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Lincoln City’s Community Days returns for its 66th year
Lincoln City’s Community Days is celebrating its 66th year, offering eight days packed with fun, friendship and fund-raising.
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 to 10 pm on 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 am-1 pm. Park at Pelican back lot.
NW Natural Bonfire
Taft Beach
Enjoy s’mores and more on the beach near Mo’s. 5 pm, 860 SW 51st Street.
Día de los Niños
Driftwood Public Library
Kids are invited to come in costume for games, food, face-painting and more. 1-4 pm, 801 SW 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. See pages 16 & 17 for the official map
Saturday, April 19
SOLVE Beach Cleanup
NW 26th Street
Scour the sands and spiff up the beach for spring at this community clean-up. All equipment provided. 10 am-noon. Meet at the ramp.
Gardening Workshop
Oceanlake Community Garden
11 am, NW 21st Street and Highway 101.
Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt
Schooner Creek Discovery Park
The fun starts at 11 am, with the hunt starting at noon on the dot. 4815 SE 51st Street.
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 am-3 pm, 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 pm, 540 NE 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 pm, 1226 SW 13th Street.
Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale
Otis to Newport
Find treasures at more than 70 sale sites in the Lincoln City area. Runs through Sunday. See pages 16 & 17 for the official map
Sunday, April 20
Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale
Otis to Newport
Find treasures at more than 70 sale sites in the Lincoln City area. See pages 16 & 17 for the official map
Monday, April 21
Secrets of Salsa
Oceana Family Literacy
Free samples and affordable meals, plus take-home-sized homemade salsas. 5-8:30 pm, 1424 SE 51st Street.
Tuesday, April 22
State of the City
Lincoln City Cultural Center
Get the lowdown on Lincoln City from Mayor Susan Wahlke. 11:30 am, 540 NE 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 pm, 2435 NW Oar Place.
Wednesday, April 23
Veterans' Lunch
Veterans' Park
Free, from American Legion Post 97. 11 am-noon, NW 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 pm, 4907 SW 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 am-5 pm, 2429 NW 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 pm, just off NE 14th Street.
Friday, April 25
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 SE 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 am, 860 SW 51st Street.
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 pm, 101 NW Hwy. 101.
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 pm, 540 NE Hwy. 101.