Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Community Calendar

Community Calendar 2008

COLOR CODES FOR EVENTS: CULTURAL TOURISM - FESTIVALS RUNNING EVENTS - CHAMBER EVENTS - OTHER EVENTS - KIDS EVENTS -SOUTH SLOUGH
Please e-mail additions or corrections to cheryl@oregonsbayarea.org or call 541-269-0215.
JAN	FEB	MAR	APR	MAY	JUNE	JULY	AUG	SEP	OCT	NOV	DEC

	January 2008
January 3	North Bay Grange Regular meeting 7:00pm Instillation of Officers, coffee committee Harriet Rempelos and Thelma Buernhardt
January 9	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: Joanne Verger - 2008 Focus & Expectations Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
January 9	Boys and Girls Club Hosts Annual Fine Arts Exhibit The show runs through the month of January, and is the local competition for Boys and Girls Clubs of America's National Fine Arts program. Winners will advance to Regional's. For more information about Club closure dates or times, please call the Boys & Girls Club at 541-267-3635.
January 10	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
January 12	Join us for the Grand Opening of BELLA BAKERY Free samples artisan organic breads and toppings award winning pastries and now sugar-free too. At Ric's Posto Bella 160 Anderson Avenue in Downtown Coos Bay 541-260-0868 Take home loaves of Fresh Bread, pies, favorite cakes, muffins , cookies and European desserts
January 12	AN EVENING WITH MARK TWAIN LTOB presents Kurt H. Sutton Performs Presented in the setting of Samuel L. Clemens parlor, Mark Twain will share his wit, wisdom and humor and sing-a-long songs with which he entertained his family and friends. Little Theatre on the Bay is located at 2100 Sherman Avenue in North Bend. The Trouble starts at 8:00pm Reservations: 541-756-4336 out town: 1-877-746-4336. Box office will be open Friday and Saturday Noon to 5:00pm Also 1 hour before the performance.
January 12	B COMPANY 1-186 INFANTRY "BANDITS" "Open Armory" Event Saturday from 10:00am-3:00pm come for all or part.... lots to see! see what we do in the State and in our community on a Monthly basis. Sit through soldier classes. Displays and refreshments sponsored by Family Support Team. Weapons displays. videos, give-a-ways, information. Help us work on the Pioneer Cemetery Sat from 1500-1730. Sign up to participate as OPFOR on sunday in company combat lanes exercise. Point of contact SSG Mann 541-888-5132 or James.Mann4@us.army.mil
January 12	Tide of the Toddlers- Wild Things 10:00-11:00am children from 1-5 can sing a son, hear a story, make a craft, and explore the natural world. A fee of $1.00 per toddler goes to the Friends of the South Slough to help support the activities offered by the Reserve. To register, please call, (541)888-5558
January 13	Bullards Beach Run 2:00pm Bullards Beach State Park. 1m, 5Km, 10Km. T-shirt Exchange. Ribbons. For more information contact Tom Bedell at 541-347-4740 or David Ledig at 541-347-3791.
January 16	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: Cardinal Services Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
January 17	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
January 17	Line Dance Lessons with Connie Evergreen Court 451 O'Connell St. North Bend 1:00pm for more information contact Carol Clark at 541-756-4466
January 18	More Jazz at Jardin's Reggie Houston & His Box of Chocolates Trio Black Market Gourmet - 6:30pm, Cost $55 per person. Dinner included. More than just a master of the saxophone, Reggie Houston is an entertainer of the highest order who has played with the likes of Fats Domino, Charmaine Neville, and Harry Connick Jr. Now he is bringing his New Orleans sound to the Bay Area in a not-to-be missed appearance. For more information call 541-269-0194
January 19	Upland Animals All children ages 6-12 are welcome to join the Estuary Explores from 9:00-12. We will be discovering animals of South Slough through the tracks and signs they leave behind. Dress for the weather. A fee of $3.00 per child goes to the Friends of South Slough to help support the activities offered by the reserve. to register call 541-888-5558.
January 19	Join South Slough volunteers and authors David Lunde and Patricia McKillip for an Author Afternoon at South Slough's Interpretive Center auditorium. Each will read selections of poetry and fiction from their work starting at 2:00pm. Light refreshments will be provided. To register for this free program , call 541-888-5558
January 19 & 20	South Coast Small Business Expo North Bend Community Center for 10:00-6:00pm Featuring businesses from all around the South Coast. A free community event open to the public. Businesses will be offering samples of there goods and answering questions. Fashion show from 4:00-5:00 Saturday there will be an auction from 5:00-6:00. Some of the seasonal and hard to find business will be on hand as well. For more information contact David Willhite at 541-266-9473
January 21	Martin Luther Kin, Jr. Day The Human Rights Advocates of Coos County are sponsoring a candlelight Vigil at 7:30pm at the Boardwalk in Downtown Coos Bay. Celebration 5:30pm at the Egyptian Theater. Events will include presentation of the Annual Human Dignity Award. Guest, Dept. of Peace District Rep. there will be African Drumming, Speakers, Short films, and the Candlelight Vigil
January 23	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: South Coast Employers Council Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
January 23	Oregon Book Awards Authors at North Bend Public Library Four winners and finalist of 2007 Oregon Book Awards read selections from their works of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. The writers are from Eugene, Portland, Corvallis, and Salem and are part of the Oregon Book Awards Author tour. This is a free event 7:00pm at the North Bend Public Library. For more information contact the library at 541-756-1073
January 24	Lunch & Learn Lecture series Thursday 12:00-1:00 Milner Crest Education Center community Room. 1255 Hemlock Avenue, Coos Bay. Bring your lunch and join us this month we will tell the cultural story of South Slough. To register for this free program, call 541-888-5558
January 24	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
January 24	Coos Bay Downtown Association Thursday at 6pm in the Coos Bay City Council Chambers. Welcome to non members. Randy Sparks of the Coos Bay Police Department will address the problem of pan handling in Coos Bay and what exactly can be done. This is an area of interest for all.
January 24	"Inventing 101: Smart Tips for Beginners or Seasoned Investors" free informational presentation offered to the public at 7:00pm in the Myrtlewood Room at the Coos Bay Public Library. The program is a cooperative effort between the library and the Investor Information Program of the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services. Program sponsored by the Friends of the Coos Bay Public Library and is open to the public. For more information, call the library at 541-269-1101
January 26	The Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet "Full Sail Ahead" Social Hour 6pm - Dinner 7pm, The Mill Casino Hotel * Salmon Room Join us as we celebrate the achievements of 2007 and recognize those leaders in our community. For more information contact the Chamber Office 541-266-0868
January 26	Saturdays on the Sough Join us beginning at 9:00am-12:00. Spend the morning in the field discovering culturally significant areas of South Slough. Dress for the weather. A fee of $5.00 per participant goes to the Friends of South Slough to help support the activities offered by the Reserve. (free for South Slough volunteers) Call 541-888-5558 to register We'll see you at the slough! All programs are held at he Interpretive Center unless otherwise noted. The Interpretive Center is located four miles south of Charleston on Seven Devils Road. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am -4:30pm. Please register in advance for all programs by calling 5421-888-5558 as programs may be cancelled due to low enrollment. Activity fees cover materials or are used by the Friends of South Slough in support of the Reserve.
January 26	"Great Earthquakes in the Pacific Northwest: New Views of Monitoring & the Episodic Tremor and Slip (ETS) Story" Hales Center for the Performing Arts on the Southwestern Oregon Community College Campus. Lecture starts at 7:00pm Dr. Kelin Wang (Geological Survey of Canada) For more information contact Ron Metzger 541-888-7216 or rmetzger@socc.edu
January 27	Evergreen Court Art Reception for Jessica Elam from 1:00-3:00 art work will be on exhibit through March 16th for more information contact Carol Clark at 541-756-4466
January 29	To commemorate the memory and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King and so many other African American statesmen, leaders and martyrs. Southwestern Oregon Community College Proudly presents. Black History Month at Southwestern Presents "MY LIFE AS A CROW" Hales Performing Arts Center 7:00pm Bruce Thomas has been a councilor/Faculty member at Glendale Community College in Arizona for 17 years. He has also taught Administration of Justice course at ASU West. In 2005, Mr. Thomas was a Fulbright recipient and taught Comparative Literature in Bremen German. In 2004, he taught English at Wuyi University in Jiamgmen, China. He has bee in Who's Who Among American College Teachers the last three years.
January 30	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Hosted by: Oceanridge Retirement & Assisted Living 1855 SE Ocean Blvd., Coos Bay 5:00 - 7:00pm Enjoy the good food and fellowship. Bring your business cards and network with your fellow Chamber members.
January 30	Evergreen Court Senior Dance 1:00pm Band: Gene Valerio and friends refreshments will be served. Evergreen Court is located at 451 O'Connell Street in North Bend for more information contact Carol Clark 541-756-4466
January 31	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
January 31	Jazz Festival Warm-up Event featuring "The Young Bucs and Soulpie An alcohol free evening of contrast with bluegrass and hot blues & soul 7:00pm at the Sawmill Events Center located at 3491 Broadway North Bend Tickets $10.00 Tickets are available at OFF THE RECORD. For more information call 541-888-4386
	February 2008
February 1	First Friday Wine Walk Downtown Coos Bay, 5:00-7:00 pm, Wine walk starts in the lobby of the old Umpqua Bank building at 170 S. 2nd Street (corner of Anderson). For more information contact Cindy Rawlings at The World, 541-269-1222, ext. 289. Commemorative wine glasses will be sold for $10 each with proceeds benefiting local non-profit groups. The World newspaper will provide posters and maps for participants. Visit various downtown businesses to taste wonderful wines and food samples. Maps are available. www.theworlink.com
February 1	Chubby Checker Rock 'n Roll icon Chubby Checker will be "twisting" in the Salmon Room at the Mill Casino-Hotel. Tickets on sale now! Available at Do-Kwel Gifts for just $39.00 per person or $29.00 for the casino's player's club members. Concert starts at 7:00 for more information call 541-756-8800
February 2	Prediction Run/Walk Saturday 10:00am Coos Bay Boardwalk. 5 mile run/3 mile walk. Gift Certificates to entrants who predict closest finishing times (no watches allowed) Ribbons. Chili afterwards. For information contact Pete & Carole Dawson at 541-267-6329
February 2	"Planet Earth" film festival 1:00pm Come view the extraordinary nature documentary "Planet Earth" on South Slough's big screen. This month's episodes will be Fresh Water and Jungles. We'll provide the popcorn. For more information contact the Slough at 541-8885558
February 2	World Wetlands Day South Slough National Research Reserve Birding 8:00am-10:00am Meet at the interpretive center and venture into the Reserve in search of winged wildlife. $1.00 per person. Held the first Saturday of each month. For more information call 541-888-5558 or www.SouthSloughEstuary.org
February 2 & 3	Sweetheart of a USED Book Sale The Friends of Coos Bay Public Library are having a used book sale from 10:00- 4:00 on Saturday and 12:00 to 4:00 on Sunday. Coos Bay public library is located on 6th and Anderson in downtown Coos Bay. presale starts at 9:00am. Most books are still 25 cents each, but there is a special half-price sale on Sunday only. And from 3 to 4 pm on Sunday, all books in the Myrtlewood Room will be $1.00 per bag. All proceeds fund special programs for children and adults, and buy books, equipment and other items to supplement the library budget. For more information, those interested may call 541-269-1101
February 6	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: Deanna Scott- Coos Bay/North Bend Visitors & Convention Bureau Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
February 6	Judy Lochman Photos at Coos bay Public Library exhibiting her work now through February 29th. The exhibit encompasses a wide range of subject matter but most are of the south coast, primarily Coos County. Lochman in a native Oregonian, graduating from Marshfield High School. For more information contact the Library at 541-269-1101.
February 7	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
February 8	The Portrait Place ribbon cutting and open house at 2:00pm Pony Village Mall on the Mezzanine Level. Jessica and Juliet will be serving refreshments and telling us about there new business. Come help the Ambassadors welcome them to our area. For more information give Jessica and Juliet a call at 541-756-6186
February 9	Charleston Annual Crab Feed Old Charleston School, Charleston 11am-4pm, Cost is market price Fresh Oregon Dungeness Crab, salad, beans, garlic bread and a beverage. For more information contact Mel Campbell at 541-888-4875
February 9	Valentines Day Program at Coos Bay Library will host a program at the library on Saturday at 11:00am. Popular Oregon Musician and Storyteller Anne-Louise Sterry will present a fun program of children's music, song and storytelling which promises to be a lot of fun for the whole family. Anne-Louise's performance will be followed by a craft and treats. All ages are welcome to attend this free 45 minute program. For more information please visit the library or call 541-269-1101. All programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Coos Bay Library
February 9	Paddling the Estuary 9:00am-2:00pm Explore South Slough with an interpreter on a trail that flows with the dies. Bring your own kayak or canoe, life jacket, lunch, and water. 8 boat limit. Price is $15.00 per boat. For more information contact the Slough at 541-888-5558
February 9	Zonta Celebrates with a Night of Fine Cuisine and Fundraising 10th Annual Celebrity Dinner - Dance - Silent Auction. 6:00pm at the North Bend Community Center. Music by the Flashbacks, Catering by The Coach House Restaurant. No Host Bar, semi formal attire. For a preview of auction items, see www.zontacoosbay.org Tickets are $50.00 Proceeds from this event help support our local scholarships , grants to community projects including the Little Red Schoolhouse and Zonta's international projects. For more information contact Genelle Hanken Celebrity Dinner Chair at 541-396-3329
February 13	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: J.D. Fuiten- Bay Cities Ambulance Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
February 14	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
February 14	Art Walk Various locations 5:00-8:00pm A self guided walking tour, 2nd Thursday of each month. Featuring local Artists, tasty food and most especially fun! Maps are available for more information contact Crystal Dolphin Gallery at 541-756-1989
February 14	Sweet Heart Dance for Seniors 1:00pm Dance lesson at 12:00noon. "Mr. Bulldog" contestants from North Bend High School will be here to dance with us. Band will be Gene Valerio and fiends. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is invited. For more information contact Carol Clark at 541-756-4466
February 14	Benefit for the Waterfall Community Health Center Valentine's Day Great Movie & Prize Giveaway The movie will be "GHOST" with Demi Moore, Patrick Swayze and Whoopie Goldberg. Prizes lots of prizes from Fiddlesticks Gifts to be given away. Grand Prize- Moving Waterfall Picture. Where: EGYPTIAN THEATER- Cost- $5.00 Doors open at 6:30 prize giveaways at 7:30 Movie at 8:00.
February 16	Build a Birdhouse Before the swallows begin to nest, come build a birdhouse to encourage them to live in your backyard! We'll provide the supplies and tools. Work on your own or bring a partner. Please pre-register so we have enough for everyone! $10.00 per birdhouse. For more information contact the Slough at 541-888-5558
February 20	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: TBA Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
February 21	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
February 21	Lunch and Learn Wandering through Watersheds discover the coastal forest and watersheds of South Slough 12:00-1:00pm Community Room at Milner Crest Education Center1255 Hemlock Avenue, Coos Bay. Please bring brown bag lunch. For more information call South Slough at 541-888-5558
February 21	Little Theatre on the Bay Annual Musical "Damn Yankees Hosted by Soroptimist of the Bay Area preplay: 7:00pm Curtain: 8:00 Tickets: $20.00 per person includes complimentary dessert, appetizers and glass of wine with admission. For ticket information contact 541-269-0215 or 269-9256
February 23	Casino Night Fundraiser Hosted by Coos Elderly Services North Bend Community Center 6-10pm This event will feature a Texas Hold'em Tournament with a $50.00 buy in, prize pool based on the number of entries blackjack craps and roulette.The event is produced by Team Casino and will have professional dealers and equipment. All proceeds benefit Coos Elderly Services, a local non-profit business dedicated to managing the financial affairs of elderly and disabled people in Southwestern Oregon For more information call 541-756-1202
February 23	FOSS Annual Members Gathering 1:00-3:00pm Come for the raffle of the Little Gem skiff and stay to hear about the FOSS (Friends of South Slough) has done in 2007 and the plans for 2008! For more information contact the Slough at 541-888-5558
February 23	Lighthouse School Annual Auction Sawmill Events Center, 3491 Broadway North Bend at 7:00pm Theme for this years auction is Disco Inferno, Burn Baby Burn! Contact Lighthouse School at 541-751-1649
February 23	Saturdays on the Slough Wandering through Watersheds 9:00am-12:00pm. Wear hiking shoes to explore the watersheds of South Slough. Free for South Slough Volunteers or $5.00 participant. For more information contact the slough at 541-888-5558
February 27	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: Arlene Soto- Business Development Center Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
February 27	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Hosted by: Allstar Brokers 191 S. Broadway, Coos Bay 5:00 - 7:00pm Enjoy the good food and fellowship. Bring your business cards and network with your fellow Chamber members.
February 28	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
February 29	Movies at the Egyptian " The Divine Secrets of the YaYa Sisterhood" Show times Friday and Saturday 7:00pm and matinee on Sunday at 3:00 prices $4.00 general admission, $.350 seniors and children 12 and under members $3.00. Doors open one hour before shows. for more information call 541-269-8650 or 541-260-1033 www.egyptian-theatre.com
	March 2008
March 1	Birding on the Bay 8:00am- 10:00am Join fellow beginning and intermediate birders as we tour Charleston's best birding locations. We'll provide binoculars, spotting scopes, and an interpreter. Meet at the Charleston Visitor's Center. $1.00 per birder for more information call the Slough at 541-888-5558
March 1	34th Annual Hauser Volunteer Fire Department Spaghetti Feed You are invited to the annual all you can eat spaghetti feed from 3:00-7:30pm oat the North Bay Elementary School 93662 Viking Lane Hauser. Tickets are $3.00 for Children (6-12years) $6.00 for adults or $16.00 for a family (immediate members only) advanced tickets are available at the Wagon Wheel Grocery Store 541-759-3409 or Hauser Store at 541-756-7771 or any Hauser fire department personnel if you have questions please contact Hauser RFPD 541-756-7222, Jerry Wharton 541-297-7379, Loren Parrish 541-759-3275, Bonnie Wheeler 541-751-0797 or Doug Schindler at 541-751-1569.
March 1	Movies at the Egyptian "THE COLOR PURPLE" Show times Friday and Saturday 7:00pm and matinee on Sunday at 3:00 prices $4.00 general admission, $.350 seniors and children 12 and under members $3.00. Doors open one hour before shows. for more information call 541-269-8650 or 541-260-1033 www.egyptian-theatre.com
March 1	"The Promise of Wave Power" Dr. Ted Brekken (Oregon State University) 1:30pm Hales Center for the Performing Arts on the Southwestern Oregon Community College Campus. For more information contact Ron Metzger at 541-888-7216 or rmetzger@socc.edu
March 1	Terry Magill Art Opening 1:00-3:00pm Come view the wonderful watercolors of Terry Magill and meet the artist. Light refreshments will be provided. Terry's art will be on display until May 31. For more information contact the Slough at 541-888-5558
March 1 & 2	The Friends of the Coos Bay Public Library Book Sale Coos Bay Library 6th and Anderson Coos Bay 10:00-4:00 Saturday and Noon to 4:00 Sunday Great prices on books. Half-price sale on Sunday only. Book sale proceeds fund special programs for children and adults, and buy books, equipment and other items to supplement the library budget. For more information contact the Library at 541-269-1101
March 2	Movies at the Egyptian "Fiddler on the Roof" Show times Friday and Saturday 7:00pm and matinee on Sunday at 3:00 prices $4.00 general admission, $.350 seniors and children 12 and under members $3.00. Doors open one hour before shows. for more information call 541-269-8650 or 541-260-1033 www.egyptian-theatre.com
March 3	Dr.Seuss Night at Coos Bay Library joins schools and libraries across the nation in celebration Dr. Seuss' birthday on Dr. Seuss Night at the library from 6:30-7:30pm. The whole family is invited to join in this fun-filled, family-oriented evening. Students from MHS Honor Society will read stories by Dr. Seuss and other favorite authors. Coos Bay education association and the state-funded read-to-read grant will provide free books. Cookies, juice, tea and coffee and other fun items will also be provided. Dr. Seuss Night is sponsored by the CBEA, state ready-to-read funds and the friends of the Coos Bay Library. For more information please visit the library or call 541-269-1101
March 5	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: Guy Tauer Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
March 6	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
March 6	Line Dance Lessons with Connie presented by Evergreen Court 451 O'Connell Street North Bend lessons start at 1:00pm for more information contact Carol Clark at 541-756-4466
March 7 - 9	Southcoast Clambake Jazz Festival The Mill Casino/Hotel (Headquarters) and other locations Friday: Noon - Midnight, Saturday: 9am - Midnight, Sunday: 9am - 6pm All event 3 day Pass $65 (early bird $55 by February 1st) Eleven bands from Canada, Washington, Oregon, California and Arizona will play America's original music, Dixieland, Big Band, Jump & Jive, Rock 'n Roll, Zydeco, Blues and Doo-Wop. Dancing and festive attire encouraged. For more information contact Patricia Borcher 541-888-4386
March 7-9	Dune Mushers Mail Run This event replaces the historical Mail Run to encourage dog mushers to run their teams through the Oregon Dunes with experienced dune mushers. A variety of mileage options are available for both days of mushing. Enjoy 3 opportunities to have your dog team on display. North Bend, Lakeside to Winchester Bay and Florence. Various locations. For more information contact Cari Hinesly at 541-890-2113 or hineslyc@wildblue.net
March 7 thru April 12	Vision 2008 Coos Art Museum. Juried art competition features the work of high school students from Southern Oregon, Sponsored by Southwestern Oregon Community College Foundation and Coos Art Museum, the exhibition includes drawings, paintings, etchings, photography, ceramics and mixed media. SOCC Foundation provides $6,000 in cash purchase awards, and over $20,000 in tuition waivers. Coos Art museum is located at 235 Anderson Avenue in Coos Bay for more information contact 541-267-3901 www.coosart.org
March 7 thru April 12	2008 Biennial Student Art Exhibition Coos Art Museum. On display are artworks by Oregon South Coast art students Kindergarten through 12th grad. This non juried show is open to all regional art students. for more information contact Coos Art Museum 235 Anderson Avenue Coos Bay 541-267-3901 or www.coosart.org
March 8	Run of Two Cities Saturday 9:00am Mingus park (8th Terrace), Coos Bay. 5 Km, 10 Km, very hilly, challenging, Ribbons more information contact Tim Wall at 541-269-5169
March 8	Tide of the Toddlers- Frogs and Salamanders 10am Children 1-5 years old will learn about amphibians, hop like frogs, and make a craft. $1.00 per toddler. For more information contact the Slough at 541-888-5558
March 8	Oregon Encyclopedia Project holds first public meetings in Coos Bay. Coos Bay Public Library Myrtlewood Room, 525 Anderson. 9:00am to 3:00pm Facilitator will be William G. Robbins Distinguished Professor Emeritus of History at OSU, who published the book Hard Times in Paradise: Coos Bay, Oregon, 1850-1896. For more information Contact Rick Hardt, 1-503-284-8142.
March 8	Jim Hockenhull fiddle champion returns to Coos Bay. Enjoy Jim's toe tapping music in the Myrtle Room of the Coos Bay Public Library. sponsored by the Friends of the Coos Bay Public Library. For more information contact 541-269-1101
March 8	Free Wellness Fair Unity by the Bay 1:00-4:00 2100 Union Street North Bend Come learn about the experience energetic healing methods that will complement your current overall health program. Several local practitioners will combine information and practice in sample sessions of Therapeutic Touch, Reiki and Tandem Therapy. Demonstrations will include Jade Woman Qigong at 1:30 and 3:00 and Jin Shin Jitsu at 2:00. At 3:30, practitioners and participants can gather in the sanctuary for Closing Circle. Connections Bookstore featuring books, music, etc. will be open for shopping and browsing. There is no charge for admission; donations area appreciated. For more information, call Char at 266-0806.
March 9	Bowling for Kids Fundraiser Oregon Coast Community Action invites the community to a fun-filled, family event to benefit children throughout the South Coast. North Bend Lanes at 10:00am. Please join ORCCA and Head Start families in a day on the lanes-the perfect way to rack up a few strikes and enter to win prizes from Video & More, Misty Meadows Jams and Sears. For more information contact Steve Moore, at 541-297-5808 or email bowlingforkids@verizon.net information and registration materials.
March 9	FOOLS IN PARADISE presented by Black Market Gourmet traditional African music in an updated style. Bring your dancing shoes! Tickets $55.00 available at Black Market Gourmet. Price includes dinner (6:30pm) and performance (7:30) Proceeds benefit the Oregon Coast Music Association for more info. 541-269-0194 or 1-877-777-2826
March 9	Second Sunday Sing Along second Sunday of every month, 4-6pm Fiction 101 Books 213 Broadway, Coos Bay (Tioga Building on Hwy 101) Our "Rise Up Singing" songbooks have many kinds of songs. You'll find something you know. Or bring a song to share. Acoustic instruments are welcome. It's free! Sponsored by the South Coast Folk Society. Information contact 541-756-4701
March 10	SOCC Community Symphonic Choir "SONGS OF THE SEA" First Presbyterian Church of Coos Bay 438 Elrod at 7:00pm Free Admission Benefit For Women's Safety & Resource Center, cash donations and/or Feminine Hygiene/ Infant Products accepted at the door. Donations up to $800.00 will be Matched by THRIVENT Financial for Lutherans Concert Sponsor: First Presbyterian Church, Coos Bay; Faith Lutheran Church, North Bend for more info: 541-267-6114
March 12	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce IBO Lunch Forum The Mill Casino-Hotel Salmon Room 11:30 - 1:00 Program: State Representative Arnie Roblan Bring your business cards and network with fellow Chamber members. Enter the drawing for a free lunch. Winner of the 50/50/drawing will win a cash prize. RSVP to the Chamber at 266-0868.
March 13	"Queens and Amazons in Renaissance Art and History" Coos Bay public Library 7:00pm Amanda Powell and Dianne Dugaw Women's history month. For more information 541-269-1101
March 13	Pathways of Positive Parenting Project Southwestern Oregon Community College presents educational series at Bunker Hill Elementary School classes will be held at Bunker Hill School from 5:30- 8:00pm beginning January 10, 17, 24, and 31. Feb 7th, 14,21, 28 and March 6, and 13th. For more information contact Barbara at 541-888-1588
March 13	ART WALK Various locations 5:00-8:00pm A self guided walking tour, 2nd Thursday of each month. Featuring local Artists, tasty food and most especially fun! Maps are available for more information contact Crystal Dolphin Gallery at 541-756-1989
March 14	East Meets West fundraiser dinner sponsored by Oregon Coast Culinary Institute students are offering a delicious variety of international dishes reflective of their term in Regional and International cuisine. Join us from 5:00 to 8:00pm. Cost $20.00 per person, cash bar includes International Beers and Wines. For reservations and more information, call 541-888-1544
March 14	Kith & Kin at Roger's Zoo Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early. The former local Irish band Kith & Kin (which means friends and family) is getting back together for a special reunion weekend celebration. This lively band, with their trademark toe-tappin', foot-stompin' Irish tunes and sons, consists of eight musicians who play banjo, hammer dulcimer, mandolin, flute, pennywhistle, concertina, bass, guitar and percussion. Their hard-driving rhythms are irresistible. The show starts at 7:00pm and there is no cover charge. For more inforamtion, call 541-756-4701.
March 14	Movies at the Egyptian "YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN" Show times Friday and Saturday 7:00pm and matinee on Sunday at 3:00 prices $4.00 general admission, $.350 seniors and children 12 and under members $3.00. Doors open one hour before shows. for more information call 541-269-8650 or 541-260-1033 www.egyptian-theatre.com
March 14	Friday Foreign Film Coos Bay Public Library 525 W Anderson Ave 7:00pm "Los Ninos Invisibles" this months feature. For more information call 269-1101
March 15	South Coast Community Garden Association and the Coos County Master Gardeners are Sponsoring their 2nd Annual SPRING GARDENING SERIES ROSES: Coos Bay Public Library in the Myrtlewood Room Corninne Clifton will be speaking on the Care of Roses on the South Coast. Time is 12:00-2:00 These are free to the public for more information contact 541-572-5263
March 15	Film Festival "Planet Earth" 1:00pm Come view the final installment of this amazing nature documentary. This month's episode will be Seasonal Forests. We'll provided the popcorn. For more information contact the Slough at 541-888-5558
March 15	South Coast Folk Society South Coast Community Barn Dance 7:00-10:00pm Greenacres Grange Hall, 93393 Greenacres Lane, Coos bay Celebrative springtime with live music and dance at the Greenacres Grange Hall on Saturday evening. The South Coast Folk Society is hosting a public barn dance, appropriate for all ages. Singles, couples, and families are welcome. The atmosphere is relaxed, the music is invigorating, and the dances are easy to learn. Kith and Kin band will play for over three hours. Mary Devlin from Portland is the guest caller this month. She brings a wealth of experience to the stag and an inspiring collection of dances to the floor. Admission is only $5.00 Students and seniors pay $4.00 Children under six are free. Doors open at 6:45 and light refreshments are available. This is an alcohol, tobacco, and fragrance free event. Contact Stacy 541-756-4701 or Paul 541-572-5370 for more information and directions to the grange.
March 15	Movies at the Egyptian "JAWS" Show times Friday and Saturday 7:00pm and matinee on Sunday at 3:00 prices $4.00 general admission, $.350 seniors and children 12 and under members $3.00. Doors open one hour before shows. for more information call 541-269-8650 or 541-260-1033 www.egyptian-theatre.com
March 15	Service Saturday at Southwestern Oregon Community College. The Ambassadors of SOCC will lead volunteers in a campus clean up day. All are welcome, e-mail Julie Rose at jrose@socc.edu or call 541-888-7311
March 15	Colette's restaurant and bookstore, 3229 Broadway in North Bend A record-breaking book sale to support two South Coast organizations 10:00am to 6:00pm on Saturday. The community is invited to help Colette's make a dash for the Guinness Book of World Records and help benefit hundreds of South Coast families through Oregon Coast Community Action and the Women's Safety and Resource Center. For more information contact Community Action at 541-888-7108
March 16	Movies at the Egyptian "THE TEN COMMANDMENTS" Show times Friday and Saturday 7:00pm and matinee on Sunday at 3:00 prices $4.00 general admission, $.350 seniors and children 12 and under members $3.00.