News from the Nehalem Bay Health District

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Nehalem Bay Health Center and Pharmacy Update

For the week of: 12/16/2024

What to expect this week:
– First floor perimeter and interior wall framing.
– Second floor joist framing.
– Retaining wall footing at generator and transformer area to be formed and poured.

Major milestones on the project:
– Building structural steel has been installed.
– Carpentry crews mobilized to the site and delivered the lumber donated by Hampton Lumber.
– Excavation and subgrade prep at generator

About the new Health Center and Pharmacy:
– The new Health Center and Pharmacy project is a direct result of the five-year strategic plan the Health District adopted in 2019. That plan, now being updated, identified enhanced local health care as a top community priority.
– The new Health Center will triple the size of the current facility (the former Rinehart Clinic) and have space to accommodate specialty services, including dental and x-ray. 
– The new Health Center will have 15 exam and procedure rooms, a major upgrade from the existing facility.
– The new Health Center has been designed with energy efficiency and sustainability in mind and will include a solar array, an emergency generator and a variety of energy saving features. 

Have questions?
– Email the Health District at: info@nehalembayhd.org
– Call: Kevin McMurry: 503-753-1185, Jake Werger: 971-221-5958 or Marc Johnson: 208-866-6864
– Visit the District website: www.nehalembayhd.org

The 6th Annual Community Gratitude Jar Project

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The 6th Annual North Coast Community Gratitude Jar project is underway through the end of December.
www.communitygratitudejar.com

Visit one of our local Community Gratitude Jar hosts in Manzanita, Nehalem, and Wheeler, write who/what you are grateful for on the provided slips of paper, and place in the jar through December 30th. This is free for all ages to participate.

2024 NORTH COAST COMMUNITY GRATITUDE JAR HOSTS:

Wild Grocery & Cafe
Cloud & Leaf Bookstore
Manzanita News & Espresso
The Pine Grove Community House
Manzanita Visitors Center
Nehalem Lumber Co.
North Coast Pinball
The Roost
Heart of Cartm

What happens to your gratitude?
It ripples out and supports community spirit.
On New Year’s Eve, during a community celebration, all gratitudes will be read aloud and archived in our “Library of Gratitude” – six years in the making!

SAVE THE DATE: December 31st from 7pm-midnight for a family-friendly NYE celebration at The Pine Grove Community House with food, drinks, gratitude jar reading, music & dancing, costumes, a midnight parade to the beach, and festive community collaboration, co-sponsored by Fulcrum Community Resources and The Pine Grove Community House!

Storm took skeleton’s Santa hat

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The Friday 13th storm took away my skeleton’s Santa hat in Wheeler. Oh no! It’s cold, n stormy. A bare skeleton needs warmth (and Christmas spirit) The hat could be anywhere. Those winds, hail, and rain were fun and awesome … and the hat went for a ride. Somewhere.
Maybe a Mermaid will find it in the river?
Maybe a Salmon has decided to wear it?
Maybe a Bird has a new warm nest?
Maybe a Coyote is sporting it and is the envy of it’s buddies (maybe The Coyote added the word ACME to it to chase after a Roadrunner?)
Maybe it’s perched atop an Elk’s antlers?
It’s likely gone. But perhaps You’ve seen it blowing past?
Or perhaps somebody with a little Bit of Grinchy spirit of the season has a spare hat or scarf they’d like to keep my skeleton warm with? Feel free to adorn my skeleton at Spruce and Hwy 101. You’ll see the skeleton shivering on the porch.
Thank you in advance for laughing along with me, and having fun! Stay silly. Have a magical and beautiful day! Jon

House to share in an amazing part of Bayside Gardens.

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Hello, my name is Drew. This comfortable home is next to Elk Meadows Park, a Nature Preserve, a short walk to the Bay and trails to the State Park.
2 rooms (bedroom and studio/office), private bathroom and entry, high ceilings, hardwood floors. Shared area is an open floor plan, large kitchen, dining area, living room, fireplace. Plenty of garden space for growing and relaxing.
I am a long time local (30 yrs) and have raised a family in this home. I’m quiet, respectful and self employed as a video creator/tech.
I’m looking for a mature, stable and respectful person to share this peaceful space. Pets are negotiable. Drop me an email briefly explaining your situation and I will provide photos, the costs involved and answer any questions.
Looking forward to meeting you. Cheers, Drew.

WANDA’S HOLIDAY DINNER TAKEOUT MENU TAKING ORDERS UNTIL 12/20/24

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Wanda’s Holiday Takeout Dinner Menu:
Turkey – Roasted to perfection, our juicy and flavorful turkey is the perfect centerpiece for your holiday meal.
Rustic Garlic Mashed Potatoes – Creamy and dreamy, these mashed potatoes are made with russet potatoes, butter, milk, cream, and garlic. They’re the perfect side dish to soak up all the delicious gravy.
Turkey Gravy – Rich and flavorful, our turkey gravy is made with the drippings from the roasted turkey and a blend of herbs and spices. It’s the perfect complement to the turkey and mashed potatoes.
Green Beans Almondine – Fresh and bright, these green beans are tossed with almonds, butter, garlic, and lemon juice. They’re the perfect light and refreshing side dish to complement the heavier dishes on the table.
Cranberry Chutney – Sweet and tangy, our cranberry chutney perfectly complements the richness of the turkey and mashed potatoes. It’s made with cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and spices.
Asiago Dinner Rolls – These rolls are made with asiago cheese, which gives them a slightly nutty flavor. They’re the perfect way to start or end your meal.
Pumpkin Mousse Tart – A creamy pumpkin mousse with warm spices and a buttery graham cracker crust.
$25 per meal. Email your order to info@WandasCafe.com or call 503-368-8100. Orders must be placed by 12/20/24.
Pickup is on Tuesday, December 24th. Closed Christmas Day.

Free Leather Loveseat-

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FlexSteel Leather loveseat approx 64″ wide
Dark green heavy duty leather. Non-smoker, No scratches, stains or marring. This is made with really tough leather! It doesn’t show any wear. Seriously!
It has a steel frame and is very sturdy and comfortable

You’ll have to move and transport it … I can’t help you, sorry. You’ll need at least a couple of really strong people because this thing is HEAVY.

Free Free Free!
I’m moving soon.

Text me at 971-344-3454

Create a Holiday Ornament for Kids

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Create a Holiday Ornament for kids of all ages!
Saturday, December 21
2pm-3pm
Manzanita Visitor Center
Free!

Kids of all ages are welcome to attend our Create an Ornament workshop. Make an ornament to give as a gift or put on the tree!

Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/make-your-own-ornament-for-kids-tickets-1100544561409?aff=oddtdtcreator

Nehalem Bay Health District Board

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Nehalem Bay Health District Regular Board Meeting

5:30 PM, Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Location: Zoom remote video conferencing

This meeting is open to the public.

The Zoom link below is for members of the public who wish to attend

The Zoom link can also be accessed at the Health District website

Join Zoom Meeting
us02web.zoom.us/j/85404402524?pwd=Sy9QWWhzME1aV25EVXJTcHVBOFQyUT09

For general questions, to request meeting information
or if you require communication assistance or accommodation please contact: info@nehalembayhd.org
or call 503-368-5119

AGENDA

1. Call to order

2. Consent agenda
a. Minutes of November 27, 2024 meeting
b. Financial report
c. President’s report

3. Health Center/Pharmacy project update
a. Chris Mastrandrea – The Klosh Group

4. Discussion of bond arbitrage analysis

5. Proposed FY 2024-25 budget development schedule

6. Independent audit update

7. Public comment

8. Items for the good of the order

9. Adjournment

2 MORE SHOWS THIS WEEKEND! ‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’ AT NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

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SEE THE TIMELESS HOLIDAY STORY LIVE ON STAGE!
2 MORE SHOWS THIS WEEKEND AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM.
TICKETS AND SHOW TIMES FOR THIS CHRISTMAS CLASSIC: www.RiverbendPlayers.org
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY transforms the beloved holiday classic into a 1940s radio broadcast, and you’re part of the live audience.
Set in a live studio, actors portray the story of George Bailey, a man who, feeling his life has been meaningless, is shown by an angel what the world would be like without him.
With live sound effects and multiple characters, the play captures the heartwarming tale of family, friendship, and finding hope when needed most.
Directed by Frank Squillo.
The remaining shows will be held from December 14th to 22nd at the NCRD Performing Arts Center in Nehalem.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM
Tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org
All new season passes are on sale, saving you 20% off the regular price and securing your favorite seats for every show next year.
It makes the perfect holiday gift for any theater lover!
Photo credits: Willy Paul Photo
Left to right: Oliver Arnold, Colbie Conner, Malia Jarvis, Quincy Powell

Final Weekend of Holiday Bazaar in Cannon Beach

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The final weekend of our Holiday Bazaar begins Saturday at noon. Certainly you wouldn’t want to miss out the chance to shower your loved ones with the best locally made arts and crafts on the North Coast. Plus, shopping locally gives a lift to creators in our community.

So come on down to Tolovana Hall (3779 South Hemlock in Cannon Beach) from noon-to-5PM this Saturday and Sunday, December 14th and 15th. We’ve got everything from jams to jewelry, woodwork to watercolors, candles to cards and so, so much more. The photos don’t do this show justice. Come on down and see for yourself!

The “cabinet”

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Politics-The list of the unqualified, the brazenly biased, the ones who have, and are getting wealthier from, government contracts, the sexual predators, the ill informed etc, now has another nominee. Kari Lake has been named to head the worldwide news organization “ The voice of America”, which she (and trump), have maligned and criticized. Widely listened to by millions, both in this country annd around the world it provides critical news, commentary and critique of governments and happenings and is essential to the maintenance of a free press.
Our journalists and their companies provide people with the good, bad and ugly so that an informed citizenry can make healthy choices at the polls. Kari Lake joins a long list of those who would quash dissent and jail journalists and spread false conspiracies. Arizona declined to give her their support, twice! Secret on-line actors, using AI are already distorting the news and conspiracy theorists like trump and his minions will only make it worse. Call your representatives and demand better choices. Trump and the far right DO NOT hold all the cards. Be kind, but fight back against this tyranny. Our freedom depends upon it.

GoBag Pop-Up Shop, Saturday, January 11, 2025, 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm, Manzanita Police Station

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evcnb.org/events-and-training/gobag-popup-01112025
Do you need a GoBag or GoBag supplies?

Purchase supplies on the website and pick up items at the Pop-Up Shop.

Pick up January 11, from 1:00-1:30 PM at the Manzanita Police Station

TEEN NIGHT at North Coast Pinball Friday December 20th, 6-8PM

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Hello BBQ Community-

TEEN NIGHT at North Coast Pinball is Friday December 20th, 6-8PM. FREE PINBALL and Games for ALL TEENS!! ALL TEENS WELCOME!
Please spread the word!! Thank you!

Contact Christy (503) 800-1092, Christy@cosmichealingnw.com for info/concerns/questions, or to DONATE to this event run solely on donations by volunteers.

Consider the gift of health as a sustainable and great year end gift

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Do you or someone you love desire or need to improve their health? Health Coaching and Reflexology make great year end gifts!
Having a health coach for support and resource is shown to improve health outcomes bringing success and satisfaction with our health goals.

I’m a local health and wellness coach specializing in living for longevity and cancer prevention/healing lifestyle. You can read more about my services on my website listed below or contact me for questions/consultations.

I provide Reflexology Services in Nehalem at Sea Dream Studio and have gift cards!
I provide health coaching services and have holiday gift packs to make 2025 the Year to Thrive!
Purchase direct from me or online.

Health Coaching packages come in 3, 6, 9 and 12 month increments or can customize any package for your needs. Include 75 min. initial discussion and strategy session with set number of follow-through sessions for on-going support and course correction along the way. Sliding scale spots available.

Holiday Special through 12/21/24
Purchase any Reflexology Session and receive a free health coaching session add-on. ($40 value)
Purchase a 3 pack of reflexology sessions or any Health Coaching Package and receive a bonus 50 min. Reflexology session! ($100 value) 70 min session for Health Coach Packages ($135 value)

Thank you for valuing your health and supporting my small business! Together we thrive!

~ Libby
Elizabeth Golden Seaver (she/her)
Health & Wellness Coach, Bodyworker
971.977.0166
www.goldenkeywellness.abmp.com

Free your fascia Get to know and support your lymphatic flow SUNDAY EVENING WORKSHOP

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This Sunday December 15th 4:30-7pm

$44 at Sea Dream in Nehalem

Register www.seadreamyoga.com

Sacred River of Health – A Joy Lymph Flow workshop

Cozy welcoming space open to 9 participants max.

Bolster your immune, circulatory and overall health by supporting lymphatic health. Great to do as we set into wintertime!

In this workshop you’ll learn:

*The main functions of the lymph system

*Base movements from Joy Lymph Flow classes that you can practice at home

*Qigong breath work, breath surfing, and bone marrow washing

*Full-body skin brushing instruction with natural mitts for you to keep

*Breast massage routine for self-care and self-awareness. (no exposure, self-administered)

Men are welcome and should understand this too. 1 in 100 are diagnosed with breast cancer.

*Foods and lifestyle habits that best support a healthy flowing lymphatic system for heart, circulatory, immune, brain, breast health and general well-being.

Includes updated food pyramid and recipe handouts.

Tea and light refreshments.

If you are repeating this workshop? Receive $15 credit from me off a Reflexology service.

Thank you!

Instructor

Libby Golden Seaver Health & Wellness Coach

Living for Longevity and Cancer Prevention/Healing

971.977.0166 www.goldenkeywellness.abmp.com

Register at www.seadreamyoga.com

Tarot Reading at Wild on Saturday

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Local Nehalem artist Lane deMoll will be giving 3-card tarot readings at Wild in Manzanita this coming Saturday 12/14 from 1-4 pm. She’ll be using the deck she created. Readings will be 10-15 minutes for $20. Her deck will be available for sale during the afternoon.

Although Lane has been reading cards since 1995, the paintings in Lane’s Greenwitch Tarot were not done with a deck in mind. Rather they were created over the past 30 years of her own process and journey. She gives readings in her booth all summer at the Manzanita Farmer’s Market as well as longer in depth readings at her home.

Lane has lived in the community almost 50 years and helped start a number of local institutions including Fire Mountain School, CARTM Recycling, Lower Nehalem Community Trust, NeahCasa and Fulcrum Community Resources. More information about her, the deck and her paintings can be found on her website lanedemoll.com.

Call to Artists of All Ages – Art for the Heart 2025

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Adventist Health Tillamook announces a call to artists of all ages on the Oregon coast for a non-juried art exhibition at North County Recreation District (NCRD), Feb. 1–28, 2025.

– No fees for creative submissions.
– Submit up to five entries — must be wall-ready.
– Art sales – If selling art pieces, 20% of sales go to NCRD for fitness scholarships and 80% back to the artist.

Save the date for art submissions!
Adventist Health staff will intake art two (2) days at NCRD, 36155 9th St., Nehalem. Bring your art for the show on either:
Thursday, January 30, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday, January 31, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

For full details, visit:
AdventistHealthTillamook.org/ArtForTheHeart

Questions? Call or email Annette McLain, 971-396-6920 or McLainAL@ah.org

SEE IT THIS WEEKEND! ‘IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE’ AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

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3 SHOWS THIS WEEKEND AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER IN NEHALEM
TICKETS AND SHOW TIMES FOR THIS CHRISTMAS CLASSIC: www.RiverbendPlayers.org
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY transforms the beloved holiday classic into a 1940s radio broadcast, and you’re part of the live audience.
Set in a live studio, actors portray the story of George Bailey, a man who, feeling his life has been meaningless, is shown by an angel what the world would be like without him.
With live sound effects and multiple characters, the play captures the heartwarming tale of family, friendship, and finding hope when needed most.
Directed by Frank Squillo.
December 13th – 22nd, six performances remain at the NCRD Performing Arts Center in Nehalem.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM
Tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org
All new season passes are on sale, saving you 20% off the regular price and securing your favorite seats for every show next year.
It makes the perfect holiday gift for any theater lover!
Photo credits: Willy Paul Photo
Back row, left to right: Oliver Arnold, Colbie Conner, Scott Fisher.
Middle row, left to right: Frank Squillo, Bryonie Arnold, Eric Arnold, Linda Olsson, Mark Bartrom.
Front row, left to right: Gary Cook, Tom Mattia. –

SeaStar Vintage Holiday Shopping in Wheeler

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It’s 12 days until Christmas and Hanukkah!!! What are you waiting for? SeaStar Vintage is over flowing with unique treasures for that picky loved one, oh, I mean hard to find loved one. Come visit Wheeler, we are small, but have a mighty quality selection of shops to spend money in!
Thanks & Happiest of Holidays!!!

In Person Death Cafe – North Coast EOL Collective

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Date: December 15th from 3 – 4:30 p.m. NEW TIME

Offering: Death Cafe (in person)

Location – NEHALEM: North Coast Recreation District (Fireplace Room)

Registration (Recommended): www.northcoasteolcollective.com/events-one/virtual-death-cafe-1-m8x48-2klen-rtjfl-m8k7x-ph4rt-t44nx-myjar-87jpc-gh555-wx8ar

Facilitator: Margo Lalich, MPH, RN, Co-Founder – North Coast EOL Collective

Making Visible the Invisible: A Community Conversation about Death and Dying. Applying the values of Acceptance, Belonging, Connection, and Legacy, Death Cafe is a co-generational gathering that aims to create a comfortable and open space for people to gather and discuss topics related to death, dying, and mortality. It provides a platform for individuals to share their thoughts, fears, and experiences surrounding death in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. Adhering to Death Cafe’s mission, participation is free, although contributions to the Collective are appreciated. Death Cafe meets in person in Nehalem and Seaside every month.