Lincoln City Cultural Center

Culture, of Course Tickets on Sale!

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:39:14 GMT

Culture, of Course Tickets on Sale!

Culture of Course! invites guests to a Starlight Gala on May 2

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LINCOLN CITY, Ore. — The Lincoln City Cultural Center invites the community to step into an evening of music, celebration and generosity at this year’s Culture of Course! benefit event, happening Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Cultural Center in Lincoln City.

This year’s theme, “Starlight Gala,” promises a magical night filled with great food, lively entertainment and opportunities to support one of the community’s most cherished gathering places for arts, culture and connection.

Guests will enjoy an elegant, multi-course dining experience that showcases some of the coast’s favorite culinary partners. The evening begins with an appetizer from The Red Roof Munchery, followed by a fresh salad from Neskowin Provisions, a memorable main course from Side Door Cafe, rolls from Fish Tails Cafe, and a sweet finale from My Petite Sweet — all included with the $125 ticket.

Adding to the evening’s glow will be a special performance by acclaimed jazz pianist, composer and bandleader Gordon Lee. Known for his dynamic style and engaging stage presence, Lee has performed throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond, blending jazz, classical and popular influences into music that is both sophisticated and deeply accessible. His performances are celebrated for their warmth, creativity and connection with audiences — a perfect complement to a festive night under the stars.

Culture of Course! is the Lincoln City Cultural Center’s signature fundraiser, supporting the nonprofit’s programs, events and daily operations. Funds raised during the event help make it possible for the center to continue offering arts experiences, community gatherings and educational opportunities for people of all ages.

In addition to dinner and entertainment, the evening will feature a live auction, the crowd-favorite Totally Tangible Paddle Raise and the ever-popular 50/50 raffle.

The raffle is a fun way to join in the excitement while supporting the Cultural Center. Only 400 tickets will be sold, at $25 each or five for $100, and participants need not be present to win. The first-prize winner will receive half of the gross ticket sales, with a minimum guaranteed prize of $1,000. Second prize is a custom mosaic home address sign created by Joanne Daschel, and third prize is a $200 gift certificate to Hearth and Table. All raffle proceeds support the programs, events and operations of the Lincoln City Cultural Center.

This year’s Culture of Course! Starlight Gala is made possible in part through the generous support of Estle Harlan, Laury and Dave Girt, Christmas Cottage and Les Schwab Tire.

Whether guests come for the music, the food, the auction, the raffle or simply the pleasure of sharing a festive evening with friends, Culture of Course! promises to be a fun, welcoming and meaningful night under the stars.

Event tickets are available now at:
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=318608

For more information, call 541-994-9994.

About the Lincoln City Cultural Center

The LCCC celebrates arts, culture, and community on Oregon’s central coast, hosting a year-round lineup of concerts, theater, festivals, markets, and more. Located in the historic Delake School building, the center is a creative hub for locals and visitors alike. Learn more at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.

Lincoln City Cultural Center

540 NE Hwy 101

Lincoln City, Oregon 97367

541-994-9994

Culture, Of Course! 50/50 Raffle

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:35:55 GMT

Culture, Of Course! 50/50 Raffle

Buy your tickets in Person at the Lincoln City Cultural Center!

Take a chance and support the ongoing programs and community impact of the Lincoln City Cultural Center through our 50/50 raffle. With only 400 tickets available, this is a great opportunity to win exciting prizes while supporting arts and culture in our community.

Tickets:
$25 each or 5 for $100
Only 400 tickets will be sold
Need not be present to win

Prizes:
First Prize: Half of the gross ticket sales (minimum guaranteed prize of $1,000)
Second Prize: Custom Mosaic Home Address Sign created by Joanne Daschel (valued at $255)
Third Prize: $200 gift certificate to Hearth and Table

All proceeds support the programs, events, and operations of the Lincoln City Cultural Center. Be sure to get your tickets before they sell out.

Culture, of Course! Live Auction Packages Preview

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:32:44 GMT

Culture, of Course! Live Auction Packages Preview

The Lincoln City Cultural Center invites the community to step into an evening of music, celebration and generosity at this year’s Culture of Course! benefit event, happening Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Cultural Center in Lincoln City.

In addition to dinner and entertainment, the evening will feature a live auction, the crowd-favorite Totally Tangible Paddle Raise and the ever-popular 50/50 raffle.

A preview of some of the 10+ Live Auction Packages available includes the following:

Emerald City Escape (2 night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Pioneer Square in Seattle, Washington)

Rose City Retreat (2 night stay at Portland Marriott Waterfront Hotel, One year OMSI Membership for 2, Tickets to a 2026 Broadway Rose show)

Salishan Adventure (2 night stay at Salishan & $50 food and beverage credit, and Aerial Adventure/Zipline)

Bay and Stay (2 night stay at The Inn at Dayton with a breakfast, and a $400 Gift Certificate to The Bay House)

Wine Country Experience (2 Night stay at Hotel Oregon with Food Credit, Remy Wine Tasting Gift Card for Two People, Evergreen Aviation Museum, etc.)

Load O' Gravel (Dump truck load of gravel delivered and spread within 15 miles of Lincoln City - Lambert Excavation)

Desert Oasis (2 Night Stay at Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa in Palm Desert, California)

Art Enrichment ( Sitka Ecology and Arts dual membership, $100 discount on a 2026 workshop, Sitka logo hat, Sitka logo apron, Sitka logo shirt, Sitka logo moleskin notebook)

Decorative Delight ( Turkmen Runner from the Kelp Bed valued at $1,850)

Spa Staycation- $750 Gift Certificate to the Inn at Spanish Head & $125 gift card to Rejuvenation Message & Wellness

Event tickets are available now at :
https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=318608

Hurricane Hoku

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:36:56 GMT

Hoku LaSoya - Dance Performance - May 16 7PM

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Lincoln City dancer Hoku LaSoya is creating a one woman show that will take place at the Lincoln City Cultural Center auditorium on the evening of Saturday, May 16th at 7PM featuring a mix of dance styles and music with integrated video between live performances. This show will take you on a wild journey with a young performance artist.

Two years ago Hoku self produced her first show “Volcano of Dance”. It was a huge success and nearly sold out. For this show, “Hurricane Hoku”, she has widened her skillset and developed impressive techniques.

At 11 years old, Hoku has been practicing classical ballet for 8 years and participated in 41 ballet performances. She started Irish dancing at five years old and regularly performed with a group. Two years ago she started competitive Irish dancing and has been winning medals and trophies ever since. If that isn’t enough, she also takes musical theater and jazz dance classes. At home she loves to create her own choreography and has taken her routines to national competitions and won multiple awards. She will be performing many of these routines at the show. Hoku lives to perform and lights up any stage she graces. She is a true artist and will surprise the “Hurricane Hoku” audience by unveiling another amazing talent.

If you love ballet this show is for you! If you love Irish dance this show will be a right good time! If you love jazz dance, Taylor Swift, or Lady Gaga’s music, you don’t want to miss this show. Any Hamilton fans? Yep, you’ll be happy you came.

Hurricane Hoku will run about an hour and forty minutes including the 15 minute intermission where there will be incredibly delicious snacks for sale with proceeds that benefit the Lincoln County Animal Shelter. Please come support Hoku and enjoy a fun evening out with family, friends and neighbors. All seating is reserved and tickets are on sale now! $12 for adults and $8 for under 18 years old.

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Scottish Fish - May 7 @ 7PM

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:33:55 GMT

Celtic Series: Scottish Fish

May 7, 7:00PM

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After growing up steeped in the Boston Celtic music scene, these five young women began touring at an early age, quickly enchanting domestic and international audiences with their youthful enthusiasm, creative arrangements, and sensitive performances.

History:

The five members of Scottish Fish, now in their early twenties, came together when they were young girls (aged 7-11) at Boston Harbor Scottish Fiddle School off the coast of Boston, MA. Originally naming themselves after Swedish Fish candy in what they thought was a very creative pun, Scottish Fish’s early music and experiences together were characterized by childish fun. They made movies with their stuffed animals, wrote tunes named after fictional swamps, and ‘tormented’ patient mentors by playing the same riffs over and over again. After nearly fifteen years of friendship and bandhood, that sense of playfulness is still present in their sound and the atmosphere of their concerts today. After forming their band ‘officially’ at BHSFS, the Fish quickly became integrated into the local Boston Celtic music scene where, enchanted by the music of performers such as Hanneke Cassel and Katie McNally, they were eventually inspired to create and perform music of their own.

Celtic Shows will use Mixed seating this year, with both Table Seating and regular seating. Table Seating will cost $42 Adults / $39 Seniors / $30 Students. Seats without a table will be $37 Adults / $34 Seniors / $20 Students.

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Patricia Caldwell - Energy and Movement - Jan 9-Mar 8, 2026

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 23:15:23 GMT

Patricia Caldwell "Energy and Movement" | Jan 9 - Mar 8, 2026

Energy and movement appear in different ways in nature and in the elements of the earth. In photography movement and energy is brought forth with waves, cloud formations, rock structures. In fabric the movement and energy is depicted in the designs of the fabric as well as the quilting and added elements to help the design show movement.

Patricia I Caldwell is well known for her unique designs and has been published and featured in numerous magazines. She has been accepted into many shows, exhibits and has been featured in galleries. All her wall art quilt designs are her own and come to her within dreams. Some of her art materials are dyed fabrics, dyed yarns, crystals, rocks and driftwood depending on the piece she is making. Inspiration comes from the love of nature.

Winter Solstice at New Moon Yoga: Moon Salutations and Guided Meditation

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:06:11 GMT

Sunday, 12/21/25: Moon Salutations with Brady Jansen at 3pm

Guided Meditation with Melissa Caye at 4pm

The Winter Solstice event is offered on a pay-what-you-can basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Feel free to attend both the 3pm Moon Salutations with Brady AND the 4pm Meditation with Melissa, or just one of the sessions. There will be a break of approximately 15 minutes between the two.

3pm Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutation) with Brady Jansen: approximately 45 minutes.

You have likely heard of the heat-building, vigorous “surya namaskar” (sun salutation). The lesser-known “chandra namaskar” (moon salutation) is a somewhat softer practice, with a focus on the lower body, and includes deep stretches for legs and hips. Join Brady to give this meditative sequence a try.

4pm Guided Meditation and Savasana with Melissa Caye: approximately 60 minutes

Join Melissa Caye for this rejuvenating 60-minute session designed to promote deep relaxation and holistic well-being. Experience the calming effects of Reiki healing as Melissa channels soothing energy to restore balance within. Immerse yourself in the healing vibrations of sound as it resonates with your body, enhancing your meditative journey. Enjoy gentle cranial massage techniques to release tension, complemented by the therapeutic aroma of essential oils that will deepen your relaxation.

Pre-registration is available in the New Moon Yoga studio, or at www.momoyoga.com/newmoonyoga/events

It's a Wonderful Life

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:06:44 GMT

It's a Wonderful Life - Live Radio Play - 3 showings to choose from.

It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

Friday, Dec. 12 at 7 pm
Saturday, Dec. 13 at 2 pm and 7 pm

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve.

IAWL-Tickets

New Years Eve

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:00:08 GMT

New Years Eve Concert for Jamaica relief with JaSkaMon - Dec 31 @ 6PM

JaSkaMon Live - New years Eve Show

Dec. 31, 2025 at 6PM - 9PM

$20 at Door

JaSkaMon is donating all the profits from this concert to the World Central Kitchen, to provide relief to Jamaica for relief from Hurricane Melissa.

X-Mas Eve

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:45:32 GMT

Christmas Eve Concert - Dec 24 @ 5PM

Christmas Eve Concert -

December 24 5PM

Free Admission

Featuring the musical artists from Driftwood Fellowship and Lincoln City SDA churches. Guest artists Nora Sherwood and Gary Burman. Please join us for Christmas Music, Spiced Cider and Hot Cocoa.

Blessing Chimanga

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:31:08 GMT

Blessing Bled Chimanga - Live with his full band - Dec 20 7pm

Blessing Chimanga is an internationally celebrated Zimbabwean musician renowned for his extraordinary talent as a marimba player, singer, songwriter, and percussionist. As a cultural ambassador for Zimbabwe, he has captivated audiences across Asia, Europe, North and South America, and Africa.

Blessing’s music is distinguished by its energetic African rhythms and his virtuosic marimba performances, complemented by his magnetic stage presence and engaging entertainment skills.

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Adams & Linahon

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:14:52 GMT

Adams and Linahon - Celtic Series - Dec 14 @ 2PM

Celtic Series: Adams and Linahon

Sunday, Dec. 14 @ 2pm

The duo of Adams & Linahon are a folk band from the Oregon Coast. Celtic music and sea shanties are brought to life with high energy and raucous choruses, coupled with beloved folk songs and foot stomping tunes of their own making. Traditional instruments like the Irish bouzouki, bodhran drum, classical guitar and more ring out beside lively vocal harmonies to inspire an air of the past, brought into the present with gusto. After a busy 2025featuring shows at the Utah Highland Games and Las Vegas Ren Faire, this promises to be a show you won’t want to miss!

This band was previously called the AML Trio, contact staff@lc-cc.org to request a full refund if you are unsatisfied with the change in band membership.

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Judy Hardy's Retirement Party

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 22:45:35 GMT

Join us for Judy Hardy's Retirement Party: December 8th, 2025

Join the Lincoln City Cultural Center in honoring, celebrating, and sharing stories about beloved community figure Judy Hardy. Judy has contributed to the Lincoln City community for many years and is retiring from the Cultural Center in December 2025. All are invited to join us in recognizing Judy's hard work, accomplishments, and lasting legacy at the Cultural Center and beyond. A retirement party will be held in Judy's honor on Monday, December 8th from 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM in the LCCC Auditorium. Light refreshments will be provided.

Crystal Bowl Sound Bath at New Moon Yoga

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:01:15 GMT

Sound Bath Saturday, November 22, 2-3pm

Sound healing, at its most basic form, is healing with the vibration of the sound. The best way to understand this is to feel it!

Relax in the New Moon Yoga studio as reiki masters Mike and Chellie Kammermeyer play crystal singing bowls -- Chellie on one side of the room, and Mike on the other -- creating a powerful vortex of sound.

The fee for this event is $20, which can be paid at the time of the event, or in advance by visiting innercompassreiki.com/book-an-appointment. To learn more about crystal bowl sound healing, or about the Kammermeyers, visit innercompassreiki.com or text Chellie Kammermeyer at 510.499.4332

Oasis Ensemble - Classic Holiday Show

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 03:23:48 GMT

Classical Holiday - Dec 7, 2025 @ 3pm

J. S. Bach: Trio Sonata 1038 in G Major

Jacques Ibert: from "Deux Interludes"

W. A. Mozart: Trio in E Major(Series 17 #9 – KV542)

J. S. Bach: Flute Sonata #6 in E Major

*Jackson Hollo: "Slipping Daylight"

*Jay Anthony Gach: "Imps & Angels"

*= Submissions which received Special Mention in the 2025 Oasis Ensemble Call for Scores Competition

Oasis tickets here

Cosmography Dedicated November 1

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 02:39:08 GMT

Open House is also a chance to meet the center's new executive director, Serena Dressel

LINCOLN CITY – For the past 18 months, ever since the completion of the main phase of the Plaza redevelopment project, there’s been a point of curiosity at the west entrance of the Lincoln City Cultural Center. It was a perfect but empty-looking circle, 20 feet in diameter, recessed in the sidewalk. It has pride of place, surrounded by a curvilinear seat wall and custom made benches, but something was definitely missing. As they walked through or around this circle of gravel, many pedestrians asked – what is this supposed to be?

Now the answer has arrived, with the installation of “The Lincoln City Cosmography,” an original sidewalk LithoMosaic depicting flora, fauna and elements of life on the central Oregon Coast, created by Wick Alexander and Robin Brailsford. The public is invited to a dedication ceremony for the work, set for 2:30 pm on Saturday, Nov. 1, at the west doors of the Cultural Center.

Mayor Susan Wahlke, Sen. Dick Anderson and Rep. David Gomberg will join Cultural Center board and staff to cut the ribbon for this long-awaited capstone of the Cultural Plaza project.

The dedication is part of a larger Open House event, lasting from 2 to 4 pm, that will provide the public with its first chance to meet the Cultural Center’s new director, Serena Dressel. Everyone is invited to enjoy live music, refreshments and a chance to enjoy art, culture and community.

About the art

The Lincoln City Cosmography is a LithoMosaic, which is a form of tile art that is structurally embedded into concrete using a durable process patented by Robin Brailsofrd. It features a mandala design with 64 circles depicting flora, fauna and elements of life on the central Oregon Coast. It was created by Robin Brailsford and Wick Alexander, of Robin Brailsford Public Art, using ideas generated by Lincoln City residents in online workshops and public input sessions in 2020.

A public art and accessibility project in the works for more than five years, the Cosmography is the capstone of the $3.5 million Cultural Plaza project. It became a reality in 2025 with funding from the Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation, the Oregon Cultural Trust, Explore Lincoln City and Phyllis Nina Harper, along with contributions from the Oneatta Fund and a generous anonymous donor, both through the Oregon Community Foundation.

T.B. Penick & Sons, Inc., from San Diego delivered the mosaic and conducted the installation in the first week of August. RK Construction provided onsite assistance and permitting, with help from Cultural Plaza Project Manager Alan Holzapfel. The Cosmography was envisioned and planned within the Cultural Plaza design by Jessel Champoux of Shapiro Didway Landscape Architects.

Although conception, creation, planning and fundraising for the Cosmography took nearly five years, the installation of the piece was fast – it was complete in less than three days. However, Brailsford’s patented LithoMosaic monolithic pour method ensures that this piece will retain its color and structure for decades. After curing, it is not only walkable and handicapped accessible, but also driveable, making it easy for vendors and artisans to continue their work on the Cultural Plaza every summer.

Artists’ Statement

The idea for this public art installation began in 2019, when Cultural Center board and staff began work with the landscape architects at Shapiro Didway. They asked the designers to create a pedestrian-friendly and art-filled space, front and back, that would not sacrifice the Center’s long-term relationship with the Farmers Market and its vendors.

The team at Shapiro Didway discovered the work of Robin Brailsford, whose vivid and engaging outdoor public art installations can be found in transit stations, parks and public buildings across the Southwest. Brailsford invented the process of LithoMosaic, which embeds color body porcelain tiles into concrete in a way that is not only incredibly durable, but retains its beauty over time.

Brailsford and her design partner, Wick Alexander, were engaged to provide an art installation for the Cultural Plaza project in 2020. The artists were asked to design for this space, at the west entrance of the Cultural Center, in an area that also includes the sleeve for the Center’s annual Christmas tree. To find their direction, Wick and Alexander conducted a series of online public engagement workshops, funded by a technical assistance grant from the Oregon Cultural Trust.

“From these community workshops organized by the Cultural Center, we learned of the significance and timelessness of Lincoln County’s natural beauty, of the land, tideland, ocean and sky,” Brailsford wrote of the project, in 2022. “Our mandate was to express a unique and ‘sense of place and falling in love’ with this bountiful beauty.”

Wick and Alexander began thinking about the central location, the natural beauty, the tides, and the community’s connection to the tides and the moon, and they found themselves drawn to the idea of a cosmography: the depiction of information not in grids or right angles, but in circles and arcs. The first inspiration was an Inuit map of the heavens, but they found many more, through many cultures around the world.

“Our design for the circular Plaza LithoMosaic takes inspiration from many sources: mandalas, alchemical diagrams, circles of knowledge and the medicine wheel,” Brailsford wrote in 2022. “It is a 20-foot-wide cosmography composed of 64 24-inch medallions. At winter solstice, a stately and iconic pine will be set in its center. In its own way, this living vertical element will work into a solar clock.”

“(Alexander von Humboldt) tells us that Cosmography is ‘the general science that deals with the features of the universe. The branches of cosmography include astronomy, geography and geology,’ and so by extension, chemistry, physics and biology.”

Alexander and Brailsford submitted their preliminary design to the Cultural Center in 2021. The public was invited to add their own ideas for plants, animals and elemental forces at the public input station open at the Center, as well as through take home kits, or online methods. The artists incorporated these local ideas, completing the design work in the winter of 2023.

“Our cosmography highlights the four seasons and directions with four colors in the background: red, black, white and yellow. Over this is imposed a series of graduated rings, from the sky to the center: to ocean, estuary, beach and land,” wrote Alexander. “As Lincoln City is called The String of Pearls for the small hamlets along the highway, each ring has pearls or mandalas representing the flora and fauna you might see there, in that season, based on where they fall in the circle.”

Unfortunately, Brailsford will not get to see the installation of the Lincoln City Cosmography, the northernmost installation of her outdoor LithoMosaic projects. She suffered from a sudden onset of heart failure in late 2024 and died of a related stroke in March of this year. Her partner, Wick Alexander, saw the project through its final stage.

Installation Details

The Lincoln City Cosmography began its life on the floor of the studio shared by Robin Brailsford and Wick Alexander, near the U.S./Mexico border, in Dulzura, Calif. When the artists considered their work complete, they glued the tiles to a plastic sheet covered by heavy-duty mesh – in reverse. The mosaic was then cut into quadrants and rolled up for storage, where it rested until Aug. 1, 2025, when it was loaded onto a truck and transported north by the artists’ designated contractor, T.B. Penick & Sons, Inc. of San Diego.

Upon arrival, the crew of five specialists from T.B. Penick & Sons joined forces with a local contractor, RK Construction, to complete the three-day installation of the mosaic at the Cultural Center site.

On Aug. 6, staff and bystanders watched as the quadrants were rolled out, turned over and arranged in preparation for the Litho-Mosaic installation process. Once the concrete was pumped in and smoothed by hand, the pieces were laid down. The water in the concrete mix released the glue on the mesh, allowing the crew members to remove the backing and simultaneously smooth and grout the tiles into place.

The installation in Lincoln City was done in two halves, on Aug. 6 and 7, with a special solution and cleanup process completed on Friday, Aug. 8.

The LithoMosaic process, a special combination of extra-durable materials and a monolithoic pour, was invented and patented by Robin Brailsford and has been used in transit malls, parks and other hardscapes across the Southwest.

It connects the Poetry Path, a 10-foot wide walkway that winds 430 feet through the Cultural Plaza, around the Cultural Center. Adorned with the original poem, “Why They Came,” the path has a river-like ribbon of aggregate and connects the Plaza’s gathering spaces, public art installations and program spaces, allowing walkers, wheelchairs and strollers safe and easy access to outdoor events like markets, fairs and concerts.

For more information, call the Cultural Center office at 541-994-9994.

Natasha Ramras - Chessman - Nov 7 - Jan 4, 2026

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:05:02 GMT

Natasha Ramras "Life and Light at the Edge" | Chessman Gallery | Nov 7 - Jan 4, 2026

“ Life and Light at the Edge" is an artistic exhibition crafted to immerse audiences in the beauty and mystery of marine life. The central theme revolves around exploring the diverse and vibrant ecosystem of the ocean, inviting viewers to experience the wonder and complexity of its inhabitants. The exhibition aims to engage the viewers by highlighting the interconnectedness and importance of each creature within the aquatic realm and our global environment. By shedding light on the beauty and complexity of ocean creatures, it hopes to instill a sense of responsibility in every visitor to protect and cherish our planet’s aquatic treasures.

Anne Denis

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 03:27:36 GMT

Silhouettes in Sound - Nov 2 @ 2pm - Free

Impressions, Stories, and Sound: Pianist Anne Denis to Present Silhouettes in Sound at LCCC

Lincoln City, OR — Sunday November 2, 2025 at 2:00 pm — Music has the power to sketch an image, capture a fleeting mood, or leave an impression that lingers long after the final note. On Sunday, Nov. 2 at 2 pm , the Lincoln City Cultural Center welcomes pianist and educator Anne Denis for Silhouettes in Sound, a one-of-a-kind lecture and performance program that explores the stories and inspirations behind 3 pioneering women composers of the late-Romantic/early modern period whose works were historically marginalized but are now gaining overdue recognition. Please join us to rediscover the music of Mel Bonis, Dora Pejačević, and Florence Price for this one-of-kind free concert.

Anne Denis , a pianist and teacher based in Beaverton, Oregon, has built a career on combining artistry with insight. A native of Buffalo, New York, Denis pursued her musical dreams at the State University of New York College at Fredonia (Bachelor of Music, Piano Performance), continued at The Ohio State University (Master of Music), and completed doctoral coursework at the University of Memphis . Since moving to the Pacific Northwest in 2010, she has remained active as both performer and teacher, operating a thriving home piano studio and inspiring students of all ages.

Anne’s dedication to uncovering overlooked voices in music history has brought her international recognition. Denis has recently performed the works of Florence Price in the UK and France, competed in the Brahms International Piano Competition in Austria, and completed the distinguished Tholen Fellowship through Portland Piano International. She has also served on the college piano faculty at Villa Maria College in Buffalo and worked as a graduate teaching assistant during her studies.

In Silhouettes in Sound, Denis combines live performance with lecture, guiding audiences through works that cast distinctive musical “portraits” and “shadows.” With her characteristic warmth and clarity, she reveals how composers across centuries have used melody and harmony to capture people, places, and fleeting emotions.

“Anne has that rare ability to make classical music both accessible and deeply moving,” said Jason Corso , program coordinator at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. “We’re thrilled to host her and to offer this program as a gift to our community.”

Cultural Center Board Announces New Executive Director

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 22:56:30 GMT

Serena Dressel to start work Oct. 13, Open House Nov. 1

SEPT. 24, 2025 — The Lincoln City Cultural Center is proud to announce the appointment of Serena Dressel as its new executive director, beginning Oct. 13. Dressel succeeds longtime director Niki Price, who stepped down on Aug. 31 after 14 years of visionary leadership.

The selection follows an extensive search led by the Cultural Center’s Board of Directors, which sought a candidate who could build on the organization’s strong foundation while guiding it into a vibrant and inclusive future.

“Serena brings a rare combination of professional experience, personal connection, and deep commitment to community engagement,” said Dorcas Holzapfel, Board President. “Her leadership style and values align beautifully with the Cultural Center’s mission, and we are thrilled to welcome her home.”

Raised in Lincoln City, Dressel returns with more than a decade of experience supporting mission-driven organizations. She most recently served as Coordinator of the Student Sustainability Center at Portland State University, where she led strategic planning, supervised staff, and facilitated more than 30 events annually. She holds a master’s degree in public administration and a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, and her background includes nonprofit governance, cultural programming, volunteer management, and education.

“I am honored to continue the meaningful work of the Cultural Center and to lead this organization in strengthening inclusive cultural programming to foster a greater sense of connection and belonging,” said Dressel.

To celebrate this new chapter, the board is planning a community open house and welcome reception on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 2 to 4 pm. This event will include refreshments, music, and opportunities to meet Dressel, along with the dedication of the Lincoln City Cosmography and a celebration for the new Legacy Club endowment project.

For more information about the transition or to learn how to support the Lincoln City Cultural Center, visit www.lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or write to info@lincolncity-culturalcenter.org .

É.T.É - Celtic

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 03:33:39 GMT

É.T.É - Québécois traditional music - Nov 6 @ 7pm

É.T.É propose a dynamic and contemporary vision of Québécois trad music. With influences from jazz, progressive rock, and classical music, violinist Élisabeth Moquin, bouzouki player Thierry Clouette and cellist Élisabeth Giroux create their own trad universe with original compositions and distinctive arrangements of Québécois and Acadian repertoire.

ETE Tickets

Oasis Ensemble #1

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 03:23:23 GMT

"Introducing our new Pianist" - Oct. 18 @ 3pm - $25.00

Oasis Tickets - Oct 18

Gallowglass

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 03:40:00 GMT

Gallowglass - Contemporary Irish Folk - Oct 19 @ 7pm

Featuring Jan Peters (vocals, harmonica), Mishon Kirkland (vocals, Irish flute), Zach Bauman (Irish Bouzouki) and David Pender Lofgren (Bodhrán), Gallowglass has become one of the Pacific Northwest's most celebrated Celtic music ensembles.

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Brick Gallery - Grand Opening

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:18:35 GMT

LEGO lovers of all ages invited to Grand Opening on Sunday Sept. 28 @ 3PM

The Brick Gallery is a brand new, interactive creative space inside the Cultural Center. It showcases multiple intricate LEGO displays with item “scavenger” hunts as well as a free-build station. Admission is free to the public.

Brick building fans of all ages are invited to celebrate this new space at our official Grand Opening this Sunday, Sept. 28, from 3 to 5 pm (just after the Sunday market and before the Celtic concert). There will be cookies and information about upcoming events. The Brick Gallery is not affiliated with The LEGO Group.

A note from the Cultural Center about Saturday night's incident

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 21:54:10 GMT

With motive unknown, police investigation is still under way

Lincoln City, OR – On the evening of Sept. 13, a concert at the Lincoln City Cultural Center was brought to an early end at intermission, after the managers on duty were notified that the Lincoln City Police Department had received a 911 call threatening violence against attendees. Officers from the Lincoln City Police Department, supported by the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and Oregon State Police troopers, secured the building and ensured the safe departure of 100 patrons, staff and volunteers.

“We’re grateful to the Lincoln City Police Officers who went above and beyond to ensure the safety of our guests, volunteers, and staff,” said Jason Corso, Cultural Center programs director. “We’re also deeply moved by the grace and understanding shown by our guests and our performers."

Police have confirmed that while the identity of the caller is still unknown, there is no evidence that the caller intended to target any particular individual or group affiliated with the concert. There is also no indication, from the limited available information, that the threat was motivated by any recent political events, said Sgt. Torin Liden.

“The investigation may take some time, but the police department assures us that they are utilizing every avenue available to them. In the meantime, it's important not to jump to any conclusions about the threat, the person who made it, and the motives behind it," said Niki Price, former director who was on site during the event. "Of course, we are all disturbed by this experience, and we're looking everywhere for reasons. But now, more than ever, let's keep calm and take care of one another."

The Lincoln City Cultural Center extends its sincere thanks to local law enforcement agencies for their swift and professional response, and to the audience and performers for their patience, generosity, and composure during a difficult moment.

For more information, contact the Lincoln City Cultural Center, 541-994-9994.

Woven Legacies: Turkish Treasures in Fiber Arts Gallery

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:38:50 GMT

Treasures from afar, a cause that's close to home

The Cultural Center invites you to enjoy "Woven Legacies," a special sale of kilims, soumaks, rugs, bags, shoes, brass, jewelry and home decor made by artisans in Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Iran. Proceeds support the Cultural Center, and the ongoing care of local teacher and Taft High School graduate Julie Reynolds-Otrugman.

The display will include hand-knotted rugs, kilims, embroidered textiles, jewelry, ceramics, and artisan-made décor, each piece crafted using centuries-old techniques and designs. All items will be available for purchase, making the gallery a destination for both collectors and anyone looking to bring home something unique.

Turkish carpet-making is a living art form,” said Krista Eddy, curator of the Fiber Arts Studio Gallery. “Every knot and motif carries meaning. By bringing these works to our community, we’re not only offering high-quality artisan products, but also sharing the rich cultural heritage that produced them.

The treasures of "Woven Legacies" were imported by the late Sener Otrugman and his wife and business partner, Julie (Olson) Reynolds-Otrugman. These treasures come from the inventory of The Kelp Bed, an antique and curiosity shop they established in Julie's family home, the former "Alice Merritt Antiques" shop on NW 15 ^th Street in Lincoln City.

Sener and Julie, Taft High School sweethearts who married later in life, spent many Septembers traveling to his childhood home in Istanbul, and throughout the Mediterranean. The rest of the year, Julie taught English as a Second Language at Oregon Coast Community College, and Sener led adult education courses in Turkish history and fly fishing, among many other community contributions. They were also regular supporters of the Congregational Church, Peace Village and the Lincoln City Cultural Center.

Since Sener's death in 2021, Julie and her family have decided to sell the contents of the shop. Partnering with and supporting the Cultural Center for this fundraiser seemed the perfect opportunity.

The exhibit will be open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm , inside the Fiber Arts Studio Gallery, located in the southeast wing of the Lincoln City Cultural Center at 540 NE Hwy 101 . This extended event is the conclusion of the May ’25 Grand Bazaar weekend, where members had a chance to preview a portion of the goods being presented this fall.

Exhibit Details:

What: Woven Legacies: Turkish Rug Show
Where: Fiber Arts Gallery, Lincoln City Cultural Center
When: September 5 – January 4, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, September 5, 5–7 pm
Cost: Free admission

Sound Journey with Nathalie Claes: Fall Equinox edition

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:56:51 GMT

An immersive afternoon of live vocal looping on Sunday, September 21, at New Moon Yoga

Step into an immersive afternoon of live vocal looping, elemental sounds, and grounding instruments to guide participants into deep relaxation. This magical and transformative experience offers a pause for rest, resonance, and reflection. The September sound journey, scheduled to coincide with the equinox, will be Nathalie's last until next year. This event is set to begin at 1 pm on Sunday, Sept. 21.

With over a decade of guiding experiences in yoga and somatic movement, Nathalie crafts sessions to support nervous system health and help you reconnect to the joy of living. To register: https://www.momoyoga.com/newmoonyoga/events

Sweet Solas! Cultural Center announces 2025-26 Celtic Series lineup

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 01:13:23 GMT

Subscriptions for the nine-concert series of Celtic folk music on sale now

LINCOLN CITY – Starting on Sept. 28, the Lincoln City Cultural Center’s Celtic Music Series will be abloom with voluminous and verdant variety, styles and performers from around the world. Now in its 8 ^th year, the series will present nine concerts of Irish, Scottish, Quebecois and Celtic-influenced folk music, one per month through May 2026. Subscriptions go on sale to the public Aug. 13, with single tickets available starting on Aug. 19.

The schedule will include the Lincoln City debut of Solas, which a Boston Globe reviewer called “The finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced,” touring the country in their celebratory 30 ^th anniversary tour. Formed in New York City in 1995, Solas became a revolutionary force in Irish-American music. They’ve released 12 critically acclaimed albums and have forged a reputation for dynamic, emotionally charged live performances.

When the band performs at the Cultural Center, on March 25, 2026, they’ll include founding members Seamus Egan (flute, tenor banjo, nylon guitar, whistles, mandolin), Winifred Hogan (fiddle) and John Williams (button accordion, concertina) along with Alan Murray on guitar and Nuala Kennedy on vocals, flute and whistles.

But Solas isn’t the only highlight in the 2025/2026 season. There will be two returning bands: a fan favorite from Canada, Kalos, and an energetic quartet from Italy that embraces the Celtic sound, Gadan. Gadan will be joined by a remarkable banjo player, Enda Scahill of We Banjo Three. Fans of the joyful French-Canadian style of Celtic folk music will be in for a treat in November, when Elisabeth Moquin, Thierry Clouqette, and Elisabeth Giroux (otherwise known as E.T.E.) are featured in the series.

There will be bands from the U.K., Gnoss and Dallahan, as well as two bands from the Northwest. The 2025/26 lineup will be celebrating local talent, featuring Gallowglass from Bellingham, Wash., and a hot new band based out of Otis, Oregon: The AML Trio. An all female, all strings quartet from Boston, Scottish Fish, will complete this year’s exciting potpourri of Celtic and “Celtic adjacent” ensembles.

Concerts will take place in the cozy, wood-lined auditorium of the Cultural Center, inside the historic Delake School at 540 NE Highway 101 in Lincoln City. Volunteers serve Northwest beer, wine and cider, along with fresh baked cookies and concessions. Table seating will be available for all nine concerts. All seats are reserved. Doors open one half hour before showtime. Parking is free and handicapped accessible.

Reserved ticket prices range from $34 to $48, with discounts for seniors, students and youth under the age of 18. Cultural Center member discounts and complimentary tickets are welcomed with all single ticket sales. Series producers are offering season packages, with savings up to 25%, starting on Aug. 13.

“We offer two different ways to subscribe,” said LCCC Executive Director and Celtic series planner Niki Price. “Purchase all nine shows, and you'll receive a 25% discount, which depending on your choice of seat can be less than $30 per show. Or, you can choose your own subscription -- five concerts or more -- and receive 15% off. Either way, you'll be getting the best seats at the best price.”

For more information on the performers, visit our Celtic Page

Season Ticket Subscriptions can be purchased online Here

Single Ticket purchases can be made here (after Aug 19)

Or give us a call at 541-994-9994.

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LCCC's 2025-26 Celtic Music Series

Sunday, Sept. 28 @ 7 pm -- Kalos

Sunday, Oct. 19 @ 7 pm -- Gallowglass

Thursday, Nov. 6 @ 7 pm — E.T.E.

Sunday, Dec. 14 @ 2 pm — The AML Trio

Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026 @ 7 pm -- Dallahan

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 @ 7 pm — Gadan featuring Enda Scahill (of We Banjo Three)

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 @ 7 pm -- Solas

Sunday, April 19, 2026 @ 7 pm -- Gnoss

Thursday, May 7, 2026 @ 7 pm -- Scottish Fish

Ceramic Sundays!

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 20:57:59 GMT

Spend the afternoon working with clay, in the lower level of the Cultural Center

Join us at the Ceramics Studio in the basement for a beginner-friendly, guided ceramics project! This is a one-day class in which we will create pieces that will be returned to you within 2-3 weeks.

Time: 1:00-4:00 PM (class lengths vary depending on project but are typically 2-3 hours)

Cost: $30

Cancellation Policy: You may cancel with a full refund until the Wednesday before class .

We may cancel a class on the Saturday before if fewer than 4 students are enrolled. In which case, you will receive a full refund.

Upcoming Sunday Ceramics projects:

Sunday Ceramics - Lidded Pot 7/27 - FULL

Sunday Ceramics - Bird Feeder 8/10

Sunday Ceramics - Slab Vase 8/17

Sunday Ceramics - Mushroom Mugs 8/24

Sunday Ceramics - Paint Pallet with Water Cup 8/31

To sign up, Click Here

Teachers & First Responders 50% off Yoga classes for August

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 20:31:48 GMT

Community Members Deserve A Relax ~ Teachers, Students, and First Responders. Don't miss this steal of a deal.

50% off 10 Yoga Classes for teachers, students, and first responders until the end of August! Don't sleep on this steal of a deal. To purchase passes visit The New Moon website

Art Camp - 2025

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Sat, 02 Aug 2025 20:54:57 GMT

LCCC Summer Art Camp - Register NOW

Location: LCCC (Underground Art Lab)

Dates: Mon-Fri Aug 18-22 or Aug 25-29

Time: 10am to 3pm each day

Ages: 7 through 12 years old

Fee: $85+ $15 materials fee = $100 per week

Sorry ... Registration is now full for both camps...

Visit the LCCC, or call us at 541-994-9994

Leonard Harmon - Chessman - July 18-Aug 31, 2025

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Sat, 02 Aug 2025 19:05:00 GMT

Leonard Harmon "Survival" | Chessman Gallery | July 18 - Aug 31

As a contemporary mixed-media Indigenous artist I explore a wide range of styles and mediums, from traditional native crafts to fine art painting. I draw inspiration from my ancestors to infuse a modern twist into traditional arts. My work often utilizes older images to craft new narratives, offering fresh perspectives on history. I embrace each new style as a means of self-expression and my fearless approach to art allows me to continually push boundaries and discover where my creative mind will lead me next.

Columbia Basin Basketry Guild | Coming Around Again | July 18 - Aug 31

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:15:21 GMT

Columbia Basin Basketry Guild “Coming Around Again” July 18-Aug 31 2025

Founded in 1989, the Columbia Basin Basketry Guild connects basket weavers, collectors, and enthusiasts from across the Pacific Northwest's Columbia River basin and beyond. “Coming Around Again: Columbia Basin Basketry Guild: Weaving with Recycled Materials” features the work of 23 artists and showcases innovative and creative ways of reinterpreting multitudes of materials. From fabrics to plastic bags, rope, cords, wire, food cartons and even recording media; an array of discarded items have been saved from landfills and reworked in resourceful ways, creating new and useful artistic objects, vessels and wall pieces. Experience fiber arts that make you rethink

your vision of this medium and realize it’s not what you thought it was!

Reb and the Good News

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:34:12 GMT

Reb and the Good News - Album Release Party - July 18 @ 7pm

Reb & the Good News

Friday, July 18 at 7 pm

Reb & the Good News is a Portland based funk-pop, world, and soul group that brings optimism to the dance floor. Catchy horn lines and sultry vocals soar over grooves that you can’t help but move to. Lincoln City native Conner is supported by her creative partner, sax and keys player Leon Cotter, along with Cyrus Nabipoor(trumpet), Ross Garlow (bass), Kirk Kalbfleisch (drums) and Carmelo Torres (percussion).

Purchase tickets HERE

There's more than one way to breathe! Introduction to the practice of "pranayama" (yogic breathing) with Portland's Casey J Palmer

brady@lc-cc.org — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:09:47 GMT

Saturday, July 26, 2-4pm at New Moon Yoga Studio, $25

The exploration of yoga via a dedicated pranayama practice (the practice of various controlled breathing techniques) combines seeing the simple structures and contours revealed in nature as elements also included in our body and senses.

The art of regulating the prana flow is found by "seeing" how we are intrinsically listening all the time and can facilitate equanimity and poise within these complex structures through practice.

This workshop will include basic instructions related to regulated breathing, a short focused session of "pranayama," followed by a brief meditation. This two-hour workshop is suitable to all levels of students..

Please refrain from eating solid food 2 hours prior to the session.

Since 2002, Casey J Palmer has been teaching and studying daily, Ashtanga Yoga and numerous yoga lineage methods at his school Near East Yoga in Portland Oregon. Music, physics, psychology and astronomy are guiding elements in his 30 year study of eastern mysticism and dharma with a goal to offer connection to the classic schools of yoga to the wider yoga community.

Cultural Center board announces leadership transition

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:54:58 GMT

Annual meeting set for Sunday, July 13

JULY 3, 2025 -- Today, the Lincoln City Cultural Center Board of Directors is announcing the upcoming departure of Executive Director Niki Price, who will step down from her role on Aug. 31.

“Niki has served as the heart and soul of the LCCC since 2011, bringing unmatched dedication, vision, and work ethic to every aspect of the organization. Over the years, she has done nearly every job there is to do — from sweeping floors and hanging art to curating programs and leading strategic initiatives,” said LCCC Board President Dorcas Holzapfel.

A longtime resident of Lincoln City, Price has been instrumental in transforming the LCCC into a vibrant, inclusive hub for arts and culture on the Oregon Coast. In her 14 years at the helm of the nonprofit LCCC, she has also been a tireless advocate for the arts statewide, serving as chair of the Oregon Cultural Trust board of directors, the Lincoln City Public Arts Committee, and the Lincoln County Cultural Coalition.

During her tenure, the Center has grown from three employees to 10, presenting or hosting more than 250 visual arts, performing arts, arts education and community programs each year. The annual operating budget has grown by 600%,with more than half of that provided by donations and grant support. She leaves the Center after the successful completion of the Lincoln City Cultural Plaza, a $3.5 million outdoor improvement project that was six years in the making.

“Serving as the director of this nonprofit has been an honor and a privilege,” said Price, in submitting her resignation. “I feel so lucky to have been part of this movement, the transformation of a new idea into a community resource, the product of so many thousands of hours of hard work by volunteers, board members and staff, and all those amazing donations, large and small. I’m ready for a new challenge in my life -- but the Cultural Center will always occupy a special place in my heart.”

The LCCC Board of Directors is committed to a thoughtful and seamless leadership transition. The search for the next Executive Director has begun, and Price is actively assisting in the process to ensure a smooth handoff. The Board is confident in its ability to guide the organization through this transition with care and stability, honoring the strong foundation that Price has built.

The Board invites the community to join in celebrating Price’s remarkable tenure at the LCCC Annual Meeting, set for 3:30 pm on Sunday, July 13. This event will be an opportunity to reflect on her legacy and look ahead to the Center’s next chapter. There will be reports on the 2024 finances, slide shows, raffles and refreshments. Admission is free, but RSVPs will be appreciated; call 541-994-9994 or write to sara@lc-cc.org .

In honor of Price’s service, supporters are encouraged to contribute to the new LCCC Endowment or to one of her favorite projects, the Lincoln City Cosmography, a litho-mosaic set for installation later this summer. Benches, bricks and other legacy gifts will help sustain the Center’s mission and continue the work that she has championed for more than a decade. To learn more about making a gift, contact Donor Relations Manager Sara Reveile, sara@lc-cc.org .

To see the job posting, head to this page. For more information about the transition process, call 541-994-9994 or write to hiring@lc-cc.org .

MCT Presents the Jungle Book

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:29:15 GMT

Free Theatre Workshop For Local Kids July 21-26

It’s a jungle out there – and in The Cultural Center! Free theatre day camp presents “The Jungle Book” July 21-26

Lincoln City, OR – Do you want to be a star? All local students entering grades 1-12 are invited to join the fun at the Lincoln City Cultural Center July 21-26, as the nonprofit presents its annual theatre day camp and production with the traveling directors of Missoula Children’s Theatre. Auditions are set for 10 am on Monday, July 21. There are roles for up to 64 youth, with rehearsals for some beginning right after auditions end.

Thanks to support from the Behrens Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, participation in the MCT day camp experience is free. MCT directors arrive on Sunday with a truck filled with sets, costumes and music, ready to put on a show. It’s a dynamic experience for every community, which has been part of Lincoln City’s summer since 2005.

After auditions on July 21, the students will rehearse Monday through Friday. There will be two performances for friends and family at 3 pm and 5:30 pm on Saturday, July 26. All those who audition must be ready to commit to the full week.

“This is a fun and educational experience for all of us,” said Executive Director Niki Price. “It’s always one of our favorite weeks of the year. We encourage everyone to come a little early, with their adults or guardians, to fill out the registration forms before the 10 am start time. The auditions start promptly and things move fast!”

Among the roles to be cast are Mowgli (the man-cub), Bagheera (the panther) and Akela (the leader of the pack), the entire wolf pack, Shere Khan (the tiger) with his side-kick Tabaqui (the jackal), Nag and Nagaina (the cobras), Darzee (the bird), Hathi (the master elephant), Rikki-Tikki-Tavi (the mongoose), Kaa (the rock-python), Buck (a buck) and of course the Bander-log. All students entering grades 1-12 are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Assistant Directors will also be cast to assist with the technical aspects of the production.

All the roles will be cast at the end of the first day’s audition on July 21. Participants will be assigned their parts and provided with a rehearsal schedule. Rehearsals will take place from 12:30-2:30 Monday and from 10 am to 2:30 pm Tuesday through Friday. Volunteer Rita Warton will be serving as this year’s accompanist.

And, just in case that’s not enough drama for all these aspiring actors, the visiting directors will also be offering extra workshops from 2:45 to 3:30 pm for three days of the residence week. These workshops include topics like stage movement, stage design, improv and makeup. These experiences are also free.

The week will end with two performances of “The Jungle Book,” at 3 pm and 5:30 pm on Saturday, July 26. General admission tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and students, $8 for youth ages 6-18 and free for kids ages 5 and younger.

This will be the 20 ^th summer that the Cultural Center has hosted the “Little Red Truck” and its touring directors from Missoula Children’s Theatre.

About Missoula Children’s Theatre

The Missoula Children's Theatre, the nation’s largest touring children’s theatre, has been touring extensively for more than 40 years now from Montana to Japan, and will visit nearly 1,200 communities this year with up to 44 teams of Tour Actor/Directors.

A tour team arrives in town with a set, lights, costumes, props and make-up, everything it takes to put on a play ... except the cast. The team holds an open audition and casts 50-60 local students to perform in the production. The show is rehearsed throughout the week and two public performances are presented on Saturday.

All MCT shows are original adaptations of classic children’s stories and fairytales . . . a twist on the classic stories that you know and love. Also included in the residency are three enrichment workshops presented by the Tour Actor/Directors.

This educational project offers youth the chance to expand their creativity, social skills, goal achievement, communication skills and self-esteem. MCT's mission is the development of life skills in children, through participation in the performing arts.

Balance (and Trust) in our Bodies: Yoga Workshop with Jamie Gilbert

brady@lc-cc.org — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:51:03 GMT

Friday, July 11, noon-2pm at New Moon Yoga

Do you long for a sense of grounding and steadiness, both on and off the mat? Or greater sense of equanimity with self? Let's spend a Friday afternoon connecting with our physical balance, and how it relates to our emotional well-being and mental clarity.

This workshop will help to:

* find strength and stability in foundational yoga postures

* practice mindfulness techniques to calm the mind and focus our attention

* cultivate inner peace through breathwork and compassionate self-talk

Whether you are new to yoga or looking to deepen your practice, all are welcome to attend and will leave with some new tools to deepen your practice. Secure your spot today!

https://www.momoyoga.com/newmoonyoga/events

Crystal Bowl Sound Healing

brady@lc-cc.org — Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:43:18 GMT

Saturday, July 19 at 2pm in the New Moon Yoga Studio

Sound healing, at its most basic form, is healing with the vibration of the sound. The best way to understand this is to feel it!

Pride Fest 2025

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:08:05 GMT

Saturday, June 28 at 12 pm

Lincoln City PrideFest – You’re Invited to Lincoln City PrideFest 2025!

LINCOLN CITY – It’s that time of year again! Bring the whole family to celebrate love,

inclusivity, and diversity on June 28th. The Lincoln City PrideFest Committee invites YOU to

join us for a day of festivities at the Lincoln City Cultural Center.

The festival kicks off promptly at 12:00 PM with a proclamation from Mayor Susan Wahlke,

followed by the opening of the vendor fair and live entertainment in the auditorium. We’re

bringing back your favorite performers, including Sweeney Grey and the Shades, drag queen

sister duo Mai Faye Rit & Lexi Vaughn, and the Hokus Pokie dance crew—along with

exciting new acts from Misty Magi, Sequin McQueen, The Duchess, and more!

This year’s vendor fair will feature delicious food from La Wawa, Shoreline Smoothies,

LCDC, and others. Explore resource booths, artisan vendors, a dunk tank, bouncy houses,

puppies, and so much more! Need a break from the excitement? Head to the quieter south end of

the building to enjoy relaxing activities like our community mandala room and the Locke &

Key Adventurer's Guild game room.

This year’s celebration holds special significance, as it falls on the 56th anniversary of the

Stonewall Uprising—a pivotal moment in LGBTQIA+ history that resonates deeply in today’s

political climate. Pride is, and always has been, a protest—but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a

little fun along the way. So come enjoy the festivities and celebrate LOVE at Lincoln City

PrideFest 2025!

Admission is FREE, and we hope to see you there! Location: Lincoln City Cultural Center

540 NE Hwy 101 Lincoln City, OR 97367

For more information or to support this annual event with a donation, call 541-994-9994.

Follow https://www.facebook.com/lcorpridefest for updates

The Joy of Music - July 12 2025

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:35:09 GMT

The Joy of Music - Piano Fundraiser - July 12 @ 2:00

You are cordially invited to join us for a free fundraiser for our new Yamaha Piano. Coffee and Sweets will be available. Donations are appreciated.

EV Charging is Here

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 04:54:30 GMT

Charge Up at the Lincoln City Cultural Center with New EVCS Chargers!

We’re excited to announce a new way to power your visit to the Lincoln City Cultural Center: EVCS electric vehicle chargers are now available in our parking lot! ��

As part of our commitment to sustainability and community access, LCCC has partnered with EVCS to bring fast, reliable electric vehicle charging to our beautiful Oregon Coast location. Whether you’re here for a concert, art show, class, farmers market, or just stopping by, you can now conveniently charge your EV while enjoying everything the Cultural Center has to offer.

What You Need to Know:

�� Charger Types: 50Kw DC Fast Charger (CHAdeMO)

50 Kw DC Fast Charger (CCS/SAE)

Level 2 (J-1772)
�� Location: LCCC Parking Lot – 540 NE Hwy 101, Lincoln City, OR
⏱️ Availability: 24/7 Access Check current status here
�� How to Use: Download the EVCS app or use your preferred charging network to start a session

This is a big step forward in making Lincoln City more EV-friendly while supporting our shared environmental values. Come for the arts, stay for the charge!

Have questions or need help using the chargers? Contact EVCS Directly, since the LCCC staff doesn't directly support these chargers.

Thank you for supporting green transportation and local culture. See you (and your EV) soon at the LCCC!

Sal Strom and Kathleen Caprario-Ulrich "Eco-Play" | March 13 - May 10, 2026

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 23:15:24 GMT

Sal Strom and Kathleen Caprario-Ulrich "Eco-Play" | March 13 - May 10, 2026

ECO-PLAY is a two-person exhibition proposed by Oregon-based artists Sal Strom and Kathleen Caprario, which imagines a world built upon environmental restoration and wonder. Drawing upon their personal connections with the natural world and creative processes of exploration, the exhibition features works that reflect a shared vision for community engagement.

By bridging the gap between nature and culture, ECO-PLAY presents a collection of works that inspires and shifts perceptions of what is human, natural and possible. It extends an invitation to viewers to reimagine the world as a place where humans and nature can coexist, and invites a critical dialogue around the role that art can play in fostering environmental awareness and change.

Telephone Game - Chessman - Jan 9-Mar 8, 2026

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 19:05:05 GMT

The Telephone Game II

A group exhibit of artists playing the “Telephone Game” visually

Do you remember the game where a message is whispered from one person to the next around a circle? When it gets to the end, the phrase is very different than it was when it began. This is the premise behind the Chessman Gallery’s new group exhibit, but instead of being auditory it is visual. Each artist renders their version of the one before them and displayed together, you will be able to see how the image changes depending on the style, process and mood of each artist. Featuring the creative response art of 2 dozen local artists!

The show will be open from 10 am to 5 pm Wednesday through Sunday, January 9 through March 8, 2026.

Members Show '25 - Chessman - Sep 5 - Nov 2, 2025

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:17:24 GMT

2025 Members' Show - "Pathways" Sept 5-Nov 2 in the Chessman Gallery

This year's theme is PATHWAYS... Members need to bring 2 pieces of art to the Chessman Gallery on Monday Sept 1.

Click HERE for a copy of the Artist Contract and Inventory Form .

Jeremy Likness - Chessman - March 13-May 10, 2026

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 16:56:40 GMT

Jeremy Likness - Oregon's Coast After Dark - Chessman Gallery (March 13-May 10, 2026)

Oregon's beautiful and rugged coastline undergoes a magical transformation at night when the full moon casts long shadows and reflections, the Milky Way rises, meteors flash and Northern Lights dance on the horizon.

This show explores the unique visions captured through special photography of Oregon's coast after dark.

Coming to the Chessman Gallery in March 2026.

More info @ www.dswgalleries.com

Summer Solstice: 108 Sun Salutations

brady@lc-cc.org — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:59:38 GMT

Friday, June 20 at 5:30pm/ Meditation at 7pm

Join instructor Brady Jansen and New Moon yogis for the practice of 108 sun salutations in celebration of the longest day of the year and the changing of season. This repetitive practice is meditative, and can be challenging both physically and mentally to complete in its entirety. To perform all 108 sun salutations takes about 90 minutes, though participants are invited to complete as many or as few as you like. (Yogi tip: it is considered auspicious to perform a multiple of 9!)

This is a free event in the Cultural Center auditorium, and the more, the merrier - bring a friend! Sun Salutations will begin promptly at 5:30pm, though latecomers will find it easy to join in - even if you are not familiar with this brief sequence, it is easy to learn. Join us at 7pm, following the physical practice, for solstice meditation.

Donations to the yoga program will be gratefully accepted. Mats provided (or bring your own).

Icons of Rock Tribute Show

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 04:52:20 GMT

Saturday, June 14th at 7 pm

3 tributes, ONE NIGHT! The Icons of Rock Tribute show features tributes from the following bands: Back Into Black- ACDC Tribute, JUMP- Van Halen Tribute, Ladies Of the 80s- A tribute to the ladies who rocked the 80s.
Two hours of hit songs by some of the best musicians in the Pacific Northwest.
This show sold out last year - grab tickets early!
Don't miss this show. Grab your tickets here.

Sound Bath with Nathalie Claes at New Moon Yoga

brady@lc-cc.org — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 16:06:17 GMT

Thursday, June 26, 5:30-7pm

Back this year by popular demand, Nathalie Claes will be offering monthly sound baths at the New Moon Yoga studio this summer and fall. Step into an immersive evening of live vocal looping, elemental sounds, and grounding instruments to guide participants into deep relaxation. This magical and transformative experience offers a monthly pause for rest, resonance, and reflection.

With over a decade of guiding experiences in yoga and somatic movement, Nathalie crafts sessions to support nervous system health and help you reconnect to the joy of living.

Tickets $35. Register at www.momoyoga.com/newmoonyoga/event or in person at the New Moon Yoga studio

Questions? contact brady@lc-cc.org

Art on the Edge Studio Tour

Fri, 23 May 2025 05:47:28 GMT

Support Local Artists on the Coast by visiting their studios, May 30-June 1

Join us for 3 days of independent studio tours May 30 - June 1

This is your chance to adventure along the Oregon Coast - visit spaces you wouldn't get access to otherwise, and support local artists.

Pick up booklets with maps at LCCC, Pacific Artists Co-op Gallery, and The Lincoln City Glass Center

The Studio Tours coincide with a Gallery Show at the Cultural Center in the Chessman that runs May 23 - July 13th. Opening reception is on Friday May 23 from 5-7pm. This is a great way to familiarize yourself with the artists and plan your route for the tours.

For more information, visit the website

here Ben Soeby with Booker Bartow

Fri, 23 May 2025 05:38:18 GMT

here by Ben Soeby with special guest artist, Booker Bartow
May 15-June 28

Come check out a new exhibit by Ben Soeby, with special guest artist Booker Bartow.

This show takes a look at what it means to spend a lifetime on the coast—reflecting on the changes, the memories, and the feeling of being here in this moment. It’s thoughtful, a little introspective, and deeply connected to place.

Join us for the opening reception on May 15, and catch the show anytime through June 28, 2026.

LCOR Presents: Sarah Adams

Thu, 22 May 2025 05:33:06 GMT

Friday, May 30 at 7 pm

A sapphic folk Americana rock artist originally from South Carolina. Her warmth and tenacity on stage will captivate you, and her lyrics will linger with you long after you see her perform. Presented by the Lincoln City Pride Festival Committee. Get Tickets here

ICONS OF ROCK - Tribute show

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Mon, 19 May 2025 18:06:39 GMT

THREE tributes ONE NIGHT

The Icons Or Rock Tribute show features tributes from the following bands
Back Into Black-ACDC Tribute
JUMP- Van Halen Tribute
Ladies Of the 80s-A tribute to the ladies who rocked the 80s~

Two hours of nothing but hit songs preformed by some of the best musicians in the Pacific Northwest!!!
Make sure to bet there early as this show sold out last time! And the show starts off with the VAN HALEN TRIBUTE-JUMP and then The Ladies Of the 80s. Then a short intermission and we finish up the night with ACDC-tribute BACK INTO BLACK playing hits from both Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras!!!

Dont miss this show !!!

Tickets - https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=271220

Ceramic Sundays

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:27:27 GMT

Drop-in Ceramics Classes in our Studio (almost) Every Sunday

Make sure to sign up to reserve your spot, here

LCCC Summer Art Camp!

Mon, 19 May 2025 05:26:13 GMT

Two Summer Sessions in August

Dates: Aug. 18– 22 OR Aug. 25–29

Location: the Lincoln City Cultural Center (Makers Space Workshop)Time: 10am to 3pm each day, Mon. through Fri.
Ages: 7 through 12 years old (older kids welcome to intern)
Fee: Camp fee- $85 per youth, plus $15 materials fee
Total: $100 per camper per week (80% scholarships available)

Required: Campers need to bring packed lunches, water bottles and coats (just in case).

This ART Day Camp is designed to keep kids busy with artistic activities that develop their creativity, curiosity and problem solving skills. Mornings will start with self-guided activities and crafts stations so campers can choose what they want to start working on. We will also be making or own clay
mugs with special scratch designs, printmaking, stop gap animation, embroidery, painting, drawing, stuffy making, and much more. Lunch time will be from 12 to 12:30.

Around 2 each day we will walk to the lake on the nature trail just east of the LCCC parking lot and collect items for more art
making and play on the shoreside driftwood. (If your child has a life jacket please bring it to camp.)

Reserve your young artist’s spot now- Call LCCC at 541 994 9994 or visit, Wed- Sun. 10 –5pm to prepay and complete forms to reserve a spot.
For more info contact Krista Eddy at artgallery@lincolncityculturalcenter.org

EV Charging is Here

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Sun, 11 May 2025 17:35:12 GMT

Charge Up at the Lincoln City Cultural Center with New EVCS Chargers!

We’re excited to announce a new way to power your visit to the Lincoln City Cultural Center: EVCS electric vehicle chargers are now available in our parking lot! ��

What You Need to Know:

�� Charger Types: 50Kw DC Fast Charger (CHAdeMO)

50 Kw DC Fast Charger (CCS/SAE)

This is a big step forward in making Lincoln City more EV-friendly while supporting our shared environmental values. Come for the arts, stay for the charge!

Have questions or need help using the chargers? Contact EVCS Directly, since the LCCC staff doesn't directly support these chargers.

Thank you for supporting green transportation and local culture. See you (and your EV) soon at the LCCC!

Quilts for Empowerment Fiber Show

Sat, 03 May 2025 01:11:58 GMT

On display from May 2 through July 13

"Quilts for Empowerment," will be on display from May 2 through July 13, 2025, in the Fiber Arts Gallery. This powerful showcase features handcrafted quilts created by women artisans from Kenya, each piece narrating personal journeys of resilience, healing, and hope.

Quilts for Empowerment is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Kenyan women who have endured obstetric fistula and other traumatic experiences. Through the art of quilting, these women find a path to economic independence and emotional recovery. The exhibition offers visitors an intimate glimpse into their lives, with each quilt serving as a testament to the strength and creativity of its maker.

"We are honored to present this exhibition that not only showcases exquisite textile artistry but also tells profound stories of empowerment," said Jason Corso, Program Director of the Lincoln City Cultural Center. "These quilts are more than art; they are voices of women who have transformed adversity into beauty and purpose."

For more information about the exhibition or to learn how to support Quilts for Empowerment, please visit https://www.quiltsforempowerment.org/ or contact the Cultural Center

An opening reception will be held on Friday, May 2, from 5 PM to 7 PM, featuring remarks from representatives of Quilts for Empowerment and an opportunity to meet with local supporters of the initiative.

Oasis Ensemble

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 05:52:34 GMT

Sunday, May 18 at 3:30 pm

Today's concert with this chamber trio (flute, cello, piano) will feature works by Philippe Gaubert and Franz Joseph Haydn and world premieres of "Shards" by Ryan Johnston and "Circle of Tears" by Carol Worthey. For tickets, click here

Ceramic Sundays

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 21:00:42 GMT

Drop-in Ceramics Classes in our Studio (almost) Every Sunday

Make sure to sign up to reserve your spot, here

Chessman Gallery Show "Same Language, Different Dialect" Carol Chapel

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 20:20:02 GMT

Opening Reception - Friday, April 4, 5-7 pm

Show Runs until May 18

Opening reception: Friday, April 4th, 5 to 7pm

Show runs until May 18

virtual gallery tour on Facebook posted on Saturday @lincolncityculture

"In this series I’m reacting to the ever fascinating natural world. We are so lucky living in Oregon. What abundance! Ocean, mountains, valleys, deserts, rivers and forests. Nature knows how to bring it all. Shapes, lines, colors and textures is the language I speak. Of course, there is the emotional element too. I’m hoping I translated both Seeing and Feeling. I invited 3 friends to join me to reenforce my belief that we speak the same language but there are different dialects."

Jerri Bartholomew speaks glass.

Hester Coucke speaks found objects.

Owen Premore brings the language of crochet

Oasis Ensemble Performs

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 20:05:16 GMT

Sunday, April 6th at 2 pm

This trio is Dawn Weiss (former principal flutist of the Oregon Symphony), Louis Lowenstein (former cellist with both the Chicago and Pittsburg Symphonies) and Andrew Cannestra (award-winning pianist and Naxos recording label artist). The program will include selections by Maurice Ravel, Brent Weaver and Fanny Hensel. For tickets, click here

WATER The Musical, Free (and great for all ages)

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:24:39 GMT

Show Wednesday, March 26 at 11 am

A free, fun and interactive concert for all ages that weaves stories of ecology and handmade puppets, and live music together to generate excitement, love and stewardship for the wildlife and wild places on planet earth. Bring the whole family to dance, play, and sing along. Find out more here

Louie Foxx's One Man Side Show

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:21:11 GMT

Performing Tuesday, March 25 at 7 pm

Audiences across the USA love Louie Foxx’s One-Man Side Show and you will too! Howie Mandel called Louie’s performance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent “Fantastic” and the International Brotherhood of Magicians said Louie is “Incredible“. Get tickets here

The Amazing Bubble Man

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:17:19 GMT

Performing Monday, March 24 at 7 pm

Louis Pearl is one of the world’s leading bubble-ologists. He explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. From square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble volcanoes, tornadoes and trampolines to people inside bubbles, the Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages. Get tickets here

DR Schreiber in the News

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 06:12:45 GMT

Festival of Illusions... in the news

On March 10, DR Schreiber was on KOIN promoting the Festival of Illusions, click here to check it out.

https://www.koin.com/video/abra-cadabra-its-professor-dr-schreiber/10525146/

New Fiber Arts Show "Biophilia"

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 03:26:22 GMT

Show starts on Feb 28th and runs through April 27th

New Paragraph

Ceramic Sundays

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 03:25:57 GMT

Drop-in Ceramics Classes in our Studio (almost) Every Sunday

Make sure to sign up to reserve your spot, here

Gamelan - Lecture / Performance

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 06:10:33 GMT

Free lecture / Performance - Balinese Rindik music by Gamelan Sari Pandawa

Gamelan Sari Pandhawa , a non-profit cultural organization based in Oregon, perform on bronze and wood instruments elegantly handcrafted and painted by master instrument makers in central Java. This group has been dedicated to the celebration of Javanese arts, music, dance and shadow puppetry since 1995.

The ensemble will feature the tingklik , a bamboo xylophone, and angklung , a set of tuned bamboo rattles, combined with a suling (a Balinese bamboo flute) creating the signature interlocking rhythms of Balinese Rindik music. Adding a contemporary twist, the performance will also include a saxophone , merging traditional melodies with a global fusion sound.

In addition to performing, the musicians will offer an engaging presentation, complete with a slideshow, providing deeper insight into the history and cultural significance of Balinese Gamelan music.

This special performance is part of the Cultural Center’s new Voyages series, supported by Explore Lincoln City and the WESTAF Tour West grant program.

Admission is free , donations will be gladly accepted at the door.

Celtic Light Orchestra

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 06:06:56 GMT

Ready for a Saint Patrick’s Day Party like no other? Shows March 8th and 9th

Join the Celtic Light Orchestra for a Saint Patrick’s Day Party like no other! This multi-media production promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family with rousing Irish jigs and reels, dazzling LED lights, Irish dance and more. Featuring Celtic fiddle virtuoso, Katie Jane Lubiens, on the fiery fiddle! Tickets $35 adults/$32 seniors and students/$20 youth, with season package discounts available. Membership discounts will apply. Click here to purchase.

Spring Break magic fest schedule.... revealed!

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:59:09 GMT

Surftides Festival of Illusions tickets on sale now

LINCOLN CITY – Are you feeling lucky, Lincoln City? This year's Surftides Hotel Festival of Illusions will be the Lincoln City Cultural Center's 13th, and while some might not consider that number auspicious, Center planners are feeling pretty darned fortunate. For this year's festival, they've managed to secure five of the top-selling acts in festival history: Jeff Evans, Louie Foxx, Joe Black, Alex Zerbe and The Amazing Bubble Man. Tickets for workshops and headline shows are on sale now.

These all-stars will join two festival first-timers – Professor DR Schreiber and Tony Steinbach– for an 8-day Spring Break celebration of illusions, creativity, laughter, art and sleight of hand. Reserved seats for the evening shows, workshops and other ticketed events are on sale -- for a day by day schedule, head to the event page.

There will be plenty to do in the daytime, for all ages. In addition to our famous drop-in Abracadabra Magic Art Studio, the Cultural Center will also host a Cookie Decorating Workshop and a Kids' Ceramics Workshop. On Tuesday at 11 am, there will be a special, free presentation of “WATER The Musical” with the local kiddie rock band Your Song My Song. It’s a joyful piece of art that uses puppets and music to teach about the magic of marine life and conservation.

There's a new display of Diagon Alley Lego builds (along with the Hogwarts Lego Castle with its popular scavenger hunt) and a sale special "magic gear" like wands and capes, along with art exhibits in the Fiber Arts Studio Gallery and PJ Chessman Gallery. The Shaky Grounds Cafe, a pop-up escape room about emergency preparedness, will be on site and open for business March 23 through March 26. Book in advance and learn more HERE.

Families can even take a little of the magic home: Themed Art Kits, made by a team of volunteers and the LCCC Visual Arts Director Krista Eddy, will be available while supplies last. Members of the public are invited to “shop” the art kit room, located next to Margaret’s Meeting Room, upstairs at the LCCC. Art Kits are by donation -- pay what you can and enjoy crafting with the little ones in your life.

While you’re at the Center, check out the outdoor art installations of the Cultural Plaza. If the weather is nice, you can head out to give Pete Beeman’s abstract “Poppy” a push, read the poem on the Poetry Path, sit a while on Gary the Octopus or play a tune on the Harmony Notes instruments.

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, inside the historic Delake School in Lincoln City, Oregon. The center will be open from 10 am to 5 pm every day, and for all the evening shows, throughout the festival week. For inquiries or ticketing, visit lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call the office at 541-994-9994.

New Fiber Arts Show "Biophilia"

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:58:24 GMT

Show starts on Feb 28th and runs through April 27th

New Paragraph

Ceramic Sundays

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:57:36 GMT

Drop-in Ceramics Classes in our Studio (almost) Every Sunday

Make sure to sign up to reserve your spot, here

"Into the Wood" Monica Setziol-Phillips Gallery Show

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 19:13:01 GMT

From Feb 21 through March 30, Gallery Reception, Feb 21, 5-7 pm

Show runs from February 21 - March 30

Opening Reception is on Friday, Feb. 21, 5-7 pm
Join us for wine, appetizers, and a chance to meet the artists.
Virtual tour on Facebook posted on Saturday @LincolnCityCulture

The Carvers’ Collective was formed in 2023 as a result of a coming together of friends from Monica Setziol-Phillips carving workshops at Sitka Center for Art and Ecology.

A main focus of the show will be a collaborative piece with all 9 members contributing a 12 x 12 piece of Poplar, all originating from the same board, that come together to form a square.

In addition to the Carvers’ Collective exhibit, Monica Setziol-Phillips will show her cut paper illustrations of Folk Tales from Around the World.

Free OCCC Lecture - Bringing Sea Otters Back

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 17:10:22 GMT

Restoring Oregon’s Coastal Balance: Bringing Sea Otters Back

SPEAKER: CHANEL HASON
SPONSORS: OCCC FOUNDATION & LINCOLN CITY CULTURAL CENTER
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20 • 6-7:30PM • FREE
540 NE HWY. 101 • LINCOLN CITY • No Registration Required

Join Chanel Hason, Director of Outreach and Community Relations for the Elakha Alliance, for an engaging presentation about the organization’s efforts to restore sea otters to the Oregon coast. Discover how these charismatic marine mammals are vital to the health of our coastal ecosystems, the history behind their disappearance, and the collaborative work being done to bring them back. Learn how you can support this critical conservation mission and help make a lasting impact on Oregon’s marine environment.

Gamelan - Lecture / Performance

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:34:33 GMT

Free lecture / Performance - Balinese Rindik music by Gamelan Sari Pandawa

In addition to performing, the musicians will offer an engaging presentation, complete with a slideshow, providing deeper insight into the history and cultural significance of Balinese Gamelan music.

This special performance is part of the Cultural Center’s new Voyages series, supported by Explore Lincoln City and the WESTAF Tour West grant program.

Admission is free , donations will be gladly accepted at the door.

New Fiber Arts Show "Biophilia"

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:09:35 GMT

Show starts on Feb 28th and runs through April 27th

New Paragraph

Spring Break magic fest schedule.... revealed!

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 02:50:13 GMT

Surftides Festival of Illusions tickets on sale now

Windborne Quartet

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 22:14:09 GMT

NPR calls this quartet “the best musical discovery of the year" Sunday, Feb 16 at 2 pm

NPR calls this quartet “the best musical discovery of the year" and "stunningly powerful." Windborne's captivating show draws on the singers’ deep roots in traditions of vocal harmony, while the absolute uniqueness of their artistic approach brings old songs into the present. Known for the innovation of their arrangements, their harmonies are bold and anything but predictable.

The “Voyages: Adventures in Music” series is sponsored by a grant from the TourWest program of WESTAF, funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as a Community Partnership Program grant from Explore Lincoln City. Lodging sponsorship is provided by the Holiday Inn Express in Lincoln City and the Berton Family Charitable Trust.

Click here for tickets

Oasis Ensemble Feb. 9

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 04:58:20 GMT

This accomplished trio performs 3 concerts in 2025

The Oasis Ensemble continues its four-concert season in Lincoln City with this matinee performance. They are Dawn Weiss (former principal flutist of the Oregon Symphony), Louis Lowenstein (former cellist with both the Chicago and Pittsburg Symphonies) and Andrew Cannestra (award-winning pianist and Naxos recording label artist). The program features Amy Beach: Two Pieces for Flute, Cello and Piano, op. 90; Ludwig van Beethoven: Trio in G major, WoO37; and Nikolai Kapustin: Trio for Flute, Cello, and Piano, op. 86. They'll return for matinees on April 6 and May 18, 2025. Admission is $20 for adults, discounts for youth. For details, go to www.oasisensemble.com

Purchase Tickets here

Sweetheart Dance will be heart to beat

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 01:49:29 GMT

Flowers, candy and sweet sounds on Feb. 14

Lincoln City, OR – The Lincoln City Cultural Center and the Lincoln Pops Big Band invite you to spend this Valentine’s Day with Louis, Cole, Glenn and Duke -- Louis Prima, Cole Porter, Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington, and all your Big Band favorites – at this year’s fun and friendly Sweetheart’s Dance. This joint will start jumping at 7 pm on Friday, Feb. 14, at the Cultural Center. It’s on the Sunny Side of the Street, at 540 NE Hwy. 101. TICKETS

If you're In the Mood for this kind of Moonlight Serenade, you’re invited to attend. Tickets are $20 per person (plus a $2 ticketing fee), and include cookies, sweet treats and a flower for every lady. If It’s Been A Long, Long Time since you said “Let’s Dance,” we’ve got you covered. The floor will be open, but a partner is not required. You’re free to just sit back and tap your toes through three sets of great music.

The Feb. 14 Sweetheart Dance is a fundraiser for the Piano Fund of the Lincoln City Cultural Center. There will also be a raffle and other ways to support the nonprofit center. To purchase tickets in advance, click HERE or call 541-994-9994.

The evening will include three sets performed by the Lincoln Pops Big Band, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and passing along the heritage of the Big Band era. Members include current and retired professional musicians, band directors, former high school and college players, and even a few talented local high school students. With 18-21 musicians, the Pops’ sound includes trumpets, trombones, clarinet, piano, drums, guitar and vibraphone, along with a rotating cast of vocalists.

A Lincoln County collective for more than 30 years, the band has evolved into one of the finest big bands in Oregon. Under the artistic direction of Matt White, the Pops play all types of dance music, including swing, Latin and jazz tunes. They’ve got a regular gig on the third Thursday of the month at the Gleneden Beach Community Hall.

Sounds of Himalaya

brady@lc-cc.org — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 18:02:28 GMT

Wednesday, January 22, 7pm at New Moon Yoga

ShaamaahS is a project developed to perform a unique form of ambient music involving Tuvan Throat Singing, Evocative Mantra, Bansuri Flute, and Subtle Symphonic Soundscapes. Sound Meditation is very prominent these days, and most of us are simply curious on how it can help us achieve focus and rediscover our inner awareness. If I were to point to a single phrase that encompasses the importance of sound in relation to the human psyche and personal well being, it would be this:

“If you want to ﬁnd the secrets of the Universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration” -Nikola Tesla

As humans we are walking energy, vibrating at multiple frequencies. This “Oscillating Prana” performance engages the subtle energy body and allows for a person to truly immerse themselves with the music, simply by being present with it. The goal of all ShaamaahS compositions is to perform an ambient meditative sound experience that has the potential to relax, improve health, explore inward, and reach the true teacher and ultimate intelligence within all of us.

Tickets are $35. Register online at www.momoyoga.com/newmoonyoga/events or via lincolncity-culturalcenter.org/newmoonyoga

New Year's Day: New Moon Yoga turns 11

brady@lc-cc.org — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 17:08:59 GMT

New Year's Day 2025

Join us for a day of yoga, meditation and sound to celebrate the completion of New Moon Yoga's ELEVENTH year!

Walking meditation in the Lincoln City Cultural Center auditorium (open all day) on a replica of the famed labyrinth in the nave floor of the Notre Dame de Chartres outside Paris, France. Reiki master teachers Chellie and Mike Kammermeyer will create a sound bath with 20+ crystal bowls from 11am-1pm in the auditorium.

In the New Moon Yoga Studio: 10am - FREE Hatha Yoga class with Christina. Chai and light refreshments to follow.

1pm - FREE Yoga Nidra ("Yogic Sleep" or deep relaxation) with Sallie.

All events are free to attend. Donations are warmly accepted and will go towards supporting another great year of yoga!

www.momoyoga.com/newmoonyoga/events

December Volunteer of the Month

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:12:33 GMT

It's that magical time of the year for giving, and who better to honor than the big guy himself - Santa Claus

December - Santa Claus!!!

It’s that magical time of year again when we celebrate the spirit of giving, and who better to honor than the big guy himself – Santa Claus !

For centuries, Santa has been the ultimate volunteer, selflessly giving his time (and a bit of magic) to spread cheer and gifts to every corner of the globe. This month, we're thrilled to shine the spotlight on the one and only jolly ol' Saint Nick, who continues to make spirits bright year after year.

Santa’s dedication to his cause is unparalleled. Whether he's checking his list, feeding the reindeer, or supervising the elves' toy-making operations, he does it all with an infectious smile and an unmatched work ethic. And let’s not forget the countless hours he spends braving snowstorms, navigating rooftops, and squeezing through chimneys—all to make sure every child has a merry Christmas. This year Santa made a special early visit to Lincoln City, at the LCCC Tree-Lighting, and he’s expected back for the Fa-La-La Sing Along on Dec 21, at the Lincoln City Cultural Center.

So, let’s raise a mug of hot cocoa to Santa Claus, the LCCC December Volunteer of the Month ! We could all learn a little something from his selflessness, generosity, and unwavering commitment to spreading joy.

Keep on shining, Santa—you’re our favorite Christmas hero, and we couldn’t do it without you!

ZUMBA

judy@lc-cc.org (Judy Hardy) — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 23:38:10 GMT

Classes return Jan. 9 - Thursdays at 5

Are you ready to dance and sweat? ZUMBA is back at the Cultural Center in our Dance Studio starting Thursday, January 9 from 5 - 6. Come join instructor Baeli Smith for an hour of great exercise. All skill levels and abilities are welcome. Just bring comfortable workout clothes, dancing shoes, bottled water and your moves. To register for classes, please click on the link below or contact Baeli for more information at (503) 877-5240 or at ZumbaB123@gmail.com Drop in classes are $12 or sign up for 4 classes with our $40 class pack. Please register online before classes. Registration link to website -https://www.zumba.com/p/ZumbaB123 Let's Dance!

The First Night of Hannukah

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:39:01 GMT

Dec. 25th, 4:30pm Celebrate the Festival of Lights at LCCC

Join us for blessings, songs and donuts as we light the first candle of our Cultural Center menorah. Free and open to the public. Volunteers welcome, please email niki@lc-cc.org

Winter Solstice at New Moon Yoga

brady@lc-cc.org — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:59:26 GMT

Saturday, December 21, 2024

4pm: Chandra Namaskar with Brady Jansen

35-40 minutes, gentle/moderate yoga practice

You have likely heard of the heat-building, vigorous “surya namaskar” (sun salutation). The lesser-known “chandra namaskar” (moon salutation) is a softer practice, with a focus on side and leg stretching. Join Brady to give this soothing meditative sequence a try.

5pm: Savasana and Guided Meditation with Melissa Caye

approximately 60 minutes, deep relaxation

www.momoyoga.com/newmoonyoga/events

Celtic Series: Winter Carols with Men of Worth

bea@lc-cc.org (Bea Herzberg) — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 23:14:23 GMT

Friday the 6th at 7pm Celtic Series: Winter Carols with Men of Worth

Irish and Scottish Folk duo Men of Worth are joined by Harpist Maureen Brennan, Irish Piper and Fiddler Kevin Carr and Irish dancer Kelsey O’Brien. This ensemble will take old and not so old songs and melodies to create a beautiful holiday concert of peace and goodwill. Providing enchanting, haunting melodies and pulsating rhythms ‘A Winter’s Carol’ is a true celebration to honor and delight in the holiday season. Tickets $35 adults/$32 seniors and students/$20 youth, with season package discounts available. Membership discounts will apply

To purchase tickets, click here .

Weyerhaeuser joins Cultural Center, Pacific Power in annual donation of Community Christmas Tree

heather@lc-cc.org (Heather Goble) — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:33:07 GMT

Community Christmas Tree generously donated by Weyerhaeuser and installed with help from Pacific Power.

This year’s community tree at the Lincoln City Cultural Center is a 20ft tall Noble Fir which was generously donated, transported and installed by Weyerhaeuser.

“It’s heartwarming to see one of our trees help make Lincoln City a bit brighter this holiday season,” Don Irons, forester at Weyerhaeuser, said. “We hope the community has the chance to come out and enjoy the extra holiday cheer from their local foresters."

It was cut on the morning of Nov. 15 just 40 miles east of Lincoln City near Riley Peak. The top lights were installed by crews from Pacific Power, also by donation, then decorated by the Cultural Center’s Visual Arts Director, Krista Eddy, along with staff, volunteers and members of the community.

After a wonderful day filled with crafts, cookies, and caroling, the evening of November 29th was brought to life with the help of the community and a joyful countdown followed by cheers. This year’s official countdown leader was City Councilor Mitch Parsons. Cookies for the event were provided by Kenny’s IGA and the Morgan Family, with hot chocolate, decorations and candy canes provided by the Cultural Center.

The tree will be on display at the Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy 101, through early January. For more information or to support this annual event with a gift to the Center’s annual campaign, call 541-994-9994.

Spread the Joy of the Season at the Lincoln City Giving Fair

sara@lc-cc.org (Sara Reveile) — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 21:49:52 GMT

Join Local Non-Profits for a Day Dedicated to Charity

SPREAD THE JOY OF THE SEASON AT THE LINCOLN CITY GIVING FAIR

LINCOLN CITY – Looking for a way to connect with your community, do good works and feel great? Then mark your calendars for a pre-holiday pick-me-up that will strengthen your community and spread the joy of the season: the Lincoln City Giving Fair, open from 10 am to 3 pm Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Lincoln City Cultural Center.

Lincoln City Cultural Center is a nonprofit devoted to serving the central coast community through art and cultural opportunities. The center is proud to support other local non-profits this holiday season by hosting a networking and fundraising opportunity. Representatives from a variety of local groups, and a plethora of causes, will have booths in the Cultural Center hallways. Shop for things like candy, holiday gifts, and hand-crafted cookbooks. Deliver your donations of new toys & food, and donate (cash, check, card or pledge) before the end of the tax year.

You can expect fundraising items such as See’s candies (Kiwanis Club), hand-crafted cookbooks (AAUW), memberships, caps & magnets (Seven Capes Bird Alliance), and membership mugs and commemorative bricks (Lincoln City Cultural Center). All the organizations will have information, signup sheets and donation receipts, offering attendees the chance to get involved in a variety of ways.

On Dec. 7, you can connect with Lincoln City Food Pantry, North Lincoln Fire & Rescue District Toy Drive, Rotary Club of Lincoln City, Backpacks for Kids, Seven Capes Bird Alliance, Central Coast Humane Society, Friends of Lincoln County Animals, Oceana Family Literacy, AAUW (American Association of University Women), Kiwanis of Lincoln City, and Lincoln City Cultural Center.

“If you plan to donate to a local charity before the end of the year, we salute you – because YOU are what makes this community so wonderful. Our Giving Fair will make it even easier to find the joy in service and support,” said Cultural Center Director, Niki Price.

You’re invited to take an “unselfie” with your phone at your chosen booth, and post it on your Facebook page, Twitter feed or Instagram account using #lincolncitygives. This will help to raise awareness of the day, and the Giving Fair. The idea is to get the word out among diverse social networks, raising awareness for charitable giving online as well as attendance at the Dec. 7 Giving Fair at the Cultural Center.

To learn more, donate, volunteer, or provide a featured musical performance at the fair, call Sara Reveile, 541-994-9994.

International Flamenco Day performance set for November 16th at the Cultural Center

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 23:08:18 GMT

Join Seffarine & friends for an evening of music and dance

Lincoln City, OR – On Saturday, Nov. 16, audiences at the Lincoln City Cultural Center will be joining an international celebration of cante, baile and toque – song, dance and musicianship –through a concert performance by the duo Seffarine and their flamenco loving friends. The show, part of the Cultural Center’s new Voyages concert series, will be our Oregon Coast tribute to the “arte jondo” (deep art) that inspired UNESCO to declare Flamenco an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

The Nov. 16 performance will feature the soulful Moroccan vocals of Lamiae Naki and the oud expertise of Nat Hulskamp, who tour together as Seffarine, along with Bernardo Gomez (bass), Darian Patrick (cajón and percussion), and Sophia Solano (flamenco dance and palmas). Showtime is 7 pm. Reserved table seats are on sale now at the Cultural Center, 541-994-9994, or online at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org.

Flamenco is a combination of song, dance, and musicianship that is performed in many settings, including religious festivals, rituals, church ceremonies, and private celebrations. It has its origins in interculturality, especially in the Roma culture and the Roma people. The UNESCO recognition of flamenco was formalized on Nov. 16, 2010.

The Andalusian Regional Government declared the day after UNESCO's recognition as "Flamenco Day in Andalusia". The day is celebrated with a variety of activities, including conferences, exhibitions, concerts, and shows. Spain also releases a video each year to celebrate the day.

About the performers

Bass Player magazine characterized the music of Seffarine as a “gorgeous intersection of Spanish flamenco, Arabic and Andalusian music, Persian Classical and jazz.” In SoundRoots, Naki and Hulskamp were described as “an ear-caressing blend of sounds from Spain and North Africa, spiced with fiery instrumentation and percussion.” Together, as partners in music and life, these two musicians explore and preserve their shared cultural traditions.

Sophia Solano is a second-generation flamenco artist, daughter of guitarrista José Solano. Her earliest dance teacher was Rafaela de Cádiz, and at 18 Sophia moved to Spain for a semester to immerse in Spanish culture and study flamenco at the Universidad de Sevilla and Estudio Juan Polvillo. A few years later, she returned to Granada to study at the internationally-renowned school Carmen de las Cuevas where she took private and group classes in technique and choreography, learning primarily from bailaora María la Manzanilla. Over the past several years, Sophia has also taught beginning and intermediate flamenco dance in Newport and Eugene.

A classically trained bassist, Bernardo Gomez is equally schooled in jazz and Latin music, and has a resume that includes work with Raul & Margarita, The Shanghai Woolies, Afincando, Raz, La Tropikana and Pura Vida. Darian Patrick is a composer, producer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Portland. Focusing on percussion, with training in classical and stage voice and bass guitar, Patrick performs a broad range of musical styles with particular focus on Black American and African diasporic traditions.

The “Voyages: Adventures in Music” series is sponsored by a grant from the TourWest program of Creative West (formerly WESTAF), funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as a Community Partnership Program grant from Explore Lincoln City. Lodging sponsorship is provided by the Holiday Inn Express in Lincoln City and the Berton Family Charitable Trust.

All seats in this year’s series are cabaret style, limited to 100. Band members often gather for merchandise and autographs in the back, not far from the counter where center volunteers sell Northwest beers and wines, along with sodas and freshly baked cookies. Parking is free. During intermission, patrons are welcome to wander the outdoor Plaza’s new public art installations, or the rotating exhibits in the Center’s indoor art galleries.

Discounted multi-show packages will be sold through will be sold through December. To learn more, call the box office at 541-994-9994 or use this direct link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?subscription=lccc

Single show tickets for all shows are on sale now at the Cultural Center, open from 10 am to 5 pm Wednesday through Sunday, by calling 541-994-9994, or through the Arts People ticket link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=lccc .

Here’s the schedule for “Voyages: Adventures in Music” concerts:

Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7 pm – Seffarine (International Flamenco Day)

Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7 pm – Ensemble Sangineto

Thursday, Jan. 23 at 7 pm -- Christine Tassan et les Imposteurs

Sunday, Feb. 16 at 2 pm – Windborne

Sunday, March 16 at 2 pm -- Gamelan Sari Pandhawa

Friday, April 25 at 7 pm – Barbra Lica

MORE INFORMATION ON THE SHOWS AND PERFORMERS, November 2024-April 2025

Saturday, Nov. 16 Seffarine & Friends, 7 pm

Celebrate International Flamenco Day, a day of "arte jondo" (deep art), with the Seffarine quartet. Seffarine, centered around soulful Moroccan vocals of Lamaie Naki and the flamenco guitar of Nat Hulskamp, return to the LCCC with a program of music and dance from the Mediterranean and Middle East. The concert will also feature Bernardo Gomez on bass and Darian Patrick on cajon/percussion, as well as Newport based flamenco dancer Sophia Solano. Direct ticket link here.

Wednesday, Dec. 4 Ensemble Sangineto, 7 pm

Ensemble Sangineto is an eclectic band which blends skillfully ancient harmonies and sonorities with modern rhythms. It’s a collaboration of twins Adriano and Caterina Sangineto, children of the well-known harp and psaltery maker Michele Sangineto, and guitarist and bouzouki player Jacopo Ventura. Direct ticket link here.

Thursday, Jan. 23 Christine Tassan et les Imposteurs, 7 pm

Pioneers in a domain usually reserved for men and precursors of the Gypsy jazz wave that swept across Quebec, this quartet led by guitarist Christine Tassan contintues to reinvent this timeless music while integrating new ideas and influences with originality and flair. With standards and new compositions, the Imposteures’ musical arrangements innovate, rejuvenate and leave room for unbridled creativity from four talented and accomplished musicians. Direct ticket link here .

Sunday, Feb. 16 Windborne, 2 pm

Sunday, March 16 Gamelan Sari Pandhawa, 2 pm

Gamelan Sari Pandhawa, a non-profit cultural organization based in Oregon, perform on bronze and wood instruments elegantly handcrafted and painted by master instrument makers in central Java. This group has been dedicated to the celebration of Javanese arts, music, dance and shadow puppetry since 1995. Direct ticket link here .

Friday, April 25 Barbra Lica, 7 pm

JUNO-nominated artist Barbra Lica is fast-rising Canadian vocalist and songwriter and has been receiving accolades for a unique approach that stresses subtlety, grace and storytelling. Based in Toronto, Barbra’s live show captivates audiences all over North America with her genuine warmth and confident stage presence. Direct ticket link here .

Kate Saunders and Ger Killeen: Branchings

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 01:08:14 GMT

Public reception set for 5-7 pm Friday, Nov. 15 in the Chessman Gallery

LINCOLN CITY - The next exhibit in the P.J. Chessman Gallery features two complementary artforms, kiln-formed glass by Kate Saunders and digital prints with augmented reality by Ger Killeen, combining to explore the latest scientific insights into natural forest communities which link above-ground and below-ground in vastly complex and surprising ways.

"Branchings" will open on Friday, Nov. 15, with a reception set for 5-7 pm, and will remain in place in the Chessman Gallery through Dec. 29. The virtual gallery tour will be posted on Facebook on Nov. 16.

Using images of plants, trees, fungi and animals native to the Oregon Coast forests, the artists try to reveal and communicate what Suzanne Simard calls “the beautiful structures and finely adapted languages of the forest network.” They are particularly interested in representing the energy and dynamism of these structures and their analogues in neural networks.

Saunders has long worked with natural images in glass, some of which she magnifies beyond easy recognition to produce a radically altered perspective on common forms. Killeen takes these images as well as his own digital prints as occasions for using augmented reality techniques to draw the viewer underneath the surface of the physical artworks, and down inside an imagined experience of the understory — literally the story or stories which pulse beneath.

All of the augmentations on the physical and digital artworks are easily viewable in the web browser of any mobile device, and need no special app to be viewed.

As an exhibition, ‘Branchings’ is designed to engage the visual, auditory, and tactile senses of gallery visitors, encouraging people to follow different branches of narrative as they move around the physical gallery space and peer inside the virtual world revealed through the portal of their mobile devices.

Visit the virtual exhibit here: https://artspaces.kunstmatrix.com/en/exhibition/13531815/branchings

Then come see the work in person!

Biographical Notes:

Kate Saunders works in kiln-formed glass and sculpture. In these works she has employed a unique process with her own photographs, using a photoresist technique to sandblast the images onto the glass and then rubbing enamels into the sandblasted areas to bring out the image. Her work has been shown at the Bullseye Gallery, Guardino Gallery, Mount Angel Library, Randolph New Hampshire Annual Exhibition, and Cannon Beach Gallery. She was a founding member of the Casbah Art Collective.

Ger Killeen is a poet, digital artist and filmmaker. He works with augmented reality, the aesthetics of data, as well as texts. His work has been exhibited at Digital Art Month in Paris, Web3 Gallery in Manhattan, The Hong Kong International AR Art Fair, Café Moskau Gallery in Berlin, and The Shoreditch Arts Club in London. His digital fashion won an award in 2022 at Paris Fashion Week. His short experimental film, "Mycelial Rhapsody," premiered at the 2023 Fungi Film Fest at Cinema 21 in Portland, Oregon in November 2023. His most recent book is "Ghost Topologies- Augmented Reality Poems."

The P.J. Chessman Gallery is located inside the Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101 in Lincoln City. Gallery hours are 10 am to 5 pm Wednesday through Sunday, and by appointment. For more information call 541-994-9994, head to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org, or connect with us on Facebook or Instagram.

We're hiring!

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 01:04:40 GMT

Program Director: Applications due by Nov. 15

POSITION: PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Posted on: October 30, 2024

The Cultural Center seeks a purpose-driven, arts-loving professional to manage our visual arts, performing arts and education programs. Well-organized and inspired by great systems, our Program Director will ensure the success of our exhibits, concerts, festivals, classes and educational outreach. Our growing nonprofit offers flexible scheduling, a family-friendly work environment and free yoga classes. Salary DOE. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to niki@lc-cc.org , or provide it in person at the Cultural Center office. Full information is below. The deadline is 5 pm on Friday, Nov. 15.

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PURPOSE OF POSITION : Under the supervision of the executive director, the Program Director provides support and management oversight of the mission-centric programs at the nonprofit Lincoln City Cultural Center.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

Oversee the administrative aspects of arts, culture, education and community programs, including budgeting and reporting;
Coordinate scheduling of Center’s spaces, staff and volunteers to ensure effective and safe delivery of events and programs;
Maintain communications channels (Google calendar, website, social media, posters, printed collateral) for internal and external Center users;
Serve as director in charge, during designated periods as well as emergencies;
Deliver one-time events and community programs, as needed, including planning, budgeting and execution;
Lead the work of the organization’s Cultural Advisory Committee, and coordinate the Center’s ongoing training in equity, inclusion and access.
Manage the Cultural Center’s volunteer program, providing impact and service to volunteers in programs across the organization;
Regularly evaluate program effectiveness and provide recommendations for areas of improvement, and,
Create monthly and annual reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Excellent organization skills, with a special talent for solving problems and improving organizational efficiency;
A friendly demeanor with a dedication to community building and customer service;
Basic proficiency in MS Word, cloud-based scheduling systems and social media platforms, and the willingness to learn new digital skills;
Experience in leading and managing people, including entry level staff and volunteers;
Strong communication skills in English, with relative comfort in public speaking;
An affinity for visual and performing arts and a belief in the power of the arts to change lives, as well as a general knowledge of the Cultural Center and its programs; and,
The capacity to perform job duties on site at the Cultural Center, including some nights and weekends.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

A bachelor’s degree (or above) in nonprofit management, arts administration or business;
Experience in arts management or an arts-related business;
Professional experience across cultures and languages; and,
High level of proficiency in cloud-based scheduling systems and database management.

OUR MISSION: The Lincoln City Cultural Center is a powerhouse of art and learning. We foster and cultivate meaningful connections, support artists, and build community.

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"Stretch" by High Fiber Diet opens Oct. 18

krista@lc-cc.org (Krista Eddy) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 23:59:15 GMT

"Stretch" by High Fiber Diet open through Dec. 29

Lincoln City -- This Friday, Oct. 18, the Cultural Center's Fiber Arts Studio Gallery will open a new exhibit: "Stretch." It features the latest design challenge from a group called High Fiber Diet, a branch of the Columbia Fiber Arts Guild. You're invited to see the work, meet the artists and enjoy nibbles and wine, at the reception from 5 to 7 pm.

The show will remain in place through Dec. 29. Gallery hours are 10 am to 5 pm, Wednesday through Sunday, and by appointment.

High Fiber Diet, part of the Columbia Fiber Arts Guild (CFG), offers artists a place to gather, exchange ideas, and learn about high standards of design, color and workmanship in the fiber arts.

The group of artists that make up High Fiber Diet challenge themselves to constantly push the borders of fiber arts. This exhibit, “Stretch” is just the latest example of their dedication to expanding the boundaries or their art form as they “stretch” their imaginations. They put forth creativity to the extreme and the unexpected within a wide variety of subject matter, both representational and abstract.

The FASG is located inside the Lincoln City Cultural Center is at 540 NE Hwy. 101 inside the historic Delake School. For more information call 541-994-9994, head to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org, or connect with us on Facebook or Instagram. *****

Voyages: Adventures in Music continues Oct. 27 with matinee performance of "Devi"

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 23:35:26 GMT

"Devi: Goddess Within Me" on stage at 2 pm Sunday, Oct. 27

Lincoln City, OR – With the generous support of Explore Lincoln City and the Holiday Inn Express, the Cultural Center is embarking on a voyage. They’re seeking new music, traditions and genres from around the world, and you’re invited to come along. The Center’s new series is called “Voyages: Adventures in Music,” and it continues at 2 pm on Sunday, Oct. 27, with a performance of Jayanthi Raman’s “Devi: Goddess Within Me.”

“Goddess Within Me” is an explorative Indian dance production that endeavors to illuminate the paradox of femininity by skillfully navigating the blurred boundaries between the revered figure of the Goddess and the lived experiences of women in today's society. This contemporary dance production is grounded on Indian classical traditional dance form Bharatha Natyam from South India, the athletic Chau classical dance from North India, and folk dances which lend themselves to innovation. Featuring company repertoire dancers, with lead dancer and choreographer Jayanthi Raman, and visiting international male and female dancers from Delhi and Chennai, the production features original music score and poetry drawn from ancient and contemporary poets.

The dance production features dance narrators in English - who will be miming Indian dance movements to English script - so easily accessible by all audience members - this happens through the dance as a narrative through the dance. It is suitable for all ages.

The Voyages series will continue, with one show per month, through April 2025. Reserved seats are $30 adults, $27 seniors and $15 youth. Cultural Center membership discounts and complimentary tickets will apply. For details, call 541-994-9994.

Series Schedule

Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2 pm – Jayanthi Raman’s “Devi: Goddess Within Me”

Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7 pm – Seffarine (International Flamenco Day)

Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 7 pm – Ensemble Sangineto

Thursday, Jan. 23 at 7 pm -- Christine Tassan et les Imposteurs

Sunday, Feb. 16 at 2 pm – Windborne

Sunday, March 16 at 2 pm -- Gamelan Sari Pandhawa

Friday, April 25 at 7 pm – Barbra Lica

MORE INFORMATION ON THE SHOWS AND PERFORMERS

Sunday, Oct. 27 Jayanthi Raman’s “Devi: Goddess Within Me,” 2 pm

This contemporary dance production is grounded on Indian classical traditional dance form Bharatha Natyam from South India, the athletic Chau classical dance from North India, and folk dances which lend itself to innovation seamlessly. Featuring company repertoire dancers, with lead dancer/choreographer Jayanthi Raman, and visiting international male and female dancers from Delhi and Chennai, the production features original music score and poetry drawn from ancient and contemporary poets. Direct ticketing link here.

Saturday, Nov. 16 Seffarine, 7 pm

Wednesday, Dec. 4 Ensemble Sangineto, 7 pm

Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 Christine Tassan et les Imposteurs, 7 pm

Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025 Windborne, 2 pm

Sunday, March 16, 2025 Gamelan Sari Pandhawa, 2 pm

Friday, April 25, 2025 Barbra Lica, 7 pm

Lincoln City Winter Arts Festival Nov29-Nov30

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:44:24 GMT

Lincoln City Winter Arts Festival Nov 29-30

Mark your calendars for the third annual Lincoln City Winter Art Festival, sponsored by the Lincoln City SeaGals, set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 and 30, at the Cultural Center.

The festival, now in its third year, will fill the halls of the center with festive food, art and music on Thanksgiving Weekend. Show hours are noon to 6 pm on Friday, Nov. 29, and 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday, Nov. 30. Admission and parking are free.

The public is invited to browse through 30 local and regional artists in blown and stained glass, pottery, sculptures, oil and acrylic painters, fiber arts, metal art, driftwood art, jewelry, photography and more. The Cultural Center's Chessman Gallery and the Fiber Art Studio will be open as well as artist studios located downstairs.

On Friday, the Lincoln City Cultural Center will host additional holiday activities, including the Ornament Make 'n Take station, downstairs from 3 to 5 pm, and the performance of the Sweet Adelines choir and the tree lighting countdown (with a visit from Santa) at 5 pm.

The festival music schedule will begin with The Foulweather Friends playing Friday afternoon from 1-3 pm. The Foulweather Friends is an outgrowth of the Foulweather String Band which has been a part of the central coast music community for many years. With Steve Johnson on guitar and banjo, and fiddlers Karen Johnson and Amy Barrow, the trio's compass is drawn to old timely tunes and songs, often incorporating Celtic influences and producing a rootsy comfortable listening experience.

On Saturday, shoppers can enjoy the work of “Guitar Bobby” Wentz, a local favorite, from 10am- noon. Hang around and spend the afternoon to the fun music of Lincoln City's own Richard Paris.

The fabulous Food Cafe will have Phill's Smok/n/Grill BBQ , with finger licking good BBQ and sides. Those with a sweet tooth can shop the Bakery Babes Bake Sale with the best homemade goodies made by the Lincoln City SeaGals.

The SeaGals are also hosting two raffles. The first drawing will be for a carved creation by artist James Lukinich of James L Creations LLC. The second raffle offers the chance to win donated art by the festival's talented vendors. Raffles will begin at 3pm on Saturday. You need not be present to win.

Tibetan Nuns in residence Oct. 10-15

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 17:45:22 GMT

Sand mandala, cultural events offered at the Cultural Center

Lincoln City, OR – The first-ever U.S. tour by a group of Tibetan nuns will come to the Lincoln City Cultural Center Oct. 10 through 15. Their residency week will include the creation of the Avalokiteshvara Sand Mandala, and a number of Tibetan cultural events, workshops, talks, and ceremonies.

The highlight of the visit by the Tibetan nuns of Jangchub Choeling to Lincoln City is the creation of the Avalokiteshvara Sand Mandala in the Cultural Center auditorium. It will take four to five days to complete, and is a colorful and meticulously hand-created piece of sacred Tibetan art representing Avalokiteshvara (Chrenrezig in Tibetan), the Bodhisattva (or “Great Being”) of Compassion. The Dalai Lama himself is said to be the reincarnation of Chenrezig. The completed mandala will be a symbolic depiction of a celestial palace, filled with sacred symbols from Tibetan culture, including animals, trees, geometric designs, and a portrait of Avalokiteshvara.

Unlike some other forms of “sand painting,” the Tibetan sand mandalas have a brocade-like design with a three-dimensional quality. The nuns use narrow metal funnels, identical to the ancient tools used for at least a millennium in Tibet. The funnels are then vibrated by the nuns, using a special metal rod so that the fine lines of colored sand can be carefully “painted” into the mandala.

The week of events will begin at 6 pm on Thursday, Oct. 10, with an opening purification ceremony. The nuns will work on the sand mandala from 9 am to 4 pm on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (Oct. 11-15) in the Cultural Center auditorium. The public is invited to come and observe this meditative process of the mandala’s creation throughout the visit.

While the nuns are here, they’ll also be offering several other Tibetan cultural events, including a Tibetan Cultural Night on Saturday, Oct. 12, which will feature the sacred Dakini Dance, a ritual dance that until recently was only performed by Tibetan monks. Also on the Cultural Night program is the “Chod Ceremony" for removing of inner and outer obstacles featuring classic Tibetan Buddhist chanting and ceremony, followed by a Q& A and slideshow with the nuns about their history and life in Tibet, their perilous journey across the Himalayas to exile in India after the Chinese invasion in 1959, and the recent creation of an order of Tibetan nuns and “Geshemas” (or senior teachers) alongside the large Tibetan monasteries of the monks.

Other events during the week include the “White Tara Empowerment Ceremony” at 6 pm on Friday, Oct. 11, a meditation workshop at 10 am on Saturday (Oct. 12) and a talk on “Who is Green Tara?”, another important figure in Tibetan Buddhism, at 6 pm on Sunday, Oct. 13.

On the final evening of their visit – 5 pm on Tuesday, Oct. 15 -- the nuns will conduct the Dissolution Ceremony for the finished sand mandala. The ritual “dissolution,” in which the completed mandala is ritually swept up and carried to the ocean, symbolizes the impermanence of all created things, a fundamental teaching of Tibetan Buddhism. The public is invited to come and celebrate with the nuns this beautiful week of cultural exchange and sharing.

All events are walk-up and by suggested donation. All proceeds benefit directly the Jangchub Choeling nuns' medical care in India.

This is the first-ever full tour in the United States by a group of Tibetan nuns, and is part of a year-long visit that has brought the nuns to Boston, Minneapolis, Chicago, and NYC. The tour group includes four Tibetan nuns, one of whom is a “Geshema,” the highest degree awarded in the Tibetan monastic universities.

Thanks to the efforts of Tibetan women who aspired to become nuns, and to the efforts of the Dalai Lama, the order of Tibetan nuns was re-established in the last 1980s, and Geshema degrees awarded to nuns only in the past decade. However, there is still a lack of facilities, as well as qualified female teachers amongst the nuns, and thus the nunneries work in close cooperation and support from the various Tibetan monasteries and colleges in exile in India.

The nuns are also offering house, business, and land blessings while they’re here, as well as personal blessings and healings. For more information, contact LC Friends of Tibet at 530-748-9365 or email LincolnCountyTibet@gmail.com .

This visit and residency are presented by Lincoln County Friends of Tibet in cooperation with the Lincoln City Cultural Center. Lincoln County Friends of Tibet also hosted the recent visit by the Gaden Shartse Tibetan monks to Newport back in June.

All funds raised during the visit go directly for the medical care and medical facilities for the nuns at Jangchub Choeling Nunnery in the Tibetan Refugee Zone in Mundgod, India.

For more information and a complete schedule, go to:

https://LincolnCity-CulturalCenter.org or https://LCFriendsofTibet.org or email: LincolnCountyTibet@gmail.com ; phone: 530-748-9365. More information can also be found on Facebook: LCFriendsofTibet.

Yoga for All? That's not a stretch, thanks to New Moon Yoga

niki@lc-cc.org (Niki Price) — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:18:17 GMT

Food, music and 108 Sun Salutations

Lincoln City, OR – The new outdoor spaces at the Lincoln City Cultural Plaza have experienced a lot of “firsts” in the six months since they opened to the public. The first farmers’ market, the first live music, the first chalk art and more. On July 20, the Plaza will have another inauguration, when the teachers of New Moon Yoga will lead a group practice of 108 Sun Salutations – and they’re extending an invitation to the community to join in.

The activity will be the start of New Moon Yoga Day, a celebration of the affordable, accessible yoga that New Moon Yoga (a program of the nonprofit Lincoln City Cultural Center) makes available six days a week. Events are scheduled from 10 am to 3 pm, both outside on the Plaza and inside at the Cultural Center, at 540 NE Hwy 101 in Lincoln City.

Why 108 Sun Salutations? Brady Jansen, yoga instructor and manager of the studio, said: “This auspicious meditative practice is meant to propel us (as individuals and collectively as community) toward expansion and prosperity.”

“The number 108 holds significance in Hinduism and Buddhism, and Indian culture generally, and is considered auspicious,” she said.

Do participants have to complete all 108 sun salutations? No, of course not, she said.

“As you move through this repetitive practice, observe and listen to your body. If you get too tired, simply stop and sit down,” said Jansen. “I would invite participants to approach this, and yoga generally, with openness and curiosity, and try not to be bound by expectation.”

And the Sun Salutation? There are many versions of this pose sequence, but on July 20 the New Moon Yoga instructors will be using the short, simple Surya Namaskar A, from the ashtanga practice. On the morning of July 20, participants will gather in front of the Lincoln City Cultural Center along the poetry path. At 10 am, instructors will offer a brief demonstration and some guidance. The 108 Sun Salutations will take roughly 90 minutes to complete, and the event will conclude with about 15 minutes of collective stillness and meditation. Participants may bring their own yoga mats or borrow from the studio’s inventory.

All members of the community, including visiting yogis or curious potential “New Mooners,” are welcome to participate in New Moon Yoga Day. There will be food, music, children’s activities and a silent auction inside the building. Craft projects for kids will be available in the art room from 10am-1pm. At 1pm in the auditorium, the band Your Song My Song (Eric and Jamie Lee Hart) will play funky music about taking care of the planet for all ages. At 2 pm, the studio will host a gentle, restorative yoga class, with admission by donation. All proceeds and donations collected during the day will go toward the upkeep of the studio, and its goal of universal access to yoga and its benefits.

“New Moon Yoga has endeavored to provide affordable, quality yoga classes for the community for the past 10 years. Since classes resumed after the Plaza construction, the growth in students and classes has been tremendous,” Jansen said. “It’s New Moon Yoga’s goal, moving forward, to expand our presence in the community via a full schedule of classes, events and workshops, so that we may help more people discover the gift of yoga.”

New Moon Yoga is accepting monetary, tax-deductible donations as well as in-kind donations for the July 20 silent auction. To learn more, contact studio manager Brady Jansen, brady@lc-cc.org .

To learn more about the studio schedule or sign up for a class, head to: https://lincolncity-culturalcenter.org/new-moon-yoga/

Ahoy! Set sail for “Treasure Island” July 22

jason@lc-cc.org (Jason Corso) — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:18:13 GMT

Free theatre experience for Lincoln City youth

Lincoln City, OR – A bounty of summer creativity awaits for local kids and families at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. The Center’s annual youth theatre day camp is sailing into view, and this year’s production is a longtime favorite: a musical adaptation of the classic adventure tale, “Treasure Island.” Auditions will begin promptly at 10 am on Monday, July 22, at the Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101.

Among the roles to be cast are Jim Hawkins, his mother and sisters, a rollicking Pirate Crew, Jim’s Ruffian friends, seacoast Mariners, shining Treasures, a mysterious Stranger, and cuddly Gulls. Students entering grades 1 through 12 are encouraged to audition.

No advance preparation or pre-registration is necessary. Assistant Directors will also be cast to aid in rehearsals throughout the week and to take on essential backstage responsibilities. There are roles for up to 64 youth in this production, led by a dynamic duo of touring directors from Missoula Children’s Theatre, Leila Abou-Jaoude and Zoey Paulson.

All the roles will be cast at the end of the first day’s audition on July 22. Participants will be assigned their parts and provided with a rehearsal schedule. Rehearsals will take place from 12:30-2:30 Monday and from 10 am to 2:30 pm Tuesday through Friday.

And, just in case that’s not enough drama for all these aspiring actors, directors Leyla and Zoey will also be offering extra workshops from 2:45 to 3:30 pm for three days of the residence week. There will be a stage movement class on Tuesday (July 23), a “Behind the Scenes” design workshop on Wednesday (July 24), and “Acting and Improv” on Thursday (July 25). These experiences are also free.

The week will end with two performances of “Treasure Island,” at 3 pm and 5:30 pm on Saturday, July 27. General admission tickets are $16 for adults, $14 for seniors and students, $8 for youth ages 6-18 and free for kids ages 5 and younger. Pre-sale tickets and credit card sales at the door will be subject to a $2 per ticket fee. The tickets are on sale now at this link.

This will be the 19 th summer that the Cultural Center has hosted the “Little Red Truck” and its touring directors from Missoula Children’s Theatre.

“It’s thanks to our donors and members, local service clubs, the business community of Lincoln City – and of course the work of all those parents and grandparents — that we are able to provide this experience free of charge,” said Cultural Center director Niki Price. “This year’s production is supported by the Walter Behrens Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation and the Geary Family. If you’d like to help or donate, please give us a call.”

About Missoula Children’s Theatre

The Missoula Children’s Theatre, the nation’s largest touring children’s theatre, has been touring extensively for more than 40 years now from Montana to Japan, and will visit nearly 1,200 communities this year with up to 44 teams of Tour Actor/Directors.

A tour team arrives in town with a set, lights, costumes, props and make-up, everything it takes to put on a play … except the cast. The team holds an open audition and casts 50-60 local students to perform in the production. The show is rehearsed throughout the week and two public performances are presented on Saturday.

This educational project offers youth the chance to expand their creativity, social skills, goal achievement, communication skills and self-esteem. MCT’s mission is the development of life skills in children, through participation in the performing arts.

About the “Treasure Island” directors

The young actors taking part in the MCT production of “Treasure Island” in Lincoln City will be led by these touring directors:

Leila Abou-Jaoude

Leila’s performance credits include the Baker’s Wife in “Into the Woods,” Marjorie/Crissy U/S in “Hair,” and the title role in an original musical she wrote about German Romantic concert pianist and composer Clara Schumann. She earned her BA in music from Princeton University and MM in vocal performance from Boston University.

Zoey Paulson

A Minnesota native, Zoey began dancing at the age of two and entertaining at the age of 11. Her work has been seen professionally at the Guthrie Theatre, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, The Minnesota Opera, Stages Theatre Company, and the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. She recently received her BFA in musical theatre from LIU Post on Long Island.

Plaza Palooza to celebrate new installations

Sat, 18 May 2024 00:56:00 GMT

Lincoln City, OR – The Lincoln City Cultural Center is thrilled to announce the Plaza Palooza, a family-friendly event celebrating the newest installations on the Plaza, set for Saturday, May 25th from 1-3 PM.

The community is invited to bring their families and enjoy a delightful afternoon filled with fun activities. Children will be captivated by stories read with Kiwanis Club of Lincoln City on Gary the Octopus’ bench and can get creative with a Plaza-themed coloring book and sidewalk chalk.

A highlight of the event will be the dedication of the Kiwanis Outdoor Art Classroom, featuring the Gary the Octopus bench by Dreamland Skateparks, LLC and “Nearshore,” a series of tidepool-inspired porcelain tile mosaics by local artist Joanne Daschel. Daschel will give an insightful artist talk, sharing the inspirations behind her mosaics that entwine with Gary’s tentacles.

The celebration will begin with a dedication ceremony to honor the community members who generously sponsored benches and trees on the Plaza, as well as crucial project funders: the Roundhouse Foundation, the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund, and the Pacific Northwest Kiwanis Foundation. Guests are encouraged to discover and read the plaques marking these contributions, expressing our gratitude for their support.

Join us for an afternoon of art, community, and celebration. Cake and lemonade will be served. This outdoor event is free and open to all.

Event schedule:

1PM – Bench and tree sponsor plate reveals

1:30PM – Kiwanis Outdoor Art Classroom dedication ceremony

2:00PM — Storytime with Kiwanis Club on Gary the Octopus

2:30 – Joanne Daschel “Nearshore” artist talk

Matheny Plays Mancini on May 10

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:52:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – On May 10, you and all your huckleberry friends are invited to celebrate the 100 ^th birthday of the legendary American composer Henry Mancini. Dmitry Matheny and his band will be playing new arrangements of Mancini’s classic hits like Moon River, Charade, Dreamsville, Slow Hot Wind (Lujon), Pink Panther, Days of Wine and Roses, Touch of Evil, Two For The Road, Romeo & Juliet (A Time For Us), Mr. Lucky , and Peter Gunn .

The concert will begins at 7 pm Friday, May 10, at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101 inside the historic Delake School. Doors open at 6:30.

The concert will feature Matheny on flugelhorn along with Adam Harris (saxophones), Joe Bagg (piano), Eric Gruber (bass) and Michael Raynor (drums). Reserved seats are on sale now at the Cultural Center, 541-994-9994, www.lincolncity-culturalcenter.org . Cultural Center membership discounts and complimentary tickets will apply.

“Mancini is my hero,” says bandleader Dmitri Matheny, “not just for his award-winning scores and orchestrations, but because of his unparalleled gift for songcraft. There’s nothing like a Mancini melody! Wistful, whimsical, romantic, or sinister, his songs always deliver.”

“An all-star jazz band featuring some of the most accomplished musicians in the western United States” (All About Jazz) , the Dmitri Matheny Group is beloved for their crowd-pleasing performances of lyrical originals and timeless classics. This season’s Mancini showcase promises to be one of their most popular programs yet.

Winner of NW Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year honors in the Seattle Earshot Golden Ear Awards, flugelhornist Dmitri Matheny has been lauded as “one of the most emotionally expressive improvisers of his generation” (International Review of Music). An honors graduate of Berklee College of Music, Dmitri Matheny vaulted onto the jazz scene in the 1990s as the protégé of jazz legend Art Farmer. Since then he has garnered critical acclaim and a loyal international following, releasing twelve CDs and touring extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. The San Francisco Chronicle calls Matheny “one of the jazz world’s most talented horn players.”

About Henry Mancini

During his lifetime, Henry Mancini was nominated for a whopping 72 Grammy Awards – he won 20. He was nominated for 18 Academy Awards (winning four) and two Emmy Awards, as well as a Golden Globe.

Mancini created many iconic film scores including Breakfast at Tiffany’s, The Pink Panther, The Days of Wine and Roses, Hatari, Victor/Victoria and 10 . He also wrote for several television films including The Thorn Birds and Shadow Box , as well as themes like Peter Gunn, Mr. Lucky, NBC Election Night Theme, Newhart, Remington Steele and Hotel . He recorded over 90 albums with styles varying from Big Band and jazz to classical and pop. Eight of them were certified gold by The Recording Industry Association of America.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on April 16, 1924, Mancini was introduced to music by his father and the flute at the age of eight by his father, Quinto, an avid flutist. Henry later took up piano and within a few years became interested in arranging. HIs studies at New York’s Julliard School of Music were interrupted in 1943 when he was drafted, leading to overseas service in the Air Force and the infantry. Upon his discharge he joined The Glenn Miller-Tex Beneke Orchestra and began his long career as a performer and arranger. Mancini died in 1994.

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR 97367. For inquiries or ticketing, visit lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call the office at 541-994-9994.

One-day Fundamentals of Yoga workshop April 27

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:18:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – New Moon Yoga, a program of the nonprofit Lincoln City Cultural Center, has announced two new educational opportunities for curious and aspiring yogis. Both will be held at the New Moon Yoga Studio, inside the Center at 540 NE Hwy. 101 in Lincoln City. Pre-registration is recommended.

Saturday, April 27 Fundamentals of Yoga
Two-Part Workshop (9:30-11:30 am, 1:30-3:30 pm), $25 for both

Taught by Portland’s highly regarded yoga scholar and instructor Casey Palmer, in two 120-minute sessions open to both experienced yogis and beginners interested in the practice and philosophy of the yoga tradition.

The morning class, 9:30 am-11:30 am, will focus on yoga asanas (postures) and vinyasa (linking breath to movement). The afternoon session, 1:30-3:30 pm, will consist of a discussion of yoga philosophy, including the principles embodied in yoga’s basic text, the 2000-year-old Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Chai and light refreshments will be served. Both sessions will take place at the Cultural Center’s New Moon yoga studio,

Fee for both sessions is $25. Those who wish to take only the afternoon session may attend on a donation-only basis. All fees and donations will help compensate the instructor and reimburse his travel expenses.

Casey Palmer is the founder of Near East Yoga, which has served as Portland, Oregon’s foremost “shala” for the practice of Mysore-style Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga for the past 20 years. Palmer’s yoga studies began in 1996 and his deep interest in its teachings led him to explore a variety of related fields, from Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism to Eastern astrology, to western yoga and its paths of self-inquiry. Palmer teaches yoga philosophy, which can be dense and often inaccessibly esoteric, in a relatable and humanistic way and his guidance in the physical practices of yoga are also geared toward finding meaning beyond appearances and physical prowess. He is known for his warm presence, thoughtful instruction, and for fostering deep and honest discourse in his classes and workshops.

Although walk-ins will be accommodated as much as possible, workshop capacity is limited and advance registration is suggested to secure a spot. To register, go to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org/new-moon-yoga .

Sundays, April 28-May 26 Beginner Yoga Series, 3 pm

Five 75-minute sessions held every Sunday at 3 pm, $65 for full series or $15 drop-in

In this series, taught by Brady Jansen and Reanna Shaw, students can learn the skills they need to safely and confidently practice yoga in a class, at home or online. Jansen and Shaw, both experienced and certified instructors at New Moon Yoga, will teach yogic breathing, concentration and meditation techniques. The instructors will thoroughly explain how to perform the most common postures, as well as terminology, benefits, types of yoga, and a bit of history and philosophy for context. Students stand to gain a broader understanding of yoga and will be prepared to take on yoga as a practice.

Pre-registration for the Beginner Yoga Series is recommended because studio space is limited. Register at lincolncity-culturalcenter/new-moon-yoga, email brady@lc-cc.org , or by phone at 541-994-9994.

Surftides Hotel Festival of Illusions opens March 23

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 01:29:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – This spring break will be a whip-cracking, art-making, balloon-twisting, mesmerizing and appetizing good time at the beach, thanks to the 2024 Surftides Hotel Festival of Illusions at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. This family-friendly, weatherproof festival will offer magic, art, ventriloquism, juggling, circus tricks and more, with daytime and evening events for every budget, from March 23 to 30.

This annual beach vacation tradition is sponsored by Amy Graham, Taylor & Taylor Realty Co., the Oregon Coast Council for the Arts and Surftides Hotel Lincoln City. Reserved tickets are on sale now.

This year’s lineup includes four festival debuts, including Canadian ventriloquist Michael Harrison (March 26) and the inspiring father-son duo of Lucky Luke (and Levi) Hammer (March 24), and the return of favorites like Mz. Pearl’s Variety Show (March 27) and Alex Zerbe the Zaniac (March 28). Each evening show will be different from the last. See full schedule for event dates, time and ticket prices.

There will be plenty to do in the daytime, as well. In addition to Krista Eedy’s famous Magic Art Studio, the Cultural Center will also host the Boredom Busting Balloon class and a Cookie Decorating Workshop. There will be a sale of “magic gear” and a Hogwarts Lego Castle on display, and a visit from the Oregon Coast Art Bus. The Shaky Grounds Cafe, a pop-up escape room about emergency preparedness, will be on site and open for business March 23 through March 26.

Families can even take a little of the magic home: Themed Art Kits, made by a team of volunteers and the LCCC Artistic Director Krista Eddy, will be available while supplies last. Members of the public are invited to “shop” the art kit room, located next to Margaret’s Meeting Room, upstairs at the LCCC. Art Kits are by donation — pay what you can and enjoy crafting with the little ones in your life.

While you’re at the Center, check out the new outdoor art installations of the Cultural Plaza. If the weather is nice, you can head out to give Pete Beeman’s abstract “Poppy” a push, read the new poem on the Poetry Path, or play a tune on the Harmony Notes instruments. The Center will also be hosting a new exhibit, “Vivid Existence” by Riley Hoagland, in the Chessman Gallery. It will be open during the special Festival of Illusions hours, 10am to 5 pm daily, March 23-30.

The Festival of Illusions was founded in 2011 to provide affordable family entertainment during Oregon’s public school spring break.

“It’s always exciting to welcome new talent to our annual spring break fun fest,” said LCCC Executive Director Niki Price. “I can’t wait to see Commander Salamander Super Circus Sideshow, The American Mystifier and Luke and Levi Hammer – and our first ventriloquist in 12 years of Festival of Illusions. But I also love to see favorites like Heather Pearl, Alex Zerbe and David Lichtenstein, back to entertain our audiences once again!”

For the full schedule and other information, head to this page. To reserve your seats, cruise on over to our ticketing site. The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR 97367. The LCCC galleries will be open 10am – 5pm throughout the festival week. For inquiries or ticketing, visit lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call the office at 541-994-9994.

“Vivid Existence” by Riley Hoagland

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:35:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY — The Chessman Gallery, inside the Lincoln City Cultural Center, is pleased to bring you an exciting new exhibit by Riley Hoagland entitled “Vivid Existence.” The public is invited to the opening reception with the artist, 5-7 pm on Friday, Feb. 16. A virtual gallery tour will be posted on the Cultural Center’s Facebook page on Saturday, Feb. 17.

In this inaugural show, Riley Hoagland brings bold colors, overline work and symmetry to art. A professional inventor, woodworker and sewist, Riley pulls together multifaceted visions to create “Vivid Existence.” This show includes large paintings featuring dazzling patterns, which can be viewed using 3-D glasses, and a large fabric installation.

Riley began his career in the arts in 2016 after letting go of the thought “I’m not an artist.” He found a handmade wooden box containing 30 paints on a walk, left just outside a dumpster. Shortly thereafter, created his “Six Year Series” painted on the back of his successful 2016 political campaign banner. The idea to use diffraction glasses came by way of a visiting friend who looked at that series and saw the 3D effect.

Riley has served his community as a volunteer since 2011. As the first Planning Commissioner and a City Councilor of color, his experiences have rippled into the installation art piece of “Vivis Existence,” symbolizing connection and the power that connection and understanding can bring to a community or an individual. He credits the beauty of the Oregon Coast as his main inspiration.

The Chessman Gallery is located inside the Lincoln City Cultural Center, at 540 NE Hwy. 101 in Lincoln City. The center and its public galleries are open 10am to 5pm Wednesday through Sunday, and by appointment. For more information call 541-994-9994, head to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org, or become a friend on Facebook.

Double the fun: Two new exhibits

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:25:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – Ring in the holiday season with joy and beauty at the Cultural Center, where we will be celebrating new works by three Oregon Coast artists: Sandy Roumagoux, Liz Fox and Janet Webster. Please join us for a festive artists’ reception on Friday, Dec. 1, from 5-7 pm. Combine your trip with a visit to the partner reception across NE Sixth Street, at the Pacific Artists Alliance and Artists Studio Association.

Chessman Gallery: “Between the Tides”

This exhibit features two prominent Oregon Coast artists creating work that interprets the estuaries and tidal flats in the Lincoln County area, making statements about the bounty, beauty and fragility of these places.

This collection of paintings by Sandy Roumagoux were all completed during 2023, exploring the estuaries and tidal flats along the Siletz, Yaquina, Beaver Creek and 10 Mile rivers in Lincoln County. She painted these places during high tides, low tides and moments in between. She is fascinated by this area where the fresh water and sea water meet and the life it fosters. Capturing the essence of this magical space in painting has been an adventure that she has thoroughly enjoyed.

All of the paintings are oil and are on stretched canvas. After painting for over 50 years, Roumagoux continues to be fascinated by the process of putting paint on a canvas to interpret what she sees and feels about the landscape. Her love of the Oregon Coast and especially Lincoln County continues to be a source of inspiration.

Liz Fox has lived on the Oregon coast for most of her life and has navigated a sea of careers since graduating with a Soil Science degree from OSU in 1980. Retiring as a high school librarian in 2020, she’s been a full-time potter ever since — diving into the riptide she’s waded in for over 40 years. Liz and her marine biologist husband, Dave, have two amazing children and three unruly dogs, and live on a former tideland between Newport and Toledo.

Her work is driven by a desire to connect and communicate. She has chosen sculpture and functional forms to convey the wonder and fragility of our ecosystems. Pieces created for this show focus mainly on our estuarine and marine environments. Her “creature feature” sheds light on the importance of key species that will help us turn the tide of ecosystem degradation.

Fiber Arts Studio Gallery: “Pieced Observations”

Janet Webster finds that working with fabric exercises her intuitive side as well as the more logical; construction requires thought while design needs inspiration. She started as a weaver years ago and then moved to quilting as she found she wanted to work more directly with color and fabric. She’s never been comfortable with the precision of traditional quilting, preferring to follow her own approach to work with color and form, choosing curved lines and organic shapes to the rigorously geometric.

Fabric is multi-faceted in terms of texture, color, weight, and reflectivity lending itself to combinations that are not quite collage but also not quilts. Inspired by the work of Nancy Crow, she has taught herself how to work with curves and created fabrics. In recent years, she has also been experimented with mono-printing creating backgrounds for stitching.

The work in this exhibit falls into several groups:

-Inspirations from certain fabrics such as silk and cotton kimono cloth that came from a friend’s old jacket;

-Explorations of the basket weave pattern in pieces (the artist adds: “perhaps I’m the only one that sees the pattern”);

-Variations on a landscape created from the same four pattern pieces in different colors and stitching; and,

-Ruminations on family using old photographs transferred to fabric.

Janet is an Oregonian, born and raised in Portland and living in Lincoln County since 1976. She worked for over 25 years as the librarian at the Hatfield Marine Science Center. Currently, she live on the Newport Bayfront and enjoy the spatial layers of the water, the town, the boats and the sky.

Also on display right now in the shelving area of the Fiber Arts Studio/Gallery are the magnificent gourds painted and adorn by Jane Wilson.

Both shows will be on display through the end of December at the Lincoln City Cultural Center, at 540 NE Hwy. 101 in Lincoln City. Galleries are open from 10 to 5 Wednesday through Sunday, and by appointment. For more information call 541-994-9994, head to lincolncity-culturalcenter.org, or become a friend on Facebook.

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Welcome the holidays at the Cultural Center

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:36:00 GMT

Holiday kickoff event returns: Tree Lighting Party at the LCCC

LINCOLN CITY – After a summer and fall full of construction, Lincoln City Cultural Center is counting its blessings. One of them is the new Plaza parking lot, which is ready and waiting for the center’s annual gift to the community, the Tree Lighting Party. The fun will begin at noon on Friday, Nov. 24, the day after Thanksgiving.

This free public event will launch the Lincoln City holiday season with a Make-n-Take Ornament Workshop, the reindeer photo booth, complimentary cookies, carols by the Sweet Adelines, the illumination of the community tree and a visit from Santa. Admission and parking are free.

Friday activities will begin at noon with a family ornament making workshop, downstairs in the Makers Place at the Lincoln City Cultural Center. At 4:30 pm, crowds will gather in the auditorium and hallway for singalong carols with the Sweet Adelines and the festive countdown. Santa Claus is scheduled to arrive immediately afterwards at about 5 pm.

This year’s community tree, installed in a new dedicated sleeve in front of the historic Delake entrance, was donated by Brett Hagedorn of Big Foot Christmas Trees in Dallas. It was transported free of charge by Joe Moore from the Marion/Polk Chapter of Oregon Small Woodlands Association. It was erected by crews from Cascade Civil Corp., on site to build the Plaza, and decorated by the Cultural Center’s visual arts director, Krista Eddy.

This annual event is made possible by the Morgan Family of Kenny’s IGA, who will be providing the festive holiday cookies, and Joe Speer, our key volunteer in red. Weather permitting, the tree will be illuminated every evening through the month of December, on the northwest lawn of the LCCC. For more information or to volunteer, contact Judy at 541-994-9994.

LINCOLN CITY ART FESTIVAL

Also this weekend at the Cultural Center: The Lincoln City Art Festival, a festive event featuring 32 vendors, live music, drawings and a café. The festival hours are noon to 6 pm Friday, Nov. 24, and 10 am to 4 pm Saturday, Nov. 25. Admission and parking are free.

Friday’s music schedule will feature “Guitar Bobby Wentz at noon, followed by Chris Baron and Two Secrets at 2:30 pm. On Saturday, enjoy The Tiger Ghost Show with Dave and Ben Wentz at 10 am, and The Greg Ernst Trio at 12:30 pm.

Stop by the raffle table to see a variety of prizes, including art donated by vendors and the grand prize, “Crabby” the Bear, a bear carved out of old growth redwood by local artist James Lukinich. Drawings will be held on the 25 ^th at 3 pm. Need not be present to win.

For more information about the Lincoln City Arts Festival, contact organizer Shelley Shandra, lincolncityartfestival@yahoo.com or 860-307-1898.

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Lincoln City! Activate the Plaza Nov. 18

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – On Saturday, Nov. 18, arts lovers and culture fans will be gathering at the Lincoln City Cultural Center for a special occasion: the activation of the newly completed Cultural Plaza project. After five years of fundraising and nine months of construction, the Plaza’s art installations, accessible pathways and pedestrian friendly spaces are ready for the community to enjoy. Those who attend will be among the first to “activate” the Plaza, through arts activities scheduled from 11 am to 3 pm.

The Cultural Plaza Activation Party schedule will include a grand ribbon cutting, musical performances, dancing, art-making, and complimentary lunch and beverages – and the first reading of “Why They Came,” the original community poem written for the Poetry Path. This will be a family friendly event with free entertainment and activities enjoyable for guests of all ages.

The celebration will occur rain or shine, with plans to move indoors if the weather is not ideal. The Cultural Center will be giving out free Plaza-themed merch and lunch, courtesy of NW Natural, will be provided while supplies last. All are invited to attend—RSVP is encouraged but not required — call 541-994-9994 or email zoe@lc-cc.org .

Attendees can also help the Cultural Center “activate” the Plaza by completing a scavenger hunt activity and receive a free prize upon completion. Additionally, take part in a community art project to commemorate the event, enjoy live performances from a selection of local artists, take part in dedicating the Lincoln City Rotary Club’s Musical Area, and hear speeches from LC community members. Representatives from Shapiro Didway Landscape Architects, Civil West Engineering and Cascade Civil Corp., partners in the Plaza Project, will be on hand as well. Find the full schedule at www.lincolncity-culturalcenter.org .

Inside the LCCC, stop by the Chessman Gallery to see Angela Haseltine Pozzi and Nicola Bianca Pozzi’s show, “Unhuman”. In the Fiber Arts Gallery, see the “Coral Reef Project”, an immersive exhibit featuring crocheted artwork from over 100 Oregonian fiber artists. Take-home Art Kits will also be available by donation, as always.

“We’re inviting our whole Lincoln City community, whether you live here full time or just consider us ‘your place’ on the coast. We’ve all pulled together to make the Cultural Plaza a reality,” says LCCC Executive Director Niki Price. “We are beyond excited to finally be done with construction and invite the Lincoln City community into our new space.”

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR 97367. Galleries will be open 10am-5pm the day of the Plaza Activation Party. For inquiries, please email zoe@lc-cc.org or call 514-994-9994.

Lincoln County Cultural Coalition opens FY2024 grant cycle

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 16:46:00 GMT

The Lincoln County Cultural Coalition (LCCC) will open applications for its FY2024 grant cycle, funding programs delivering arts, culture, heritage, and humanities to the residents of Lincoln County. Coalition members encourage nonprofits, individuals, schools, and civic organizations throughout Lincoln County to learn more and apply online at www.lincolncountycc.org. Applications are due no later than October 15 ^th at 11:59pm.

Last year, Lincoln County Cultural Coalition awarded $30,500 to 17 local nonprofits and schools. Grants are awarded to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located in Lincoln County, and/or those that provide significant programming here. Individuals and other groups may also apply, if they are sponsored by a qualified nonprofit organization. Awards of up to $2,000 are available this grant cycle. Oregon Cultural Trust provides funding for these grants by way of annual taxpayer contributions through the state’s unique Cultural Tax Credit. Those donations help to fuel culture statewide, with large, competitive grants as well as cultural participation programs in rural and less-populous areas.

Would-be applicants should note that their program or project must take place between January 1 ^st and December 31 ^st , 2024, and one of the following coalition priorities must be addressed: Improving access to cultural experiences, raising the cultural awareness of youth, or facilitating infrastructure improvements. In response to the ongoing threat to our vital cultural organizations as a result of the pandemic, the coalition will also consider requests for general operating support and capacity building projects, if submitted by nonprofits whose missions address the priorities listed above.

In addition to offering the annual County Cultural Grants, LCCC is also accepting applications for 2024 funding by the Mark Sponenburgh Memorial Trust (SMT). This granting opportunity, through Lincoln County Foundation, is open to schools, individuals, civic groups, and nonprofits working in arts education. Eligible projects will support arts education for elementary and middle school students, with a priority placed on music education. SMT awards of up to $3,500 are available this grant cycle.

Visit the coalition’s website, at www.lincolncountycc.org, to access the shared application form for LCCC and SMT funds, as well as guidelines and detailed grant information. Additional questions or requests for accommodations may be sent to LCCC chair, Niki Price, lcccdirector@gmail.com.

Would you like to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply? This year, the Coalition is offering two free Coalition-specific grantwriting workshops:

In Person: September 6, 2023 at 5:30 pm at the Newport Performing Arts Center

Online: September 8, 2023 , at noon, via Zoom.

This workshop is your gateway to better understanding the grant application process and securing funding for your artistic endeavors. Led by seasoned experts from the Lincoln County Cultural Coalition, this informative session will guide you through the essential elements of a successful grant proposal. Whether you’re a seasoned grant writer looking to refine your skills or a newcomer eager to learn, this workshop will empower you to craft a compelling grant application.

Registration: Attendance is free, but space is limited. Secure your free spot by registering at http://lincolncountycc.org/workshops . Join us and take the first step towards deepening your impact on Lincoln County’s cultural landscape!

Grant-funded projects in FY2023

In December 2022, grants were made to the following organizations for projects taking place in 2023:

LCCC also supported the following local arts education projects for youth, in partnership with the Lincoln County Foundation’s Mark Sponenburgh Memorial Trust:

Help to write a poem for the Cultural Plaza

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 00:14:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – This summer, the Lincoln City Cultural Plaza project will transform the grounds around the historic Delake School with new parking, sidewalks, public art, and landscaping that will support cultural and community activities for decades to come. Observers of the project, passing by on Hwy. 101, may have noticed the foundations of a curving, meandering path on the west side of the building, now home to the Lincoln City Cultural Center.

This feature is called The Poetry Path, a drivable and accessible surface that will connect the gathering spaces around the Plaza. This inviting walkway will be 10 feet wide and 430 feet long, decorated with embedded “currents” of colored aggregate arranged around sandblasted letters. The Poetry Path design is ready except for one important element: the poetry.

That poem will be written this summer using input gathered at two public forums led by Lincoln City poet John Fiedler and funded by a grant from Oregon Humanities.

All interested members of the community – residents, visitors, writers, readers, students, historians, and more – are invited to participate in this public program. The events will be held from 4 to 5:45 pm on Tuesday, July 11, and Tuesday, July 18, at the Driftwood Public Library. Admission is free and you may choose to attend one or both forums.

At the forums, Fiedler will lead discussions of the geological, tribal, and historical context of the land where the Cultural Center now stands, just a few hundred feet from Devils Lake, D River and the Pacific Ocean. Participants will be asked to provide ideas, words, images ,and other materials that Fiedler will synthesize into the final phrases that will be sandblasted into the Poetry Path.

This project is co-sponsored by Driftwood Public Library, which is providing the meeting space, and Friends of Driftwood Library, who will furnish the refreshments. The North Lincoln County Historical Museum is also providing research support.

This program is made possible by a grant from Oregon Humanities (OH), a statewide nonprofit organization and an independent affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, which funds OH’s grant program. Oregon Humanities offers programs and publications that help Oregonians connect, reflect, and learn from one another.

John Fiedler earned his master’s degree in English from the University of Washington and completed coursework for a PhD in English at the University of Chicago. He served as a professor at Hope College in Michigan and as a newspaper reporter in Florence before becoming an elementary school teacher at St. James Santiago School in Lincoln City.

For more details, or to help with the forums, contact Cultural Center board member Christi Clark, LCCC Board of Directors, 541-994-9994 or christineneskowin@gmail.com ; or John Fiedler, Project Leader, johnfiedler60@gmail.com .

Section 1: Columbia River to Sunset Beach

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 15:58:00 GMT

Sept. 11, 2021 — Columbia River to Sunset Beach State Recreation Site plus the Warrenton Public Art Collection

Lodging: Seaside International Hostel

My OCT trek finally began. I decided to ease my way into the project with a couple of day hikes punctuated by stays in seaside. I talked my husband into a road trip, dropped a car at Sunset Beach State Recreation Site and then he drove me north on Hwy. 101 to Fort Stevens State Park . It was perhaps the most lovely, balmy September Saturday I’ve ever experienced here in Oregon. I wore my official Oregon Coast Trail Foundation swag and carried my OCT Stickers, as graciously provided by the Oregon Coast Visitors Association. As we tried to find the official OCT TH sign, to take the obligatory trailhead photograph, we ran into the construction project on the Columbia River South Jetty. The launch picture was taken about half a mile south of the river but I wasn’t worried — if there’s anything this trail offers, it’s photo ops.

One of the most interesting experiences of the long beach walk, in my humble and blistered opinion, is the slow approach to the familiar object. The landmark grows from a speck to a dot, to a blurred figure with edges that become just a tiny bit sharper every time I look up. I wonder if this is, in fact, the thing I am expecting or something else entirely. As I draw ever closer I ponder things like the quality of the air and the angle of the sun, as my eyes begin to pick out the people, the dogs and the cars that have also been drawn to this thing. The time that it takes to actually get there forces me to truly see and enjoy this thing, even though I have seen it so many times in photographs. This was my experience approaching the famous shipwreck of The Peter Iredale from the north. A tragic, beautiful, rusty jungle gym stuck in the sand, so popular that it has public bathrooms and picnic facilities.

From there, I walked south toward the beach just west of Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center, just south of DeLaura Beach Road. No soldiers in sight, just miles and miles of open beach with hours of silence to keep me company. Here, I was struck at just how long, straight and flat the beach is at this point of the coast. The ocean would advance and recede so quickly that it often took me by surprise. I was amused by these 2-inch “sneaker waves” until I saw one rolling a 12-inch wide pole slowly toward me — I hopped over it one foot at a time, playing weird Hokey Pokey with a lethal beach log. That’s when I realized that despite the weather I was not in a Sandals Beach Resorts commercial, that beach logs do in fact kill, and perhaps my trajectory should be set a bit higher up.

For the first time, I really understood how in 1903 Gov. Oswald West convinced the legislature that the coast was actually a highway — here, it seems possible. It felt especially possible, in fact, when I began to encounter vehicles driving toward me at various speeds, as I walked toward Sunset Beach State Recreation Area.

The sun was appropriately dipping down as I reached Sunset Beach, so I quickly drove north to catch the art locations in Hammond and Warrenton. This trek demonstrated, not for the first time, the true value of a tool like the Oregon Coast Public Art Trail map. These art pieces, located on rural roads a few miles from the ocean, were definitely not roadside attractions, at least not for this traveler — I didn’t even know these roads existed before I used them to find get here. Now, thanks to these pieces, I know a bit more about these towns, how they are situated and what matters most to them. It’s all there, in the art.

My favorite public art location of the day was the corner of Fort Stevens Highway/E. Harbor and Main St./Skipanon. On one corner is Lighthouse Park, a collection of memorials with bronze statues, a gazebo and plenty of important names. Across the street is the Veterans Monument, a life-sized bronze soldier on a tall pedestal that was framing my view of the setting sun. On a third corner stands the Warrenton Warrior Statue, which according to the documentation was made by “students of Mr. Ernest Moon’s metal fabrication class at Warrenton High School in the 1968-9 school year.” I sat a while, resting my tired legs, while I thought about the generations who left a bit of themselves at this intersection. It’s a cool thing.

Missoula Children’s Theatre Presents: The Princess and the Pea

Wed, 10 May 2023 18:08:00 GMT

Calling student actors! The Lincoln City Cultural Center is delighted to announce the annual visit from the directors of Missoula Children’s Theatre. This weeklong musical theatre workshop will take place from Monday, June 19 ^th to Friday June 23 ^rd , with two final performances on Saturday, June 24 ^th . Please note, the grounds of the Lincoln City Cultural Center are under heavy construction. Thanks to the generosity of Taft High School, the auditions, rehearsals and performance will all be taking place in the Taft High School auditorium, located at 3780 SE Spy Glass Ridge Drive, Lincoln City, OR. 97367. For questions, please call the LCCC at 541-994-9994.

Audition Information

Students from grades 1-12 are encouraged to audition on Monday, June 19 ^th at 10:00 AM at the Taft High School auditorium. Auditions will be from 10:00am to noon. The audition will be followed by a 2-hour rehearsal with a 15-minute snack break in between the sessions. With only 50-60 spots available, there is no guarantee everyone will get a part. Be sure to show up 15 minutes early to fill out forms.

About the Performance

This year, the performance will be a musical rendition Princess and the Pea, a story by Hans Christian Andersen. In this classic, a prince insists on marrying a real princess. When a woman comes to his door during a storm maintaining that she is a real princess, the prince’s mother tests her by burying a pea under a large stack of mattresses and then instructing the young woman to sleep on them, because only a princess could feel something as subtle. What ensues is a tale of misapprehension, intrigue and love. There will be many parts available for all ages. Two performances will be taking place on Saturday, June 24 ^th at 3:00 and 5:30pm at the Taft High School auditorium. The performances will last approximately 60-70 minutes with no intermission.

Rehearsal Schedule

Rehearsals will be from 10:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Thursday, with a 15-minute snack break scheduled between the sessions for those who will be staying for both sessions. Not all actors will have to stay for the entire rehearsal, depending on casting. On Monday, the first 2-hour session will be the audition and the second 2-hour session will be the first rehearsal. On Friday, the dress rehearsal will take place for the first three hours, followed by a 15-minute break, after which the older cast members will stay for an additional 1-hour rehearsal session. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in acting workshops conducted by the directors from 2:15 to 3:00pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

About Missoula Children’s Theatre

Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT), the nation’s largest touring children’s theatre, has been touring extensively for more than 40 years from Montana to Japan, and will visit nearly 1,200 communities this year with up to 44 teams of Tour Actor/Directors. The tour team will arrive in a given town with a set, lights, costumes, props and make-up, everything it takes to put on a play…except the cast. The team will hold an open audition to cast 50-60 local students to perform in the production. The show will be rehearsed throughout the week and two public performances will be presented on Saturday. All MCT shows are original adaptations of classic children’s stories and fairytales… a twist on the classic stories that you know and love. Also included in the residency are three enrichment workshops presented by the Tour Actor/Directors. Creativity, social skills, goal achievement, communication skills and self-esteem are all characteristics that are attained through the participation in this unique, educational project. MCT’s mission is the development of life skills in children through participation in the performing arts .

From the Tiny Desk to the LCCC

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:06:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – Mama’s Broke, a new folk duo based out of New Orleans and Halifax, will bring their haunting sound to the Lincoln City Cultural Center on Thursday, April 13. Fresh from an appearance on the NPR Tiny Desk concert, these musicians craft a sound that artfully weaves old-time, Quebecois, blues, punk, Celtic, Balkan and doom metal into a hypnotic and energizing tapestry of original music. Showtime on the 13th is 7 pm. Reserved seats are on sale now.

The connection between Amy Lou Keeler and Lisa Maria draws the listener in as they effortlessly move through dark, lonesome, and intricate acapella songs to fiery, ripping fiddle/banjo tunes accompanied by foot percussion and driving guitar rhythms. Their debut album Count the Wicked won them a Canadian Folk Music Award in 2017 for ‘ Ensemble of the Year’ as well as a nomination for ECMA ‘ Rising Star Award .’ Their sophomore album Narrow Line , released in 2022 on Free Dirt Records, was featured in The Bluegrass Situation , Hollar Country, No Depression, Folk Radio UK’s “top ten of the year” as well as being placed on NPR’s taste maker and Tiny Desk host Bob Boilen’s “What I’m Listening To Right Now” Spotify playlist. Narrow Line is currently in the running for 2023 Canadian Folk Music Award ‘ vocal group of the year’ and has also been nominated for a Juno award (Best Traditional Roots Album of The Year).

In a perpetual state of transience, the duo has spent a majority of the previous decade pounding the transatlantic-tour-trail. They have supported acts such as Sierra Ferrell, Tim Eriksen, and La Vent du Nord as well as co-headlined tours with Matt Heckler, Willi Carlisle and Rufus Nightjar. From notable international folk festivals to DIY punk houses to activist gatherings to opera houses and everywhere in-between, Mama’s Broke has garnered a passionate and loyal fanbase in North America, Europe, and the UK.

Those who wish to attend the concert should leave extra time for parking, as the Cultural Plaza outdoor renovation project has begun. Upon arrival, watch for “Event Parking” signs and follow the directions of the posted volunteers and staff.

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR. 97367. For information, visit our website at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call at 541-994-9994.

Cultural Plaza Launch

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 17:51:00 GMT

LINCOLN CITY – Cultural Center friends, supporters, donors and community members are invited to a momentous and celebratory event on Saturday, Feb. 25: the official groundbreaking for the Lincoln City Cultural Plaza. The ceremony will begin at 10 am, rain or shine, on the west lawn of the Cultural Center, 540 NE Hwy. 101. A reception with coffee and sweets will follow, inside the center in Margaret’s Meeting Room.

It’s a big day for the Cultural Plaza, which has been nearly five years in the making. The Center’s board of directors and the Plaza Campaign Leadership Committee encourage the whole north Lincoln County community to attend and enjoy this celebration of art, culture and partnership with them. Plaza construction is scheduled to begin in March.

“This is going to be a special moment – the launch of a beautiful new resource for Lincoln City and our nonprofit Cultural Center,” said Dorcas Holzapfel, president of the board. “It’s happening because our whole community pulled together, the City of Lincoln City supported us and our legislators championed the cause. Donors, foundations and fundraisers are making this dream a reality. We hope they will all come and celebrate with us.”

Mayor Susan Wahlke, Rep. Dave Gomberg and Sen. Dick Anderson will be turning the ceremonial sod, along with board members and project managers from the City of Lincoln City, Civil West Engineering Services, Shapiro Didway Landscape Architects and Cascade Civil Corp.

What is the Lincoln City Cultural Plaza? This project will transform the outdoor space around the historic Delake School building, home to the Lincoln City Cultural Center since 2007. By the end of 2023, the 2.6 acres around the brick schoolhouse will be transformed into a pedestrian

friendly outdoor space, filled with dedicated installments of public art, gathering spaces with seating, and sponsored spaces for education and performance, connected by a drive-able meandering pathway. The Plaza site plan, which was formed with community input in 2018 and 2019, offers a redesigned parking area and traffic flow, along with islands, lighting and other upgrades required by city code.

Although the property belongs to the City of Lincoln City, this $3 million development is a project of the nonprofit Lincoln City Cultural Center. The center has partnered with the Lincoln City Percent for Art fund, which provided the Plaza’s first installation: Pete Beeman’s “Poppy” on the southwest corner. The Cultural Center is also working with the Rotary Club (to provide outsized outdoor musical instruments in the northwest corner) and the Kiwanis Club of Lincoln City (leading the charge for a playful children’s outdoor arts classroom on the east side).

Generous funders for the Lincoln City Cultural Plaza project include:

· The State of Oregon, through the distribution of American Rescue Plan Act funds

· The Roundhouse Foundation

· The Marcia H. Randall Foundation

· The City of Lincoln City

· Siletz Tribes’ Charitable Contribution Fund

· Oregon Community Foundation

· Oregon Cultural Trust

· The Lincoln County Economic Development Fund

· The Autzen Foundation

· The Oneatta Fund of the OCF

· Ronni Lacroute

· The Family of Dorinda Brush

· The late Lloyd and Marlene Ankeny

· The late Bill & Marie Gregory

· And more than 300 other donors who sponsored commemorative bricks, benches and trees, as part of the Invest in Inspiration Campaign (2019-present).

The Cultural Center board continues to raise funds toward the completion of this important project. To learn more about legacy gifts and other Plaza opportunities, call Niki Price, 541-994-9994.

The competitive bidding process for the Plaza opened in November and was led by Civil West Engineering Services of Newport. The lowest of the qualified bidders was Cascade Civil Corp., a heavy civil construction firm based in Redmond, Ore. The firm’s president, Paul MacClanahan, has been working with Civil West, Shapiro Didway and the LCCC’s project liaison, Alan Holzapfel, to prepare for a March-September construction timeline.

First, according to the latest schedule, will be the removal of trees from the project site. This highly visible work could begin as early as the first week of March. Some of the trees are in the

right of way or interfering with power lines, while others are coastal pines that have been over-limbed and are in poor health.

“It will be hard for me to see those old trees go,” said Niki Price, LCCC Executive Director. “But I know that we’ll be planting back nearly three times that amount, with a greater variety in deciduous and conifers, all throughout the property. And removing those older pines will allow us to bring in more utilities and access, irrigation so that the future trees will stay healthy, and safer parking options for everyone.”

The Cultural Center is scheduled to remain open, for regular meetings and events, throughout the construction period. Parking may be limited at certain times of the summer, however. Staff and board will continue to work with Cascade Civil Corp., as well as its neighbors and adjoining properties, to ensure access through October.

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR. 97367. For information, visit our website at lincolncity-culturalcenter.org or call at 541-994-9994

Surftides Festival of Illusions 2023

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 21:31:00 GMT

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is delighted to announce the 2023 Surftides Festival of Illusions. This year’s festival is one of our biggest yet with new acts, returning magicians, concerts, workshops, photo opportunities and a mobile escape room. This family friendly event will have both daytime activities and evening performances for all ages, all taking place at the Cultural Center.

With nine days of festivities planned from March 23rd to April 1st, there will be something happening every day, rain or shine. All evening show seating is reserved, so make sure to get your tickets early and claim your desired seats by calling the LCCC at 541-994-9994 or by clicking this link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=lccc . Buy 4 or more tickets and get a group discount of 10% off your entire order. Special thanks to Surftides Hotel, Amy Graham of Taylor & Taylor Realty and the City of Lincoln City for their generous and continued support.

This year’s festival will feature reality-bending performances from the likes of The Amazing Bubble Man, Jeff Evans Science Magic, Alex Zerbe the Zaniac, the Magical Mr. B, Peter Irish the Foot Juggler, Dr. Delusions Illusions and the extraordinarily talented Carisa Hendrix. Each show offers a memorable performance that is different from the last; prepare to be tricked, amazed, even hoodwinked! Click this link for ticketing and a description of each event: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=lccc

Before the evening performances, stop by for the daytime activities planned for the week of the Festival. These include: The all ages Magic Art Studio, Paint a Pufferfish ceramic workshop, The Princess Dress Up Tea and Photo Shoot, a Balloon Twisting Workshop with the Magical Mr. B., a free morning concert with Harmonica Pocket and a Cookie Decorating Class. Click this link for ticketing and a description of each event: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=lccc

These Festival of Illusions performances, classes and activities will not be the only attractions for the week. The Fiber Arts Studio Gallery will be hosting a show titled “Filaments” by the Weaving Guild of Oregon. This juried traveling exhibit will go to six locations including the Lincoln City Cultural Center. This show will display multicolored, high-quality filaments to be enjoyed by the public during the center’s special Festival of Illusions hours, 10am to 4 pm daily, March 23-April 2.

Families can even take a little of the magic home: Themed Art Kits, made by our wonderful volunteers and the LCCC Artistic Director Krista Eddy, will be available while supplies last. Members of the public are invited to “shop” the art kit room, located next to Margaret’s Meeting Room, upstairs at the LCCC. Art Kits are by donation — pay what you can and enjoy crafting with the little ones in your life.

The Festival of Illusions began in 2011 as a way to provide weather-proof, affordable family entertainment during Oregon’s public school spring break. It was cancelled suddenly by COVID in 2020 but resumed in 2021. “This is always such an exciting time of year,” said LCCC Executive Director Niki Price. “The Festival of Illusions kicks off the busy season at the LCCC. We love the excitement these performances bring for all who attend. The audience arrives expecting some light-hearted entertainment, and they leave smiling ear to ear.”

The Lincoln City Cultural Center is located at 540 NE Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR. 97367. The LCCC galleries will be open 10am – 4pm throughout the festival week. For inquiries or ticketing, call us at 541-994-9994.