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2026 SEASON PASS
www.riverbendplayers.ludus.com/passes.php
Thank you for showing your support by choosing a season pass!
Why Choose a Season Pass?
Gift idea:
It’s a perfect holiday gift for you or another theater lover!
Savings:
Enjoy 20% off individual ticket prices!
Best Seats: Secure your preferred seating for the entire year.
Flexibility:
Can’t make a show? Exchange your tickets for another performance in the season (subject to availability).
Perks:
Receive invitations to behind-the-scenes events, workshops, special events, and more.
Choose between Premium or General Reserve seats, and you’ll have your favorite seats for the entire season.
Riverbend Players Community Theater 2026 SEASON Line-up:
MISERY 02/27/26 – 03/15/26
By William Goldman, from the novel by Stephen King, and directed by Randy Schultz — A bestselling novelist wakes up in the home of his “number one fan” after a car crash… and realizes rescue has a terrifying price. A nail-biting thriller about obsession and survival.
THE ODD COUPLE 06/05/26 – 06/21/26
By Neil Simon and directed by Frank Squillo — Neat-freak Felix moves in with happily messy Oscar, and chaos (plus classic laughs) ensues. An odd-couple friendship learns to bend without breaking.
DRACULA: THE RADIO PLAY Sept – Oct (dates to be determined)
Adapted by Philip Grecian from Bram Stoker — Bram Stoker’s classic reborn as a 1940s live broadcast, with actors at mics, vintage “ads,” and foley sound effects that conjure goosebumps in real time.
WINTER WONDERETTES 12/04/26 – 12/20/26
By Roger Bean and directed by Frank Squillo — Our first holiday musical! In the town hardware store (think Nehalem Lumber or Manzanita Lumber), four friends scramble to save a holiday celebration gone sideways, sparkling harmonies, quick wit, and small-town cheer.
To build your Season Pass, click here:
www.riverbendplayers.ludus.com/passes.php
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DON’T MISS THE HOLIDAY HILLARITY!
‘THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON’
OPENS THIS FRIDAY, 12/05/25
NINE SHOWS ONLY, LIVE ON STAGE, 12/05/25 – 12/21/25
RESERVE YOUR SEATS NOW!
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON, by Don Zolidis and directed by Frank Squillo, is a hilarious spoof of the Hallmark and Lifetime Channel Christmas movies.
Set in a cozy Vermont inn during Christmas time, the play follows six predictable, intertwined love stories filled with small-town charm, romantic misunderstandings, and holiday magic.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON comically embraces every cliché, trope, and heartwarming twist of these beloved holiday movies.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm. at the NCRD Performing Arts Center in Nehalem.
Get tickets now: riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
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Advent is a time of moving toward…
either something we are moving toward, as in a journey, or something we sense moving toward us, as in the Divine Wisdom.
Sunday afternoon at 3:00, the Cannon Beach Chorus will present their Christmas Concert in the church’s sanctuary. It’s always great music and a really “tasty” intermission.
Come and begin your holiday season with a bazaar on Saturday and music on Sunday.
See you there.

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2026 SEASON PASS
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/passes.php
Thank you for showing your support by choosing a season pass!
Why Choose a Season Pass?
Gift idea:
It’s a perfect holiday gift for you or another theater lover!
Savings:
Enjoy 20% off individual ticket prices!
Best Seats: Secure your preferred seating for the entire year.
Flexibility:
Can’t make a show? Exchange your tickets for another performance in the season (subject to availability).
Perks:
Receive invitations to behind-the-scenes events, workshops, special events, and more.
Choose between Premium or General Reserve seats, and you’ll have your favorite seats for the entire season.
Riverbend Players Community Theater 2026 SEASON Line-up:
MISERY 02/27/26 – 03/15/26
By William Goldman, from the novel by Stephen King, and directed by Randy Schultz — A bestselling novelist wakes up in the home of his “number one fan” after a car crash… and realizes rescue has a terrifying price. A nail-biting thriller about obsession and survival.
THE ODD COUPLE 06/05/26 – 06/21/26
By Neil Simon and directed by Frank Squillo — Neat-freak Felix moves in with happily messy Oscar, and chaos (plus classic laughs) ensues. An odd-couple friendship learns to bend without breaking.
DRACULA: THE RADIO PLAY Sept – Oct (dates to be determined)
Adapted by Philip Grecian from Bram Stoker — Bram Stoker’s classic reborn as a 1940s live broadcast, with actors at mics, vintage “ads,” and foley sound effects that conjure goosebumps in real time.
WINTER WONDERETTES 12/04/26 – 12/20/26
By Roger Bean and directed by Frank Squillo — Our first holiday musical! In the town hardware store (think Nehalem Lumber or Manzanita Lumber), four friends scramble to save a holiday celebration gone sideways, sparkling harmonies, quick wit, and small-town cheer.
To build your Season Pass, click here:
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/passes.php
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DON’T MISS THE HOLIDAY HILLARITY!
‘THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON’
OPENS THIS FRIDAY, 12/05/25
NINE SHOWS ONLY, LIVE ON STAGE, 12/05/25 – 12/21/25
RESERVE YOUR SEATS NOW!
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON, by Don Zolidis and directed by Frank Squillo, is a hilarious spoof of the Hallmark and Lifetime Channel Christmas movies.
Set in a cozy Vermont inn during Christmas time, the play follows six predictable, intertwined love stories filled with small-town charm, romantic misunderstandings, and holiday magic.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON comically embraces every cliché, trope, and heartwarming twist of these beloved holiday movies.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm.
Get tickets now: riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
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‘THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON’
OPENS FRIDAY, 12/05/25
DON’T MISS THE HOLIDAY HILLARITY!
NINE SHOWS ONLY, LIVE ON STAGE, 12/05/25 – 12/21/25
RESERVE YOUR SEATS NOW!
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
MEET THE DIRECTOR: FRANK SQUILLO
As a husband, father of two, owner of Wanda’s Cafe + Bakery, President of the Riverbend Players’ board, and Vice-Chair of the Manzanita Planning Commission, Frank stays busy but always finds time for his passion, directing. He’s thrilled to be directing his seventh production, following last June’s smash hit SORDID LIVES. His next production is THE ODD COUPLE in June.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON, by Don Zolidis and directed by Frank Squillo, is a hilarious spoof of the Hallmark and Lifetime Channel Christmas movies.
Set in a cozy Vermont inn during Christmas time, the play follows six predictable, intertwined love stories filled with small-town charm, romantic misunderstandings, and holiday magic.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON comically embraces every cliché, trope, and heartwarming twist of these beloved holiday movies.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm.
Get tickets now: riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
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This series is presented by North Tillamook Library Friends.

Rev. Christy Kay here….most of you probably know me in a multitude of ways – from my extensive community service work, from Rising Hearts Studio, from my services as an Energy Healing Practitioner and Spiritual Life Coach, or in the many other various ways that I am engaged in supporting my community. But, I have also added another facet to my work fairly recently, and am delighted to begin offering new services in a new role.
I am happy to announce my ordination as a multi-faith and multi-species animal chaplain who works to promote the health and wellness of ALL living beings on their spiritual path, providing healing comfort and care.
What is Animal Chaplaincy? Animal chaplains are an emerging field of chaplaincy that tends to the needs of all living beings and species. An animal chaplain provides spiritual and emotional care and support for both animals and their human companions, often focusing on bereavement rituals and promoting animal welfare. They also connect services to those that need them.
What I offer:
Spiritual Care: spiritual guidance and support to people experiencing grief or loss related to their pets or other animals.
Rituals and Ceremonies: leading ceremonies, rituals, or habituals, to honor the lives and deaths of animals, and offer support to the bereaved – this includes Blessings and Healings.
Resource Help: connection to any resources needed for the benefit of both animals and their companions.
Compassionate Listening: I offer a safe space for people to share their feelings and experiences related to their relationship with animals.
Healing: Energetic healing sessions for companion animals, farm animals, wild animals, and humans alike to help with emotional, spiritual and physical issues.
Monthly Animal Loss Grief Support Group: Safe space to find solace in shared experience, with support, understanding and practices for healing grief, and accepting loss. Currently meeting every second Thursday of the month, 5:30 PM, at Rising Hearts Studio.
My Credentials:
Wellness Practitioner of the Year 2024/25/26 – Oregon
Ordained Animal Chaplain
Member of American Association of Veterinary Chaplains
Certified Ayurvedic Animal Wellness Consultant
Certified Animal Reiki Master Practitioner
Certified Animal Crystal Healing Practitioner
Certified Animal Sound Healer Practitioner
Testimonials:
Christy helped me to navigate the end of life and transition of my beloved dog, Ruby. I was fully immersed in my grief, and she held a compassionate space for my tears. She also assisted me with logistics, by navigating the complexity of end of life care, and acting an intermediary between me and my veterinarian, to make sure the choices I made were in the highest good of both myself and my beloved. She offered palliative care to Ruby, in the form of energy work through reiki, and sound, and with ayurvedic medicine to ease the transition when the time finally came for her to cross the rainbow bridge. Christy created and facilitated a beautiful memorial ceremony that fully captured and honored Ruby and her place in my life. We also met some weeks later, and Christy was able to relieve some of my pain through her clearing work, and by channeling messages from Ruby that only she could have given. Truly an amazing opportunity, working with Christy, and I would not have made it through this experience without the loving care she offered. I highly recommend her animal chaplaincy services. – Jan Mohr
Christy has helped me tremendously on my healing journey. The reiki/sound healing is phenomenal. She also worked with my dog who was struggling with anxiety and after one session I saw vast improvements in my dog’s well-being. Highly recommend any healing work with Christy, she is awesome!!! – Valerie Mannix
I highly recommend Christy‘s healing treatments for animals. It was a huge help to my grieving dog who was exhibiting unpredictable behaviour. – Carolyn Greenwood
My contact info:
www.cosmichealingnw.com
(503) 800-1092
Christy@cosmichealingnw.com
Please, let me know how I may be of service to you!
Thank you!
Blessings to All!
-Christy





‘THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON’
OPENS THIS COMING FRIDAY, 12/05/25
DON’T MISS THE HOLIDAY COMEDY OF THE SEASON!
NINE SHOWS ONLY, LIVE ON STAGE, 12/05/25 – 12/21/25
RESERVE YOUR SEATS NOW!
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
MEET THE CAST: PATRICK CONNER and ISAAC BERTRAND
Patrick Conner:
Patrick, the multi-talented force behind the set design for this and many previous shows, is no stranger to wearing two theater hats. He did it last June for SORDID LIVES as Brother Boy and is doing it again. Locals might recognize him and his husband, Frank, as the owners of Wanda’s Cafe + Bakery. They call Manzanita home with their two young daughters and dog, Jingle.
Isaac Bertrand:
Isaac, originally from Kansas City, relocated to Rockaway Beach last year with his wife, two dogs, and a cat. He works remotely in the challenging world of IT. Off the clock, he keeps busy with cooking, reading, birdwatching, and cultivating his houseplant collection. Thanks to his wife’s nudge, he is thrilled to be making his stage debut in this exciting production!
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON, by Don Zolidis and directed by Frank Squillo, is a hilarious spoof of the Hallmark and Lifetime Channel Christmas movies.
Set in a cozy Vermont inn during Christmas time, the play follows six predictable, intertwined love stories filled with small-town charm, romantic misunderstandings, and holiday magic.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON comically embraces every cliché, trope, and heartwarming twist of these beloved holiday movies.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm.
Get tickets now: riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
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Manzanita’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting party will be held next Friday, December 5th from 4 to 6 p.m. behind City Hall.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive on the Nehalem Bay Fire and Rescue Big Rig, and the Neahkahnie Choir will sing songs of the season. Holiday DJ, cookies, and warm beverages will also be provided.
Join your friends and family for this local tradition on the site of the new city hall at 655 Manzanita Ave.

The cover of the Giving Guide features the artwork from a young local artist – Morgandy Cruse, that captures how each one of us can plant seeds of love through giving of funds, time and attention.
All we need is love
Fulcrum Community Resources and the Tillamook County Pioneer are pleased to present this 9th annual publication, to provide information and encouragement to support these vitally important organizations. Each hour and dollar given is precious and important and produces a harvest of love.
We are all gardeners in this thing called life, and we leave the “harvest” of our words, actions and demeanor in our wake, wherever we go. So, let’s all Sow the Seeds of Love! In whatever way calls to you — be it kind words, a hand up or out, a smile, a meditation, speaking up for someone who can’t, or any random act of kindness, let’s care for each other. Close your eyes for a moment, if you will, and imagine what the power of love can do. As often as possible present with love.
Our local nonprofits and service organizations have been sowing the seeds of love for years. And the time is now. Spread love with your money and time to help guarantee that everyone is safe, fed, housed, has adequate health care, access to beauty and education. Your generosity is needed and appreciated more than ever!
By making your year-end giving donations locally, you keep your money circulating here at home. You are adding your care, compassion and hope so our organizations can function powerfully. The time that you give volunteering adds another rich layer of care, compassion and hope.
Our organizations impact all aspects of our lives, from health and wellness, sustainability, environmental stewardship, conservation, food security, housing, universal access, women’s issues, children’s well-being, animal welfare, education, safety, disaster relief, community preparedness, and arts and culture. They create a strong, vibrant and resilient community. They collaborate and form partnerships which build a culture of efficiency, cooperation and communication. They provide jobs, a trained and inclusive workforce, volunteer opportunities, internships, and training. They give us opportunities to connect, heal, play and hope. And they need our support to continue to make a difference!
Thank you to all those who have donated, discovered and volunteered in past years!
Included in the Guide are paid profiles of nearly 40 organizations, and a free listing of contact information for 129 organizations providing services, resources and support that improve the quality of life for everyone in our community. Many organizations do not have the budget for a profile, which covers the cost of printing and mailing, so we include at the back of the Guide this list of most of the nonprofits and charitable organizations in the county. This free listing is available to any Tillamook County nonprofit or service organization.
The links to detailed directories are posted on northcoastbbq.com on the local resources page.
We welcome your feedback, comments and suggestions. We especially want to hear from you if you don’t see your favorite group in the free listing. Email barbaraandchuck@nehalemtel.net with your comments and/or information about an organization.
Fulcrum Community Resources’ mission is to foster the transition of the Nehalem Bay community to a sustainable future. Our volunteer group initiates and coordinates local programs in north Tillamook County. We also sponsor others’ projects that fit with our mission and goals. We see Fulcrum, not as a hub, but as an enabling node – one of many groups locally who are organizing and creating projects. Our guiding philosophy is that the most effective and innovative projects are initiated at the grassroots community level. www.fulcrumresources.org

We are the “Honey Guys” – usually at our Stand by the Garibaldi ‘Smokestack’. During the WINTER months, our days of operating are limited – due to Weather permitting considerations. Because of this, WE HAVE DECIDED TO OFFER LOCAL (Manzanita to Tillamook) DELIVERY! Contact us at deepboxllc@gmail.com, and we will setup a delivery date/time for your HONEY NEEDS! Thanks to ALL our ‘Loyal Customers’. ALSO – our HONEY is available at our friend’s BAKERY business – BRITTANY BAKES in Garibaldi (next to the Maritime Museum) – during their regular business hours. Pick up some fresh baked goodies while you’re there!! HAVE HAPPY HOLIDAYS


20 oz. Rib Eye ~ Pomme Frittes
Grilled Chinook Fillet
Flame Grilled Halibut Collar
JAndy Netarts Oysters on the 1/2 Shell
Foraged Chanterelle & Matsutake Wood Fired Pizza
Josi Farms Wood Fired Ya Ya Carrots & Shishitos




DON’T MISS THE HOLIDAY COMEDY OF THE SEASON!
‘THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON’
NINE SHOWS ONLY, LIVE ON STAGE, 12/05/25 – 12/21/25
RESERVE YOUR SEATS NOW!
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
MEET THE CAST: TRAVIS GRANT and JANET STINSON
Travis Grant:
Travis is brand new to the stage and excited to give thespianism a try! By day, he works remotely in the IT department for Legacy Health from his home in Rockaway Beach. When off the clock, he enjoys long walks on the beach, international travel, tinkering with 3D printing projects, watching football on Sundays, and spending time in the kitchen baking and candy making.
Janet Stinson:
A retired elementary reading teacher, Janet loves changing lives by tutoring dyslexic students online. She is honored to serve Riverbend Players as a board member, actor, and stage manager. Janet’s passions include reading, vigorous exercise, and enjoying theater productions all along the coast. She lives in Manzanita with the fabulous Foley artist Bill Britton.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON, by Don Zolidis and directed by Frank Squillo, is a hilarious spoof of the Hallmark and Lifetime Channel Christmas movies.
Set in a cozy Vermont inn during Christmas time, the play follows six predictable, intertwined love stories filled with small-town charm, romantic misunderstandings, and holiday magic.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON comically embraces every cliché, trope, and heartwarming twist of these beloved holiday movies.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm.
Get tickets now: riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
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DON’T MISS THE HOLIDAY COMEDY OF THE SEASON!
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON
NINE SHOWS ONLY, 12/05/25 – 12/21/25
RESERVE YOUR SEATS NOW!
riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
MEET THE CAST: BRONIE ARNOLD and RACHEL PINCI
Bryonie Arnold:
Bryonie is excited to join this stellar cast and crew for her 6th performance with Riverbend Players! She lives in Manzanita with her hubby, son, and fur babes, and is grateful for this beautiful community. Bryonie’s passions are many, including art making in all forms, protecting the most vulnerable, and weaving daily joy and wonder back into the world.
Rachel Pinci:
Rachel lives in Rockaway Beach with her husband (and onstage love interest), Isaac Bertrand, plus their dogs, Luna and Riggly, and their cat, Spooky. This marks her 4th show with Riverbend since moving to the area. When not acting, Rachel works as a child and family therapist. She also passionately enjoys writing music, singing, and playing the piano.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON, by Don Zolidis and directed by Frank Squillo, is a hilarious spoof of the Hallmark and Lifetime Channel Christmas movies.
Set in a cozy Vermont inn during Christmas time, the play follows six predictable, intertwined love stories filled with small-town charm, romantic misunderstandings, and holiday magic.
THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON comically embraces every cliché, trope, and heartwarming twist of these beloved holiday movies.
Friday and Saturday nights at 7 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm.
Get tickets now: riverbendplayers.ludus.com/index.php
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Mondays & Wednesdays, 2:00pm-3:00pm
January 5–February 14
Register by December 19!
If it’s your first go at ASL, or you’ve been using it for years, this is an opportunity to use conversational ASL to communicate with others.
Tillamook Bay Community College will supply us with a teacher and the NCRD will supply us with a room and the technology.
The cost will be $128 and will go down to $99 if there are 10 or more participants.
Have questions? Contact:
Kiley Konruff at NCRD
KileyK@ncrdnehalem.org
855-444-6273
971-308-0312
or
JoAnn Critelli at TBCC
joanncritelli@tillamookbaycc.edu
503-842-8222 x 1320



Friday November 28th
Hatha Flow 10am-11:15 am
Saturday November 29th
Slow Flow 10am-11:15 am
Hope to see you on your mat!

