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Author Jakob Kerr to Discuss His Thriller ‘Dead Money’ Oct. 18

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The New York Times has praised the mystery, Dead Money, as one of the best thrillers of 2025, and author Jakob Kerr will discuss his debut novel at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 in the Cannon Beach Library.

Hosted by the library’s NW Authors Series, the presentation is free and open to the public, available in-person at the library or livestreamed via a link on the library’s website. Books will be available for sale.

Set in Silicon Valley, Dead Money begins with the murder of Trevor Canon, the CEO of the hottest startup, Journy. Later it is learned that Canon, who feared such a possibility, had changed
his will to include a “dead money” clause, specifying that, in the event of his murder, his $20 billion in
company stock will remain frozen until his murder is solved.

From there, the story takes numerous twists and turns, involving a ruthless venture capitalist, a young investigator, the FBI and several quirky technology experts who add details to the plot, which continues to surprise through the last page.

In Dead Money, Kerr, the son of Cannon Beach residents Bruce and Lisa Kerr, draws on his experiences to create the novel. Kerr spent 15 years as a lawyer and communications executive in the San Francisco tech industry. He now lives in Seattle.

Publishers Weekly called Kerr a “formidable new talent.”

In addition, the Seattle Times says Dead Money is “exhilarating and unpredictable.”

“Packed with jaw-dropping twists, a compelling outsider heroine and scathing insights into the tech world’s glittering facade, Dead Money is an electrifying debut that demands to be devoured.”

NO KINGS DAY, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, MANZANITA

Submitted By: pattyrinehart@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post
Hi Folks,

I get information daily now about the No Kings Day coming up this Saturday around the nation and here in Manzanita. Location is on Highway 101 at the top of Laneda and Manzanita Avenues. Time is from noon to 2 PM. The last information I received from the No Kings Team said this: ” Let’s do everything in our power to make No Kings Day the biggest, peaceful day of action possible.” So, are you with us? The website below talks about this event. Please watch it. As with all you tube, you could watch
forever, just asking you to watch this video on safety.

Go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fka4dek_YW8

Our Safety Committee consists of 14 people who will be wearing orange vests. At the event know where these people are in case you have a problem. With your help our group will keep this event safe for everyone.

If you can, dress in yellow. This will make our group stand out even more than they already do. If you can, bring a NO KINGS sign, or sign of your choice. Know that these signs will be seen by the public of any age, so we ask you to make your sign appropriate for anyone to see. Make your sign as positive as you can to reflect the positiveness of our PROTEST. Yes, we are all MAD about what is going on. Let’s just not be as mad as the people running the government right now. We are better than that. Remember: GOOD NEEDS TO WIN!
What else do you want to see at our PROTEST? Let me know, because this is all about US, and US needs to speak up!

Enjoy our sunny days.
Best,
Patty

Looking for a dress form, you no longer want

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I want to sell some clothing and I would like a dress form to put them on so people can see what they really look like. If you have one that you no longer want it would be great if it’s not too expensive we’ll talk you can leave me a message and your phone number would be great. My name is Jane my number is 941-914-2786. Thank you.

MUsiCAL STORYTIME FOR PRESCHOOLERS AT THE MANZANITA LIBRARY

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Pete the Cat is one cool dude as he strolls around in his new white shoes. Preschoolers
and their parents and caregivers can find out more about Pete the Cat’s adventures when
attending North Oregon Coast Symphony’s FREE Musical Storytime October 20 at the
Manzanita Library at 10:30. Musical Storytime is a hands-on musical activity for preschoolers.
This free outreach program is for children ages 2-5. This month’s story is Pete the Cat, I
Love My White Shoes and will be accompanied by flute player, Shelley Loring. Pete the Cat is
silly, fun, and has brightly colored illustrations. Pete loves his bright white sneakers so much that
he sings about them wherever he goes. Children will love singing along to this story. Loring will
talk more about her flute after the story is read and demonstrate the various sounds she can
produce. Then different wind instruments will be handed out for the children to play.
Similar events are being planned monthly in partnership between North Oregon Coast
Symphony, North Tillamook Library, Seaside Library, and Astoria Library. For more
information, visit the symphony’s website at www.nocsymphony.org., or seasidelibrary.org, or
catalog.tillabook.org/Events/Calendar, or www.astoria.gov/dept/Library.

A THANK YOU FROM RIVERBEND PLAYERS AND WHAT’S NEXT THIS DECEMBER

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What an incredible run! A huge and heartfelt THANK YOU to the cast, crew, and every single person who came out to support THE INVISIBLE MAN: A LIVE RADIO PLAY, directed by Tom Cocklin, at the NCRD Performing Arts Center.
It takes a special kind of magic to make an invisible man appear, and our team did it with passion, talent, and a whole lot of amazing sound effects! We are so proud of this show and grateful to our community for sharing in the experience with us.
But don’t get too comfortable… because the holidays are just around the corner! Get ready to trade suspense for holiday sweaters and eggnog.
We can’t wait to see you all in December for the laugh-out-loud holiday comedy that spoofs the Hallmark Christmas movies, THE HOLIDAY CHANNEL CHRISTMAS MOVIE WONDERTHON!
See you soon at the theater!
Photo by Willy Paul Photo Pictured left to right, Julie Johnston, Tom Mattia, Charles Miska, Erik Esrael, Georgianna Marie, Pamela Haskin, Bill Britton, Gregory Cickavage

Free Clothing! Tuesday, October 14, 12-3 pm at the Food Bank

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As North County Food Bank winds down operation at the old Wheeler Hospital, we need to dispose of the remaining clothing in our clothing bank. Please come and find some clothes for you, your family, your neighbors, or anyone!

We mostly have women’s tops and pants as well as lots of clothes for babies and toddlers. Unfortunately, we do not have much men’s clothing, though we do have a few very nice suits.

Please come during food bank open hours The back door near the Care Center entrance will be open, or you can come through the garage.

We have offered the clothing to Nehalem Bay Community Services and the Hope Chest, but they are full. We’d love to see it stay in the community.

Tuesday, October 15
12 pm to 3 pm.
278 Rowe St.
Wheeler, OR

Food distribution will be at our temporary location, the former site of the Nehalem Bay Clinic, starting October 21. Unfortunately, there is no room for a clothing bank at this location.

Heart of Cartm seeks sewing supplies for refugee woman tailor

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We are helping a refugee family from Afghanistan. The dad was a translator for the US Army. The mom was a tailor. She wants to start a home sewing business to help support their family of five.

Heart of Cartm was able to locate a serger for her. Other sewing supplies that would help would be: fabric, notions, sewing table, mat and cutter, pins and needles.

Donations can be brought to the Heart of Cartm Store.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity toward this family.

TEEN NIGHT at North Coast Pinball this Friday October 17th, 6-8PM

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Hello BBQ Community-

TEEN NIGHT at North Coast Pinball is Friday October 17th, 6-8 PM! FREE PINBALL and Games, Arts/Crafts for ALL TEENS! ALL TEENS WELCOME (Teens Only). Please spread the word and send your teens in for FREE FUN!

Contact Christy (503) 800-1092 for info/questions or to donate
Thank you

Family Day at Jiu Jitsu 101

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

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

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.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

For questions, contact Coach Ronin at 503-332-1274

BLUE PURE 121 Air Purifier For Sale

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Like new Blue Pure 121 Air purifier for sale. Comes with filter and two washable pre filter covers.

New about $540. Asking $225 OBO. Please call or text Dan at (503) 459-2302 if interested.

Key features 

Filtration: Combines a particle filter and an activated carbon filter to capture dust, pollen, pet dander, smoke, and odors.

Technology: Uses HEPASilent™ technology, which removes 99.97% of airborne particles down to \(0.1\) micron.

Coverage: AHAM-verified for rooms up to 620 square feet, recommended for extra-large rooms.

Air intake: Features a 360-degree air intake for maximum efficiency and allows flexible placement.

Design: Simple, minimalist design with a single-button control and a washable pre-filter sleeve that can be easily changed to customize the look.

Energy efficiency: Energy Star certified, with a low energy consumption (31-61W).

Noise level: Operates quietly, producing about 31 dB on low and up to 56 dB on high. 

Make offer – unique metal & glass caddy

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Try as I may…… I just Cannot Find a workable space for this unique storage caddy I’ve used
For years in my art studio. The new studio is tiny and I just can’t find a place where it not in the way.
It’s got 6 storage compartments for any number of
Things you might need to grab quick. Kitchen, art room, shop, bathroom….. could be used anywhere. It’s sturdy and likely old. I bought it about 8-9 years ago in camas antique shop. Paid 135$ I’d like to see it go to someone who knows it’s “coolness” so just make me an offer.

Thanx, K

UPCOMING

Submitted By: pattyrinehart@nehalemtel.net – Click to email about this post
Dear Folks,

What an excellent PROTEST we had today in Nehalem—even the rain couldn’t dampen our spirits! About 30 people joined us, and hundreds more showed their support by honking and giving us the thumbs up. Many agreed that this was the most enthusiastic response we’ve received in weeks. Over the past few months, we’ve held more than 16 PROTESTS, and while we wish we could be out every day, it’s not always possible. There are so many positive events happening in North Tillamook County, and we are truly fortunate to live in such a vibrant, supportive community where freedom of speech is celebrated.

Looking ahead, we need to get serious about next week’s PROTEST in Manzanita. Your support is crucial—here’s how you can help: bring a friend, make a sign, donate snacks like banana bread or pumpkin bread for our protesters, or simply spread the word to encourage others to join us. We especially hope to see more teenagers participate; we haven’t seen any at our PROTEST since July 4th in Manzanita. Even if you can’t stay, drive by a couple of times and honk to show your support. Every action makes a difference!

Rain is likely next Saturday, but this week proved that a little weather won’t hold us back. To keep everyone safe at the Manzanita PROTEST, we’ll share important instructions in the next few days—please read them carefully and follow them. These guidelines are for everyone’s safety. If you’re unable to follow the instructions, we ask that you refrain from attending.

Stay tuned for more updates.

Thank you to everyone who braved the weather today! We are grateful for your dedication and proud to be part of this amazing community.

Don’t forget your donation of canned food to our North Tillamook County Food Bank. Go put your donation in your care now. Thanks.

Best,

Patty

YIN AND YANG AND YOU

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DISCLAIMER: The following article is written by a Dixie who does NOT live in Manzanita. I do not have any connection with the very nice lady who owns the wine shop in Manzanita. And aren’t you lucky to have such a nice wine shop right in your own neighborhood!! Be thankful for what you have!
Most of us are familiar with the YIN and YANG symbol. A circle divided with a wavy line, one side black, one side white, each side containing a small circle.
Yin and Yang are fundamentally opposite but complementary forces in ancient Chinese philosophy that exist in harmony and balance, representing the duality of everything in the universe.
OPPOSITE BUT COMPLIMENTARY IS THE KEY!

The Yin-Yang symbol itself illustrates their interconnectedness, showing that each force contains a seed of the other and they are interdependent and constantly transforming.  

This is pretty true of the dominate political parties in our country. YES! Really it is – and that is good! Remember Opposite but Complimentary is the key!!!

I have to say that as a democrat, my late husband was a republican and my good friend who lived across the way was also a republican, and it didn’t seem to matter. We differed on several things, greatly on the matter of abortion, I was and am pro choice and she was pro- life. YET – we still got along! We just agreed to disagree and then enjoyed each others company, Do you remember those days?

We can still do that – agree to disagree – and still respect and enjoy each others company!! YES WE CAN

SO who or what is dividing us, how do they turn us against each other? Basically it is the media. People my age, maybe 60 plus usually watch the corporate news. The left and the right media usually over exagerate the positives on their side of the aisle and just don’t mention the negatives, which make us all believe that the other side is totally crazy. How can you believe that? They say to me. I could ask them the same question!

There is much going on that is not addressed in the mainstream media. Most people don’t care enough to go deeper into who or what is happening, or even why? I think these people are the ones who get mad at the Dixie who runs the wine shop. (Again – that Dixie is not posting on the BBQ.)

Their are many people who want to know the what, why, where, and who. We usually go to the internet and listen and watch others who have opinions that we are interested in hearing.
So naturally these people are more informed than the others. Sometimes they feel that what they know should be shared because the information involves all Americans and we feel that everyone should know because it involves safety, it might effect our freedoms, and our way of life. If you don’t want to read or hear about these things, then you have the right and ability to tune out, and you can, You don’t have to read what I write – so don’t read it. But to threaten a local wine shop because this very nice lady has the same name as me is a little ridiculous don’t you think? And you know what? If she goes out of business YOU are
The looser!!

Republicans and Democrats – fundamentally opposite – but complimentary
( we help each other come to sensible conclusions)

RESCHEDULED!!! LEE BLACKMON SOCCER SCRIMMAGE AND PICNIC is now on SUNDAY OCTOBER 19th

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Hello All-
We have had to reschedule this Fun Event to NEXT SUNDAY OCTOBER 19th – same time- 2 PM, same place- NES field- PLEASE JOIN US- for soccer, for ornament painting, face painting, snacks, and more! HOPE to see you THERE!

Contact Christy (503) 800-1092 or Christy@cosmichealingnw.com

Thank you!!

Conscious Aging and Community Connections

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

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

If you’ve never said “it would be fun to take an obituary writing class,” think again. 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 loved discovering 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

Yoga with veterans and with Molly and with Janet

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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