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By BARBARA B. COVELL/Oregon Coast TODAY WALDPORT — Part of what lures people to the Oregon coast is the bounty of recreational opportunities. Both water and land based activities offer excitement, beauty and challenges. For many it is the hiking and walking trails that bring peace of mind, measured exercise and photographic moments to take in the lush beauty

By Oregon Coast TODAY NEWPORT — A truly event-full day is happening at the Newport Public Library on Saturday, July 29, where you can enjoy music at Literacy Park, participate in a community art project, explore Oregon’s Dino-Story exhibit, enjoy food from a local food truck, visit vendors, listen to local authors and even can check out a human

By GRETCHEN AMMERMAN/Oregon Coast TODAY Technology. Where would we be if it weren’t for a few mad scientists along the way? We certainly wouldn’t have the benefit of such life saving gadgets as the Candy Crush app or on-line Bingo, that’s for sure. Trying to cook up some family friendly entertainment for the summer, local mad scientist Commander Salamander

By Oregon Coast TODAY TOLEDO — Everyone remembers being told not to run with scissors as a child. Chainsaws on the other hand? Mom never said anything about running with chainsaws. The chainsaw steeple chase is just one of the eye-popping attractions at this weekend’s Toledo Summer Festival & Logging Show, alongside a carnival, Main Street parade and a

By Oregon Coast TODAY PACIFIC CITY — The annual Dory Days parade will top the list of fun returning to Pacific City for the Dory Days Festival on Friday and Saturday, July 14-15. The festival features a range of activities including a fish fry, traditional dory boat display and a live music performance from the high energy, country rock-based

By Oregon Coast TODAY Presenting a sonic rainbow of adventurous musical offerings in classical and contemporary chamber and symphonic music, Latin jazz and Native American motifs, the Siletz Bay Musical Festival returns for its 11th season on Aug. 25, kicking off an ambitious 10-day series featuring more than 50 virtuoso musicians performing 11 concerts at five locations in Lincoln

By ANDREA McCABE/Oregon Coast TODAY What starts with B and ends in fest? Yep, you guessed it. The 7th annual Beach, Bacon and Brews Festival taking place at Chinook Winds Casino Resort on Saturday, July 8. Fill your afternoon and belly with unique bacon recipes, diverse brews, $5 worth of slot play and live music. Organized by the Lincoln

By ANDREA McCABE/Oregon Coast TODAY NEWPORT — The Newport Farmers Market is celebrating its 45th anniversary on Saturday, July 1. Since 1978, the market has exemplified the authenticity and culture along the Oregon coast. Market board vice president Anja Chavez believes the anniversary will showcase the market’s diverse array of stands and vendors. From crafts to cravings there is