Category: Events

Submitted By: debmontgomery@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Hi Folks!
I’m doing a 90 minute set at the bookstore in Manzanita Friday October 17th at 430pm
Lots of amazing things happening in town that day and evening and I’ll be done by 6 so you can Art, Music, Writing Hop in Town and around. If you want to hear any of my tunes you can find them anywhere if you google my name. Also I’ll have a guest book for you to sign if you want to get a letter from me every couple of weeks … and remember I am offering Life Coaching Walk and Talks for coasties at sliding scale rates so get in touch if that sounds fitting as we turn into a new season on all levels. Warmly, Deb

Submitted By: jiujitsu101oregoncoast@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

When: Saturday – October 18, 2025 — 11:00am – 1:00pm
Where: 212 N Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136

Jiu Jitsu 101 is a family dojo, and we can’t wait to meet yours.

Our Family Day events are made for parents and kids who share a love for martial arts—or are just beginning their journey. Whether you’re a family that already trains together, or you’re curious to see what it’s all about, this is your invitation to step onto the mat as a team.

What to Expect:

Kids Friendly Competition: Start the day with welcoming, physical skill-building activities, designed just for kids. It’s a chance to get active, build confidence, roll with new partners, and make coastal memories.

All Ages Open Mat Free Roll: After the kids finish, it’s your turn to move your body, sharpen your game, get in some good rolls, with 20 minutes of open mat free rolls.

* Friendly competition
* Supervised games and activities for the kids 
* Rock wall, climbing ropes, crash mats and more!
* Tug of War
* Agility Course
* Rope Climb Challenge
* Bag Hang – Arms & Legs
* Free Roll – Ten 2min Rounds

Supervised Kid Play While the adults train, the kids…

Our family days are designed for parents and kids who share a love for martial arts—and for those just beginning the journey together. Add a Jiu Jitsu 101 Family Day to your vacation itinerary, or plan a beach trip around it! 

Looking forward to seeing you all!
For questions, contact Coach Ronin at 503-332-1274

www.jiujitsu101oregoncoast.com/event-details-registration/jiu-jitsu-101-family-day

Submitted By: eventscloudandleaf@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

It’s Books After Hours this Saturday at the Cloud & Leaf.

Debut author Tara Choate joins us to celebrate the recent release of PAW PRINTS IN THE LEDGER, a Canine Accounting Capers mystery! Tara is an author and watercolor artist from Lincoln City.

Come hang out, enjoy some wine or snacks, and maybe find a new favorite mystery…

Bookstore stays open from 5pm, reading starts at 6.

Submitted By: valerie@tidesofchangenw.org – Click to email about this post

Join Tides of Change at the Pacific Restaurant in downtown Tillamook for a heartwarming event filled with delicious soups from around Tillamook County. Get ready to taste a variety of flavors that will warm your soul and leave you wanting more. This in-person gathering promises to be a delightful experience for all soup lovers out there. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to indulge in some of the best soups in town. Mark your calendars and bring your appetite!
Tickets on sale at: tocsoupbowl2025.eventbrite.com

Submitted By: i.downes-leguin@hoffmanarts.org – Click to email about this post

Clothing Upcycle Community Art Night with Dianne Valenzuela
Friday, October 10, 5:00–8:00pm
$15, walk-ins welcome
Bring your clothes, fabrics, or tote bags and print your own designs using hand-carved stamps and black fabric ink. Learn from coastal artist Dianne “D” Valenzuela as she guides participants in giving new life to garments through artful upcycling.
More information: hoffmanarts.org/events/upcycle-community-art-night/

Open Write with Emily Ransdell & Marcia Silver
Sunday, October 12, 2:00–4:00pm
Free, donations welcome
For any level of experience, Open Write is an open invitation to practice the craft of writing in community with fun, generative prompts. On each 2nd Sunday of the month, we will gather in the Writing Room at HCA and write to a variety of prompts in an informal setting with optional time to share writing without critique or instruction. Hosted by Emily Ransdell & Marcia Silver.
More information: hoffmanarts.org/events/open-write/

Submitted By: info@evcnb.org – Click to email about this post

Hey Neighbors!

Check out what’s happening with EVCNB — we’ve got some great events coming up that’ll help you get prepared and have fun!

Fire Station Open House!

We’re teaming up with Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue for a special Open House at Station 13 in Nehalem!

Saturday, October 11 AM – 3 PM
A full day of fun, learning, and community connection!

Need a GoBag or supplies?
Now’s your chance!

Purchase your items online
Pick up: Saturday, Oct. 11 | 1:00 – 1:30 PM
Location: Manzanita Police Station (old location)

Order here: evcnb.org/events-and-training/gobag-popup-10112025

Get Ready to ShakeOut!

Join your neighbors and EVCNB for the Great Oregon ShakeOut — and practice what to do during an earthquake:
“Drop, Cover, and Hold On!”

It’s a simple way for families, schools, and organizations to become more resilient.

Learn more here: evcnb.org/events-and-training/gso20251016

EVCNB — Promoting a Culture of Preparedness, Together.

Submitted By: WaSH@evcnb.org – Click to email about this post

Oct 18th and Nov. 22nd – Saturday 10:00am – 12:30pm
Class held at Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue
36375 N Hwy 101, Nehalem

It’s 2 1/2 hrs. of useful information that will help you prepare for water, sanitation, and hygiene emergencies.
Register at EVCNB.ORG – Events & Trainings

Do you know anyone that has taken the class?
Ask them if they found the class helpful and worth
their while. My bet their resounding answer will be ABSOLUTELY!

Need a refresher? Past attendees may come for FREE.
Email <wash@evcnb.org> to let the instructor know
you’ll be coming.
New, up-dated 7- laminated page set is $10.

Don’t put it off any longer!
Come learn how to be prepared for emergency situations that affect our coastal region.

Submitted By: hoc.repaircafe@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Need Something fixed?
Come to the Heart of Cartm Repair Cafe!

Lamps, Kitchenaids, Small Appliances, Clothing, Knitted Items and Jewelry are all welcome here.

Sign up on our website so we can be prepared for you

This Saturday, October 11th, from 3-5 at the Heartworks Studio (next door to the Heart of Cartm reuse store)

Submitted By: pac@ncrdnehalem.org – Click to email about this post

Saturday November 1st. 7:00 p.m. LIBERACE AND LIZA – A TRIBUTE at the NCRD Performing Arts Center. Liberace and Liza Minelli never actually shared the stage, but thanks to David Saffert and Jillian Snow, now they do! The SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE called it “Surreal, yet oddly perfect”. Equal parts tribute, improv, and full-on fever dream, the show blends virtuosic piano playing, powerhouse vocals, and “more sequins than strictly necessary”. The setlist swings from Cabaret and Gershwin to hilarious re-imaginings of Britney Spears and Lady Gaga. PG-13. Reserved seating $30, general admission $25, available at tickettomato.com/event/9671. A big thank you to our sponsors: Manzanita Beach Getaway, Visit Tillamook Coast, Ocean Inn, Realty One Group, Nehalem River Retreat, Rob and Sharon Borgford, Jack and Cindy Kenne, Erika Navarro and David Self.

Submitted By: pac@ncrdnehalem.org – Click to email about this post

COMEDYSPORTZ Portland is coming to the NCRD Performing Arts stage Oct 18th, 7:00 p.m. As part of CSz Worldwide Portland has won 3 World titles!. Competitive, interactive improv, all based on audience suggestions and appropriate for all ages. The referee controls the action while the teams compete for laughs and points from the fans. Reserved seating only $25, general admission $20, available at www.tickettomato.com/event/9648. Bonus: :
Learn improv from the masters! Sunday, Oct. 19th, 1:00 p.m. Improv Class! No charge! Primary Sponsor for this event is Manzanita Beach Getaway.

Submitted By: dillond@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

Share your memories and celebrate the life of friend, poet, and Wheeler artist — the late Barbara Matson.
Saturday, Oct. 11, from 2 to 4 p.m.
On the riverside lawn of Neahkahnie Smoke House in Wheeler.
(236 Marine Dr., North of Wheeler Marina)
Rain or Shine
Light snacks and coffee provided.

Submitted By: Christy@cosmichealingnw.com – Click to email about this post

Hello BBQ Community-

This Friday, October 10th, is World Mental Health Day. Please join Tillamook County Suicide Prevention Coalition and HUGGS to support mental health and spread positivity. Meet us at the Nehalem parking lot (hwy 101, by blinking light) from 4-5PM to show support and help break the stigma. We will have ‘Don’t Give Up’ signs on hand. You will be able to keep the signs. If you already have a sign, please bring it! Let’s show our community how much we love them!

You are ENOUGH
You MATTER
You are LOVED

Christy is our North County contact- please call/text her at (503) 800-1092, for info/questions – or contact the TCSPC at tcspcinfo@gmail.com

Submitted By: aquietplace@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

A new Quaker Worship Group (unprogrammed) will be meeting on Wednesdays 5-6PM starting this Wednesday October 8th at St Catherine Episcopal Church 36335 N Highway 101 in Nehalem. If you are curious about Quakerism ( a practice not a religion) come join us. All are welcome.
For more information contact Cathy Tinker at the above e-mail address.

Submitted By: briantjmcmahon@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

Hey everybody

Come join us for Yoga with veterans, with Molly and with Janet. It’s fun, healthy and will limber you up. Everyone is welcome, so come on in, the water is fine. Molly and Janet are excellent teachers.

Here is the info:

Yoga with Molly
Day – Monday
Time – 10:45 PST
Place – Tillamook YMCA

If you can’t join in person, you can still zoom in via the following link.

us06web.zoom.us/j/86577877885?pwd=hubSgvfcmYl6AWclxvsfULTHkeUCXY.1

Yoga with Janet
Day – Wednesday
Time – 10:30 PST
Place – NCRD in Nehalem

If you can’t join in person, you can still zoom in via the following link:
us02web.zoom.us/j/82315818270

See you there.

Brian

Submitted By: info@cannonbeacharts.org – Click to email about this post

The Art of Fall Botanicals: Ink & Watercolor Workshop

Location: Tolovana Hall
Date & Time: Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 1:00–4:00 PM
Ages: Adults | Class Size: 12 students (Max)
***(5 spots left)

Celebrate the season’s rich colors and patterns in this hands-on workshop with botanical artist Dorota. Learn how to blend loose, expressive watercolor washes with detailed ink work while painting fall botanicals from life. Together, we’ll practice observation skills and explore the structure, form, and beauty of plants in autumn.

Materials will be provided—you are welcome to bring your own personal materials if preferred!

Instructor Bio:
Dorota is a trained botanical illustrator with a diploma from the Society of Botanical Artists in the UK. She has taught at the Oregon Society of Artists, North Carolina Botanical Garden, and Sitka Center for Art and Ecology. Her work highlights the beauty and fragility of plants, and she is the author of five botanical coloring books, including one for Portland’s Lan Su Chinese Garden.

Register:
In-Person: Cannon Beach Gallery (1064 S Hemlock St. Cannon Beach, OR 97110)

Online: checkout.square.site/buy/K2HROXNULFKUUB4FO3YEJ7VB

Phone: 503-436-0744

Submitted By: Christy@cosmichealingnw.com – Click to email about this post

Hello BBQ Community-

Please join us for the 2nd Annual Lee Blackmon Soccer Scrimmage and Picnic, Sunday October 12th, 2 PM, at NES Field!! This is a FUN, FREE FAMILY Event in honor of Lee Blackmon, and his amazing work with our local kids, especially on the soccer field. ALL ARE WELCOME – to play soccer, get your face painted, have some snacks, paint an animal ornament, wear your Halloween costumes- and just have FUN in Community. Hope to see you there!!
Please bring a blanket or lawn chair or whatever you need to be comfortable. Also, wearing a Halloween costume is highly encouraged!

Contact Christy (503) 800-1092, christy@cosmichealingnw.com for questions/concerns.

Thank you!

Submitted By: emailthepinegrove@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

OCTOBER  2025 
The Manzanita Film Festival. Saturday, October 4th. Doors: 11am, Program:
12pm-5:30pm. Join us for the inaugural Manzanita Film Festival, a one day in-person event at the Pine Grove showcasing short films unique to the Pacific Northwest, including documentary shorts by local filmmakers: INVISIBLE ENEMY directed by Mark Shapiro and Douglas Brian Miller with executive producer Matthew Modine; and the premiere of Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Jesse Andrew Clark’s powerful environmental film FREE TO GROW. Tickets available at manzanitafilmfestival.com. 


North Coast Squid 10th Edition Celebration, Sunday, October 5th, 2pm-4pm. Please join us to celebrate the 10th Edition of the North Coast Squid, a publication from the Hoffman Center for the Arts that features original work by local writers and artists. 
We will gather at the Pine Grove Community House for light refreshments, readings from some of our writing contributors, and the celebratory release of the new edition.
Doors open at 1:30pm for refreshments.  At 2:00pm, we will begin the program with selected readings from the 10th Edition, followed by cake at 3:30pm and a toast to our Squid contributors and publication team. Information available at, hoffmanarts.org  

Wednesday October 8th, 12pm-1:30pm, Rainy day Village Appreciation Luncheon,
All are welcome, Lasagne, Salad, and Bread. Rainy Day Village Network promotes a thriving community through our network of neighborly support.RSVP, 503-482-9695.

Monday, October 13th, 2pm-4pm, Conscious Aging and Community Connections.  Writing Your Own Obituary: We promise you, you will likely regret it if you don’t! Who better than you to write your own obituary? And yes, it can be fun and enlightening and motivational. Our facilitator, Kathie Hightower, always read obituaries, “as an honoring.” Saddened by the many boring ones she loved discovering fun ones that really shared the person’s story. It’s not morbid; it’s practical and life-affirming. Join us to get a good start on you own obituary (and for those planning a tombstone, tips on those as well.) 
Please bring a pen and a journal or notebook paper for this inspiring afternoon. Everyone is welcome. $5 at the door.

Tuesday, October 21st, 5:30-7:30pm, Members’ Dinner.   Please join us for this month’s Members’ Dinner – A “Come As You Aren’t” Costume Party! Please bring a salad, side dish or dessert, and a bottle of wine or other beverage to share, and you own place setting.

COMING IN NOVEMBER! Join us for another wonderful evening with Manzanita’s very own story teller extraordinaire, Liz Cole!
We are happy to announce Liz will do another chapter of Storytime for Grown-ups on Thursday, November 13th. 

Submitted By: lnct@nehalemtrust.org – Click to email about this post

Join us for a walk down LNCT’s Headwater’s trail!

We will meet at 11:30AM at the South Neahkahnie Trailhead* Paper bag your lunch and enjoy a midday break outside with friends. The walk is ~2.5 miles round trip, with a gentle incline.

Note—the Headwaters trail is uneven and mildly steep in some areas. To access the Headwaters Trail, we will meet at the Neahkahnie Mountain South Trailhead parking lot and walk down from there. Plan to wear shoes with a decent tread and dress for the weather.

*To reach the South Neahkahnie Trailhead, drive north on highway 101 from Manzanita about 2 miles. Between mileposts 41 and 41, turn right on road 38555. Keep to the right up the dirt road until you reach a small parking lot and signage, about 1/2 mile.

Submitted By: cardoons@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

Join Conscious Aging and Community Connections
October 13, 2PM – 4PM
Pine Grove Community House
Manzanita

Writing Your Own Obituary:
We promise you, you will likely regret it if you don’t 🙂

Facilitated by Kathie Hightower
Who better than you to write your own obituary?
And yes, it can be fun and enlightening and motivational. Kathie Hightower always read obituaries, “as an honoring.” Saddened by the many boring ones (likely fill-in-the-blanks at a funeral home), she enjoyed the fun ones that really shared the person’s story.
She had only written one, her moms, before Kathie’s husband Greg passed away in April. In writing his, and later seeing another friend’s and thinking (“Oh, I wish I’d included xxx.”:), she thought, “who will write mine?”
“I will,” she decided.
It’s not morbid; it’s practical and life-affirming.

Join us to get a good start on you own obituary (and for those planning a tombstone, tips on those as well.)

Kathie Hightower is a member of the Conscious Aging and Creating Community committee. She spent 25 years doing workshops around the world, on Conscious/Joyful Living. She used to teach obituary writing to women in their 20’s and 30’s to help them see whether or not they were living their lives the way they would want to have lived them…the way they would want to be remembered. This is a variation on the theme. Bring a pen and a journal or notebook paper.

Your $5 donation at the door supports the Pine Grove Community House

Submitted By: pac@ncrdnehalem.org – Click to email about this post

Equal parts tribute, improv and full-on fever dream, this show blends virtuosic piano playing, powerhoue vocals, and more sequins than strictly necessary. The setlist swings from Cabaret and Gershwin to hilarious re-imaginins of Britney Spears and Lady Gaga. The San Francisco Chronicle called it “Surreal, yet oddly perfect!”. Liberace and Liza – A Tribute will be on stage at the NCRD Performing Arts Center November 1st, 7:00 p.m. Reserved Seating $30, general admission $25. Available at tickettomato.com/event/9671. PG-13

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Join us Saturday morning for Ken Waldman’s iconic, family-friendly show based on his book D is for Dog Team. Ken has spent over 30 years bringing writing, storytelling, and fiddle music to students in rural Alaska and across the U.S. His engaging style connects with kids of all ages—don’t miss this fun, interactive event! Get your free tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/d-is-for-dog-team-tickets-1721812059219?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Submitted By: woika@yahoo.com – Click to email about this post

Live Jazz music at The Roost on Sunday 12-2pm

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Crave the Coast is here! To celebrate, Green Coast Market is launching an October event series. Join us on Saturday evenings from 5-7PM to enjoy delicious local food and beverages presented by the farmers and makers themselves (whenever possible).

First up: Brickyard Farms (Tillamook) + fancy mocktails made with Portland Syrups and garnishes from our market.

Coming up later in the month we’ll have: wine + pasta, cider + cheese, and tea + sweets.

To learn about the other foodie events happening this month on the North Oregon Coast, follow this link: northcoastfoodtrail.com/crave-the-coast/

Green Coast Market is located at 117 S Miller Street in downtown Rockaway Beach. Fall hours: Thursdays through Mondays 10AM-5PM, except for Saturdays, when we stay open until 7PM.

Thanks for shopping local!

Submitted By: goatherd@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post

Join us at the White Clover Grange this Sunday from 11-3

It looks like it’s going to be a beautiful fall day- just perfect for pressing apple cider and celebrating the autumn together.

There will be apple treats, kid’s art projects, fresh apple juice, an apple tasting – a great time to spend with the community. Bring the whole family!

Entry is free. Donations gratefully accepted for food, drink and apple trees. All proceeds support the work of the Grange in maintaining our beautiful building and continuing to host wonderful community events like this one!

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St Catherine’s Community will offer
A Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 5, at 11:30,
after the 10am service,
This annual event is hosted in honor of
the feast day of St Francis of Assisi.
Rev Ali will offer animal blessings
and is delighted to welcome guest,
Christy Kay, to offer her gifts as a
veterinary chaplain.
Christy will be available for animal Reiki
and insight into your pets, if requested.

Submitted By: pac@ncrdnehalem.org – Click to email about this post

ComedySportz returns to the NCRD stage Saturday, Oct 18th! This hilarious comedy troupe has been entertaining audiences for decades, and they had us rolling in the aisles when they were here in 2019. Two teams compete, acting out scenes suggested by the audience. A referee controls the action, and the audience votes for the winning team! Occasionally, audience members might even find themselves up on stage and doing things they never imagined doing. The bottom line is it’s the funniest thing going and you don’t have to drive to Portland o se the show! Show starts at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18th, NCRD Performing Arts Center. Tickets only $25 for reserved seating, $20 for general admission. www.tickettomato.com/event/9648 Family friendly!

Submitted By: sdawagner@icloud.com – Click to email about this post

In gratitude for the enthusiastic responses to its past performances, on October 4 the North Oregon Coast Symphony will present a classical music concert featuring small wind and string ensembles at St. Catherine Episcopal Church in Nehalem.

For several years, the symphony performed regularly at St. Catherine until it outgrew the venue. Because musicians loved playing at the church, with its wonderful acoustics and appreciative audiences, several small groups made up of current and former symphony members have put together a program of chamber music suited for the smaller venue. 

Queentet–a string quartet plus clarinet– will play movements from Mozart’s famous clarinet quintet, K 581.  A trio of flutes will present two contemporary pieces, one of which, Birds, has movements entitled Birdsong, Flight, and The Journey. The FAB piano trio (violin, cello, piano) will perform the gentle second movement from Mendelssohn’s first piano trio. The Astoria Tuba Quartet will round out the program with a selection of pieces by composers ranging from the baroque-era Buxtehude to the local (Peninsula) Norm Poulshock. 

The concert will take place on Saturday, October 4 at St. Catherine Episcopal Church (36335 N. Hwy 101, Nehalem, OR ) beginning at 3 pm.

There will be no fee for admission, but donations are encouraged.

For more information about the North Oregon Coast Symphony, visit their website: nocsymphony.org

Submitted By: manzanitafilmfestival@gmail.com – Click to email about this post

We always thought Manzanita needed a short film festival, and we were right! The community’s response has been overwhelming and our one-day festival is entirely sold out. Unfortunately we don’t have any seats remaining for day-of sales.

If you’ve purchased tickets but your plans have changed and you can’t make it, please let us know at manzanitafilmfestival@gmail.com

If you have tickets but plan to only attend one or two blocks of films, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time.

Saturday, October 4th 2025
Pine Grove Community House
225 Laneda Ave, Manzanita, Oregon

Screening Schedule
11:00am – Doors Open
12:00pm – Live Action Shorts
2:00pm – Animated Shorts
4:00pm – Documentary Shorts

Stay up to date on festival news. Sing up for our newsletter: www.manzanitafilmfestival.com/#contact or follow us in Instagram www.instagram.com/manzanitafilmfestival/

Best,
Pam Statz & Justin Graham
Festival Directors
manzanitafilmfestival.com

Submitted By: info@rainydayvillage.org – Click to email about this post

Hoping you can join us next Wednesday, Oct 8th, 12pm at the Pine Grove for our annual appreciation luncheon. All members, donors and volunteers are welcome. And please bring a friend from the community who may be interested in RDV!

Please RSVP as soon as possible to 503-482-9695.