Kim Miller will surprise us with pie other activities. White Clover Grange has tasty. The yummy mustard sauce, and the semi-jelly like texture of the cod, just scrumptious! Now, that ingredients yet to be determined. Other partnered with multiple local nonprofits, still may have to do with having Finnish taste buds. Nonetheless, all the rest of the grub was quite satis- talented pie bakers are lining up to fill out including 4-H Youth Development, Food fying too. Coupled with the joy of partaking in a very old Scandinavian tradition and doing ones part in the auction pie list. Roots, the Nehalem Valley Farm Trust, Ful- keeping Suomi Hall up and running—there’s no mistaking the value. North County Pie Day is presented by de crum Community Resources, the Rinehart The dinner includes potatoes and meatballs and assorted vegetables, coffee, bread and dessert! Garde Brewing. This event’s other sponsors Clinic, Friends of Family Farmers, the Ne- + Entertainment, Raffle, and Silent Auction. include Valerie Schumann, Principal Broker halem Bay Garden Club, OSU Extension, at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Hans and others. Saturday, Jan 12. Adults $25, Seniors, $20, Children under 12, $15. Tonjes, Real Estate Broker, and Unfurl. Suomi Hall, 244 West Marine Dr in Uniontown, Astoria.

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How industrial forest practices are undermining egon’s climate agenda PLEASE JOIN US FOR A DISCUSSION PRESENTED BY ENVIRONMENTALClatsop Community College, Clatsop Community College, Columbia Hall, Astoria ECONOMIST DR. JOHN ColumbiaTALBERTH Hall, Astoria FridayAND CLIMATE JUSTICEDoors open @ 6:30 pm Doors open @ 6:30 pm Presentations begin @ 7 pm JanuaryADVOCATE 11th, DAPHNE 2019 WYSHAMPresentations begin @ 7 pm TOPICS WILL INCLUDE: • Climate impacts of industrial logging practices in the coast range and Oregon • Global corporate timberlands (llcs) contribution of Please join us for a discussion Please join us for a discussion presented by Environmentalgreenhouse gases in Oregon presented by Environmental Economist Dr. John Talberth and Economist Dr. John Talberth and Climate Justice advocate Daphne Climate• Ecologically Justice advocate destructive Daphne logging practices and how Wysham. Topics will include: Wysham. Topics will include: they make climate adaptation challenging • Climate impacts of industrial logging practices in the • coastClimate range impacts and Oregonof industrial logging practices in the coast• Climate-smart range and Oregon forestry practices offering a solution John Gorka • Global corporate timberlands (llcs) contribution of • greenhouseGlobal corporate gases timberlands in Oregon (llcs) contribution of greenhouse• gases Oregon’s in Oregon forest policies and proposed • Ecologically destructive logging practices and how • Ecologically destructive loggingclimate practices and legislation how in Concert they make climate adaptation challenging they make climate adaptation challenging • Climate-smart forestry practices offering a solution • Climate-smart• forestry Why practices forest offering carbon a solution offsets represent a • Oregon’s forest policies and proposedfalse climateclimate solution • legislationOregon’s forest policies and proposed climate legislation January 17, 2019 7:30pm • Why forest carbon offsets represent a false climate • solutionWhy forest carbon offsets represent a false climate FRIDAY solution JAN 11 Astoria’s Performing Arts Center Clatsop Community College Columbia Hall, Astoria Tickets at Liberty Box Oce 1651 Lexington Ave. | Astoria, OR 97103 | www.clatsopcc.edu Doors Open @ 6:30pm1651 Lexington Ave. | Astoria, OR 97103 | www.clatsopcc.edu The views and opinions expressed by the presenters are those of the presenters and do not necessarily refl ect the offi cial policy or position of Clatsop TheCommunity views and College.opinions expressed by the presenters are those of the presenters and do not necessarily refl ect the offi cial policy or position of Clatsop Community College. & Online at LibertyAstoria.org Presentatins begins at 7pmClatsop Community College is an affi rmative action, equal opportunity institution. ADA accessible. For the complete Non-Discrimination and ClatsopAccomodations Community statements, College please is an affivisit rmative https://www.clatsopcc.edu/about-ccc/policies/affi action, equal opportunity institution. ADA accessible. rmative-action-gender-equity For the complete Non-Discrimination. and coastradio.org Accomodations statements, please visit https://www.clatsopcc.edu/about-ccc/policies/affi rmative-action-gender-equity. Clatsop Community College es una institución de igualdad de oportunidades y de discriminación positiva. Para las declaraciones completas de ClatsopNo-discriminacion Community yCollege de Ayuda es unaa las institución personas de discapacitadas, igualdad de oportunidadespor favor visite y https://www.clatsopcc.edu/about-ccc/policies/affide discriminación positiva. Para las declaraciones completas rmative- de No-discriminacionaction-gender-equity y de .Ayuda a las personas discapacitadas, por favor visite https://www.clatsopcc.edu/about-ccc/policies/affi rmative- action-gender-equity.

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