Category: Announcements
Need Help Fostering Kittens and Cats
United Paws of Tillamook is looking for good Volunteer Fosters for beautiful kittens & cats who have been rescued and need a safe and loving place until we find their forever homes. Can you help? United Paws trains Volunteer Fosters and supplies them with kitten/cat food, medical needs, supplies, and emotional support.
Over the years, United Paws has helped thousands of kittens and cats in Tillamook County who needed homes and medical care. This year, the need has exploded. In the past 2 weeks alone, United Paws has taken in more than 50 kittens and pregnant Mamas who were abandoned, dumped, or born without a home. ALL of our Volunteer Fosters’ homes are full and we need more help! Can you step up and help us by becoming a Volunteer Foster? All you need is an extra room in your home, a willingness to make a difference, and we will help you with the rest.
United Paws has always depended on compassionate Volunteer Fosters who are willing to offer the security of their homes and warmth of their love to animals who have nowhere to go. FOSTER HOMES SAVE LIVES!
JOIN the friendly and dedicated United Paws family and help us help cats & kittens in need. You will be surprised at how much you get in return by stepping up to be a Foster Volunteer. Contact us and we will get back to you immediately!
Phone: (503) 842-5663
Email: unitedpawshelp@gmail.com



Now Open on the North Coast
Here at Gia’s Catering and Concierge, we only use top quality ingredients to handcraft our dishes to provide a unique dining experience. We will go above and beyond to make sure your meal is a delight to all your senses. We take pride in our passion. Taste the difference today. We use high end vendors that deliver the finest freshest ingredients to deliver the best meals to our guests. We specialize in heat and eat meals and in home meal preparation .We pride ourselves in preparing BBQ from slow roasted pork shoulder, thick, marinated Tomahawk style Chops, and Best spare Ribs on the Northern Coast. We leave nothing to chance here .

Sunday only 1/2 price at Nehalem Bay Garden Club Plant sale
On Sunday, most everything at the Nehalem Bay Garden Club Plant Sale will be 1/2 price! Help us find homes for all those plant babies!
The sale starts at 10 and ends at noon.
The location is at 43080 North Fork Rd, Nehalem, at the junction of Hwy 53 and North Fork Rd with horse statues in the front yard and real horses in the back yard! Start on North Fork Rd, at the blinking light in Nehalem and go 5 miles to the end of North Fork Road. The sale is on the left. Note, at the blinking light in Nehalem, North Fork Rd is called 7th St .
The drawing for the raffle items will be held at noon at the end of the sale. Raffle items include a crepe myrtle catawba tree, a basket of garden goodies, an outdoor palm tree and a garden statue. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $20. Proceeds are donated to local organizations that share the Club’s mission. Since 2020, the Club has awarded a total of $12,300 in grants.
Are you ready? Water/Sanitation/Hygiene in Times of Emergency
Maybe it’s uncertainty about how to safely filter water for drinking, washing, bathing, and cooking?
Wondering what you’ll do with your household’s human waste? And then, how will you safely wash your hands?
Well you’re in luck because I’ve got some useful information for you!
Go to EVCNB.ORG and register for the Saturday, May 18 WaSH Class – 10am to 12:30pm.
Emergencies don’t assign themselves a date on your calendar. They just happen without warning. So, have the knowledge and be prepared!
SeaStar + Gifts = Mother’s Day!
For ALL she has done for YOU, she deserves the very best !
SeaStar Vintage is overflowing with the perfect gift for your very special Mom!
395 HWY 101 Wheeler Thurs-Sun, 12-5



Correction on the NCRD Gallery Art Sale for the Food Pantry
NCRD is located at 36155 Ninth St., in Nehalem. The Gallery and Welcome Center are open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. However it is end of year event season and the Gallery may be in use.
If coming from out of town, please call the Welcome Center at 855-444-6273 to make sure the Gallery is open to the public.
MEET THE CAST OF ‘THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG’ OPENING MAY 31st: BRYONIE ARNOLD
MEET THE CAST OF ‘THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG’ OPENING MAY 31st AT THE NCRD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER:
Bryonie Arnold as Florence Colleymoore
After a 20-year hiatus, Bryonie returned to the stage for the second time in last December’s smash hit A CHRISTMAS STORY.
Her third performance adds another comedic role to her resume.
Bryonie lives in Manzanita with her husband Eric, son Oliver, and their puppy.
She is passionate about art, animals, and weaving magic, wonder, and enchantment into the world.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
By Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer & Henry Shields
Directed by: Frank Squillo
Part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, this Olivier Award-winning comedy is a global phenomenon guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter!
Welcome to opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production, The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous.
This 1920s whodunit has everything you never wanted in a show—an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines).
Nevertheless, the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences!
Get tickets now at www.RiverbendPlayers.org
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Conversations With Councilors: 1pm May 14, 2024
May 14th, 2024 – 1pm
Manzanita Visitor Center
The focus of these is Revenue Diversification.
Bring your ideas and questions.
Due to space constraints you’ll need to RSVP here: conversationswithcouncilors.eventbrite.com

Good Weather is Here: Professional Window Cleaning Services on the North Coast
Pacific Rays Window Cleaning provides top quality window cleaning services to homes and businesses on the North Coast. Our team of experienced cleaners uses eco-friendly cleaning solutions and state-of-the-art equipment to leave your windows crystal-clear and streak-free. Whether you need a one-time cleaning or regular maintenance, we’re here to help. We are committed to providing exceptional service and customer satisfaction, so you can trust us to get the job done right. Contact us today at (971) 415-1009 to schedule your window cleaning appointment!
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Manzanita Talks with Councilors
Center recently. Through May, they’re focusing on Revenue Diversification, specifically asking about the possibility of having a Prepared Food/Beverage Tax in Manzanita.
Our discussion ranged far and wide (though focused on potential pros and cons of a local
Prepared Food/Beverage Tax).
The point of the discussion is that in Manzanita, the city depends heavily for revenue on the
Transient Lodging Tax (generated by hotels and short term rentals (STRs).
Our reliance on these taxes is driven by a very low property tax rate, (Manzanita property
owners pay (rounded) .42 per $1,000 of assessed value. Compare this with Bay City, where
property owners pay (rounded) $2.50 per $1,000. Of assessed value)
So, what other options do we have to pay our bills and assure a livable city?
Cannon Beach, Ashland and Yachats all have a Prepared Food Tax of 5%.
Ashland has had theirs for 30 years, followed by Yachats and most recently by Cannon Beach.
The “beverage” (if included) excludes alcohol.
There are a few more Conversations with City Councilors scheduled. I encourage
friends/neighbors to attend, to comment, discuss and learn from one another.
The remaining discussions scheduled at the Manzanita Visitors Center are:
May 14 (Tuesday), 1-3pm
May 22 (Wednesday), 1-3pm
May 28 (Tuesday), 10-12noon
To be sure there’s room at the Visitors Center, they ask us to reserve our seats:
www.eventbrite.com/e/conversations-with-councilors-tickets-876282142477?aff=oddtdtcr
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Have Fun!
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Wild Coast Goods in Nehalem carries fine art Eco Prints by Levering Thomas
Wild Coast in open Thursday thru Monday from 11-4. Located in Nehalem at 35870 7th Street (on 101), just across the street from the new Revival shop and Buttercup.


Art materials at Cartm
Cartm is open Thursday thru Mondays, 12-6pm. Located in Wheeler.



Raffle, kids activity, plants and sun at the Garden Club Plant sale this weekend
Beside plants, what you can find at the Nehalem Bay Garden Club Plant Sale this Saturday is a raffle and an activity for kids to keep them occupied while you shop. The children’s activity is on Saturday only. The raffle will continue on Sunday with the winners announced at the close of the sale on noon on Saturday.
A new item has been added to the raffle! It’s a crepe myrtle catawba tree, which makes 4 things to choose from. Other raffle items include a basket of garden goodies, an outdoor palm tree and a garden statue. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $20. Proceeds are donated to local organizations that share the Club’s mission. Pictures are of 3 of the 4 raffle items.
All materials are provided for children to create wee succulent gardens as commitments to Planet Earth and possibly Mothers’ Day gifts. Saturday only.
The sale starts at 10 on Saturday, May 11th and goes until 3pm. On Sunday, May 12th the sale is from 10 to noon. The location is at 43080 North Fork Rd, Nehalem, at the junction of Hwy 53 and North Fork Rd with horse statues in the front yard and real horses in the back yard! Start on North Fork Rd at the blinking light in Nehalem and go 5 miles to the end of N Fork Road. The sale is on the left.
Available at reasonable prices will be all kinds of plants: hanging baskets, planters with colorful flowers, perennials, annuals, vegetables, tomatoes, shrubs, trees, and houseplants among others. Also on offering will be garden related gifts for Mother’s Day or whomever and packets of free flower and vegetable seeds.
We encourage you to pay with cash or check and to round up! From the proceeds, the Club has awarded a total of $12,300 in grants since 2020. Past recipients include Food Roots, Hoffman Gardens, Alder Creek Farm, Tillamook Early Learning Center, Tillamook Chamber Comm Foundation, North County Food Bank, Nehalem Bay United Methodist Church for their food programs, Nehalem Elementary Garden Program, and the mural at Nehalem City Park.
And while you are in the neighborhood, Aldervale Native Plants is having an open house on Saturday, May 11th from 9-4 across the road from the Garden Club sale. 43005 North Fork Rd.



MEET THE CAST OF ‘THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG’ OPENING MAY 31st: JULI STRATTON
Juli Stratton as Inspector Carter
Juli takes the spotlight for her eighth production with Riverbend Players, following her standout performance in A CHRISTMAS STORY.
Juli wears many hats: board member, Artistic Director, and Board VP.
When not at the theater, you’ll find her in Manzanita with her wife, Amy, and their two fur kids.
Juli believes in embracing life to the fullest and inspiring others to do the same.
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG By Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer & Henry Shields Directed by: Frank Squillo
Part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, this Olivier Award-winning comedy is a global phenomenon guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter!
Welcome to opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production, The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous.
This 1920s whodunit has everything you never wanted in a show—an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines).
Nevertheless, the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences!
Tickets at www.RiverbendPlayers.org –

Fake OLCC SPYGATE SCAM posted on bbq
Beware of this scam and the scammer James K.
Submitted By: jamesk3nn3r@aol.com – Click to email about this post
I’m looking for a few individuals that would be willing to participate in a investigation that I’m conducting for OLCC
(No I’m not affiliated with OLCC)
I’m acting independently
The olcc has asked me to go into a few bars
and collect video evidence of “overserving” and impaired driving.
You will be paid to sit in a bar and collect video evidence
(Don’t worry the cameras are covert)
If you would like to tap into your “spy” abilities
Email me for more info
Good morning Mr. Reid,
My name is Mark Smith. I am the Regional Manager for OLCC who oversees Inspector operations in your area. Your email was forwared to me. I wanted to say, we really appreciate you bring this to our attention. OLCC has no contractors or anyone working on our behalf in your area. In fact, I’m not aware of anyone doing any work like this for OLCC anywhere in the state. We have not asked anyone to look into bars in your area, as this person states.
We do have inspectors who may be operating in your area doing typical compliance checks. However, if we were to conduct an audit operation or an undercover operation like this person is describing, we wouldn’t use a contractor or ask a private person to do it. We would be doing it with our own, duly employed, state certified, and sworn Inspectors who are trained to do this. Additionally, we will not “covertly” record anyone with hidden cameras. It should be noted, depending on reasonable expectation of privacy, recording someone without their knowledge may be illegal and is simply not something OLCC engages in. In fact, we have internal policies which prohibit our employees from recording without another person’s knowledge. So, it stands to reason, we would not be asking a private person or company to do that on our behalf.
I can’t be sure with the information provided but given the nature of the very anonymous looking email and the ask to contact this person, I would be concerned this may be scam. Again, I don’t know that for sure, but this may be something you might want to make your local law enforcement aware of. OLCC’s authority is limited to regulating OLCC licensed premises, meaning we enforce rules attached to licenses issued by OLCC. We have some limited law enforcement authority, but it is limited to liquor related crimes such as Furnishing Alcohol to Minors. Therefore, someone who may be committing a crime such as illegally recording or impersonating a government official, would need to be addressed by a law enforcement officer.
Again, we really appreciate you bringing this to our attention. I will be letting our local inspectors know about this so they may keep an eye out. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email me or call me at the number listed below.
Very Respectfully,
Mark Smith
Regional Manager
Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission
503-872-5209
Health District Budget Committee and Regular Meeting
Nehalem Bay Health District Budget Committee Meeting
And Regular Board Meeting
3:00 PM, Wednesday, May 15, 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
Join Zoom Meeting
us02web.zoom.us/j/85404402524?pwd=Sy9QWWhzME1aV25EVXJTcHVBOFQyUT09
The Zoom link can also be accessed at the Health District website: www.nehalembayhd.org
For general questions or to request meeting information contact: info@nehalembayhd.org
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Appointment of Budget Committee member
3. Budget message
4. Budget Committee discussion
5. Public comment
6. Budget Committee action
Spa Manzanita Locals Only Special
Spring Break is behind us and Summer is just a few short months away. Weekends continue to be busy, but mid-week is divinely serene.
Self-Care is calling
to remind you to take advantage of this time for some relaxation and restoration with a massage or facial, or try our new infrared sauna.
10% off all treatments and infrared sauna sessions for appointments mid-week (Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays) all of May.
Book online at spamanzanita.com or give us a text/call at 503.689.8679

Sun and Plants this weekend at the Garden Club Plant Sale
Just like Goldilocks who found the “just right” bed, it appears the weather will be just right at the Nehalem Bay Garden Club Plant sale this weekend. Two years ago it was wet, windy and cold. Last year it was blistering in 90 degree heat. The forecast for this weekend is sunny and 66 degree–just right!
So if you like sun and plants head over to the sale site on Saturday and Sunday at 43080 Northfork Rd, Nehalem at the junction of Hwy 53 and North Fork Rd with horse statues in the front yard and real horses in the back yard! Start on North Fork Rd at the blinking light in Nehalem and go 5 miles to the end of N Fork Road. The sale is on the left.
The sale starts at 10 on Saturday, May 11th and goes until 3pm. On Sunday, May 12th the sale is from 10 to noon.
Available at reasonable prices will be all kinds of plants: hanging baskets, planters with colorful flowers, perennials, annuals, vegetables, tomatoes, shrubs, trees, and houseplants among others.
Also on offering will be Mother’s Day gifts and a raffle. Raffle items include a basket of garden goodies, an outdoor palm tree and a garden statue. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $20.
While you shop on Saturday only, bring your children so they can create wee succulent gardens as commitments to Planet Earth — and possibly Mothers’ Day gifts. All materials provided.
We encourage you to pay with cash or check and to round up! Nehalem Bay Garden Club donates proceeds from the sale to local organizations that share the Club’s mission. Past recipients include Food Roots, Hoffman Gardens, Alder Creek Farm, Tillamook Early Learning Center, Tillamook Chamber Comm Foundation, North County Food Bank, Nehalem Bay United Methodist Church for their food programs, Nehalem Elementary Garden Program, and the mural at Nehalem City Park. The Club has awarded a total of $12,300 in grants since 2020.
And while you are in the neighborhood, Aldervale Native Plants is having an open house on Saturday, May 11th from 9-4 across the road from the Garden Club sale. 43005 North Fork Rd.


Moon River Farm is Hiring
We are a small-scale, no-spray farm in Nehalem. We cultivate a little over an acre of vegetables mostly by hand. We’re looking for one more enthusiastic person to join our 2024 farm crew. Position starts ASAP and goes until mid to late November. It’s very physical work but very rewarding. We have a fun crew, we work fast and we like to keep the vibes high. Please check out our website link below for full job description and for application link.
RIVERBEND PLAYERS ANNOUNCES ‘ARTS FOR ALL’ PROGRAM AND $5 TICKETS FOR THOSE IN NEED
This groundbreaking initiative aims to expand access to arts and cultural experiences for all Oregonians, regardless of income or background.
“At Riverbend Players, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the joy and wonder of live theater,” says Frank Squillo, President of Riverbend Players. “Our participation in the ARTS FOR ALL program allows us to remove financial barriers and welcome a wider range of audience members to our productions.”
Through the ARTS FOR ALL program, Riverbend Players will now offer $5 tickets to low-income residents and all students 25 and younger for their upcoming performances.
The program ensures that everyone who receives temporary assistance through the Oregon Trail Card/SNAP programs can attend specific arts and cultural events at a considerable discount, including all Riverbend Players productions.
Complete details are available on our website at RiverbendPlayers.org.
“We are thrilled to welcome Riverbend Players to the ARTS FOR ALL program,” says Madelyn Dawson, Operations Coordinator at the Regional Arts and Culture Council in Portland. “Their commitment to inclusivity aligns perfectly with our mission of making the arts accessible to all.”
About Riverbend Players Riverbend Players is a non-profit community theater group that provides high-quality theatrical productions for Tillamook County. Founded as a 501(c)(3) in 2016, the group has a long history of staging various plays, from classic comedies to contemporary dramas. Riverbend Players is committed to fostering a love of theater in the community and providing opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to participate in the performing arts.
About the ARTS FOR ALL Program In 2022, the Regional Arts and Culture Council assumed the outreach and engagement efforts to expand the program statewide. ARTS FOR ALL is committed to ensuring that all Oregonians have the opportunity to experience the transformative power of the arts.
More details at www.RiverbendPlayers.org.
More details about the origins of the ARTS FOR ALL program are available here racc.org/artsforall/. –

JOIN OUR FAST-PACED TEAM AT WANDA’S CAFE + BAKERY
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service?
Wanda’s Cafe + Bakery in Nehalem seeks motivated and energetic Expediters to join our growing team!
Responsibilities vary but include: -Prepare and serve delicious coffee drinks -Operate the cash register efficiently and accurately -Clear and bus tables to ensure a clean and inviting dining area -Deliver food orders to tables promptly and professionally -Set tables with attention to detail to enhance the guest experience
Qualifications: -Prior experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment is preferred. -Excellent customer service skills are a must. -Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a busy setting. -Strong work ethic and a positive attitude. -Team player with a willingness to learn and grow.
We Offer: -Competitive wages and part of the tip pool, paid time off, paid sick days, access to 401K program, and full coverage medical insurance; we pay 50% if you qualify. -Flexible days of the week are possible. -Hours are generally 8:00 or 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Please message us here on Facebook or email frank@wandascafe.com.
Wanda’s Cafe + Bakery provides all employees and applicants equal employment opportunities. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. –

Manzanita 4th of July Parade
…
SOAR FOURTH!!!
Check out the Facebook page, Instagram page, and website at Manzanitaparade.com for all the exciting news.
Jody Lewis
Manzanita 4th of July Committee

Sustainable Clamming on the Bay
Space is limited.
Would you like to learn more about the different types of clams in Netarts Bay?
Are you new to clamming and would like some tips?
Join Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS and the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Department on
Saturday, May 11th for an informative day on the bay learning about sustainable wild
shellfish harvesting! Participants will learn about the role of shellfish in bay health, the
types of clams in the bay, the best and most sustainable methods for harvesting wild
shellfish, and current research on trends in clam size and biomass.
Registration is required for this free event. Learn more at:
www.netartsbaywebs.org/evenats
Connect with the Friends of Netarts Bay WEBS online!
Website: www.netartsbaywebs.org
Facebook and Instagram: @netartsbaywebs
WEBS and partners are hosting these events as part of the Explore Nature series of
hikes, walks, paddles, and outdoor adventures. Led by a consortium of volunteer
community and non-profit organizations, these meaningful nature-based experiences
highlight the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve
and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy. Learn
more about Explore Nature at www.explorenaturetillamookcoast.com

Marriage and Family Counseling
…what goes around…really does…
Addiction
Veterans and spouses
Depression and anxiety
Adjustment to trauma
Accepts most insurance
…come back around…
Sam Tallman, LCSW
503 368-6862
Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) Coverage of EVCNB’s “Top Chef” Cooking Contest


Art Classes for Aduilts

Riverside Fish n’ Chips Closure days this week
We will also be closed Tuesday May 7th this week for an employee rest day.
Thank you for your understanding!
Riverside Fish n’ Chips Team
Moon River Farm is Hiring
www.moonriverfarmers.com/work-with-us
Thank you!