By Oregon Coast TODAY
Lincoln City’s Community Days is celebrating its 66th year, offering eight days packed with fun, friendship and fundraising.
Running from Friday, April 18, through Saturday, April 26, the celebration will see the return of beloved local events like Mud Flat Golf, the Ducky Derby, the Beach Bonfire and the Pancake Breakfast to name just a few.
With Earth Day falling within the bounds of Community Days, several events follow this theme, including a SOLVE beach clean sponsored by Lincoln City Parks and Recreation; Surf and Earth, a celebration of Oregon Coast surfing organized by ZuhG Life; and an Earth Day celebration at Camp Westwind just north of Lincoln City, featuring tours, art activities and more.
A new event this year, Dark Skies Over Devils Lake, invites stargazers to gather at Regatta Park from 7-10 p.m. Thursday, April 24, for a blend of educational and cultural activities organized by Central Oregon Coast Friends of the Night Sky.
The evening offers the chance to experience the wonder of the Lyrid meteor shower, with guided stargazing by local astro-professional Sifan Kahale. Guests can also enjoy live piano performances, community storytelling and try their hand at crafting eco-friendly luminaria using dark-sky-friendly red-light flashlights.
The celebration will conclude on Saturday, April 26, with the awards ceremony at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. This casual get-together will include food, Lincoln City 60th anniversary cake for everyone and awards for Volunteer of the Year, Leader of the Year, Innovator of the Year, Unsung Hero of the Year and Rising Star, recognizing an exceptional person under the age of 18
Throughout the Community Days celebration, keep your eyes peeled for the distinctive blue pinwheels set up at various locations, promoting the Pinwheels for Prevention campaign against child abuse, sponsored by Chinook Winds Casino Resort.
For more information, go to the Community Days Facebook page at www.facebook.com/lccommunitydays.
Friday, April 18
Mudflat Golf, Siletz Bay: A Lincoln City tradition well worth the $5 “green fees.” But don’t linger on the tee, ‘cause the tide will come back in. 10 a.m. to 1 pm. Park at Pelican Brewery’s back lot.
Northwest Natural Bonfire, Taft Beach: Enjoy s’mores and more on the beach near Mo’s. 5 p.m., 860 S.W. 51st St.
Día de los Niños, Driftwood Public Library: Kids are invited to come in costume for games, food, face-painting and more. 1-4 p.m., 801 S.W. Hwy. 101.
Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale: Otis to Newport: Find treasures at more than 70 sale sites in the Lincoln City area. Runs through Sunday.
Saturday, April 19
SOLVE Beach Cleanup: Northwest 26th Street: Scour the sands and spiff up the beach for spring at this community clean-up. All equipment provided. 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at the ramp.
Gardening Workshop, Oceanlake Community Garden: 11 a.m., Northwest 21st Street and Highway 101.
Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt, Schooner Creek Discovery Park, 4815 S.E. 51st St.: The fun starts at 11 a.m. with the hunt starting at noon on the dot.
Earth Day Open House, Camp Westwind, Otis: Spend the day walking along the Salmon River and learning from a selection of coastal conservation organizations. Food and snacks provided, along with some possible prizes and souvenirs. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., meet at Knight County Park, just north of Lincoln City.
Surf & Earth, Lincoln City Cultural Center: Join ZuhG Life Surf Shop for this fun event, featuring crafts from local surfboard shapers, artists and businesses. Enjoy live music from Pocket Dimension, delicious food from Calle Food Truck, beverages from Pelican Brewing Co. and Sea Horsey Bottle Shop and epic surfing clips on the projector screen by Kelly Lagula. 1-4 p.m., 540 N.E. Hwy. 101.
¡Fiesta Fénix!, St. Peter the Fisherman Lutheran Church: Celebrate community with Conneción Fénix. $15 for dinner; $5 for a snack. 4:30-7:30 p.m., 1226 S.W. 13th St.
Monday, April 21
Secrets of Salsa, Oceana Family Literacy: Free samples and affordable meals, plus take-home-sized homemade salsas. 5-8:30 p.m., 1424 S.E. 51st St.
Tuesday, April 22
State of the City, Lincoln City Cultural Center: Get the lowdown on Lincoln City from Mayor Susan Wahlke. 11:30 a.m., 540 N.E. Hwy. 101.
Dinner & Music, Congregational Church of Lincoln City: Enjoy a free spaghetti dinner followed by a performance from the Peace Band, made up of local musicians. 5-8 p.m., 2435 N.W. Oar Place.
Wednesday, April 23
Veterans’ Lunch, Veterans’ Park: Free, from American Legion Post 97. 11 a.m. to noon, N.W. 18th Street and Hwy. 101.
Lincoln City Memories, North Lincoln County Historical Museum: Bring your Lincoln City stories to this free event hosted by Andy Morgan of Kenny’s IGA. With refreshments. 6 p.m,. 4907 S.W. Hwy. 101.
Thursday, April 24
Food Drive, Grocery Outlet: Hardy souls will brave the coast’s April weather to drum up donations for the Lincoln City Food Pantry. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2429 N.W. Hwy. 101.
Dark Skies Over Devils Lake, Regatta Park: Experience the wonder of the Lyrid meteor shower in a setting with minimal light pollution. Featuring live classical music, community storytelling, and guided stargazing. 6 p.m., just off Northeast 14th Street.
Friday, April 25
Ducky Derby, D River Wayside: Buy your duck and cheer it on in a race down the D River, with proceeds benefiting the Taft Boosters. 3 p.m., 101 N.W. Hwy. 101.
Arbor Day ‘Treevia’ Night, The Pines Dine: Bring your trivia team and test your tree knowledge, with cash prizes up for grabs. $10 per person. 6 pm, 5040 S.E. Hwy. 101.
Saturday, April 26
Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Mo’s Restaurant: Let the Kiwanis Club serve you up a short stack. 7:30-10:30 a.m., 860 S.W. 51st St.
Awards Celebration, Lincoln City Cultural Center: Cap off the weeklong community celebration at this casual get-together, featuring a no-host bar, snacks and some food for sale, along with the announcement of this year’s awards. 6 p.m., 540 N.E. Hwy. 101.
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