Events for March 2023

Women meeting together to create a huge impact on local nonprofits. This month's focus is Environment, Activities and Animals Our featured nonprofits are: North Coast Wildlife Camp Kiwanilong Northwest FoodWeb You need not be a member to attend.

https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Arts-and-Cultural-District-Flyer-March-2nd15163-232x300.jpg OREGON’S CREATIVE & CULTURAL DISTRICTS PILOT PROGRAM WHAT IS A CREATIVE & CULTURAL DISTRICT? A Creative or Cultural District is an area with a high concentration of arts and/or cultural facilities and events that serve as anchors of attraction within their community. The district reflects the community’s unique cultural heritage through its built environment and history, showcasing the region’s artists and cultural traditions while increasing social engagement and visitors. Creative & Cultural Districts are found in all types of communities from small and rural to large and urban. They are created by the community to advance the community’s goals. Creative & Cultural Districts are a catalyst for regional investment ranging from downtown revitalization, localized economic development and recovery measures, and serve as an incentive for new or relocating businesses. The role Creative & Cultural Districts play in providing a vibrant and appealing environment is a major factor in retaining young citizens and their families, attracting a creative workforce, and positioning the community as a cultural tourism destination while supporting existing residents. Music, dance and theater events, artists’ studios and galleries, historic buildings and museums, and street fairs and festivals contribute to the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Creative & Cultural Districts entice people out of their homes into vibrant social spaces where families and neighbors engage with their local talent and cultural assets. Creative & Cultural Districts can offer opportunities for children, youth and adults to experience lifelong learning through the arts. Districts are led by the community and provide community-driven solutions to local problems and needs. Often communities create districts as way to retain and recruit artists, beautify downtowns, encourage visitation, and engage and elevate underserved communities. Communities will have increased success in reaching Hillsboro Cultural Arts District their goals with this type of intentional […]

https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Copy_of_Facebook_Post_-_Mystery_Bottle_Friday-300x251.png Barbara Anne Oregon Folksinger performs live both solo and, on occasion, with featured guests. Always offering unique voices and sounds. Performing folk covers and originals. Come early to grab a table and enjoy the relaxing vibes and atmosphere of live music in our intimate space. Barbara Tables are limited and 2 drinks minimum per person is required to sit at a table.

https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/331591879_772019314136853_6134075907496869060_n-300x300.jpg Mark your calendars! The North Coast area has so much musical talent! This film features performances and interviews with several of these incredible musicians. Some of the gifted musicians featured in this film are; Mimntah Haefker -Young Singing Prodigy Bob Goldstick - Extremely talented piano player, filmed live at the Seaside Prom John Doan - Irish guitar player The Horsenecks - The highlight of this film, filmed on the steps of the Astoria Library Ron Walker, local filmmaker and musician has been making documentaries for many years. He learned the craft of filmmaking while working at the Film loft in Portland as their resident composer. He has been playing piano and flute in local venues for the last 20 years.

https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/22280743_2029676340596311_1827760969611214848_n1.jpg Celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th by attending a presentation on how a woman's right to vote affected fashion. https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/332254898_228590116270778_2419821613729194697_n-300x300.jpg

Presented by Lower Columbia Classic Car Club: Cars, parts, automobilia, tools, equipment, tires, wheels, as well as local antiques and collectables will be for sale. Proceeds from the club sales booth go to support automotive and technical education classes at local high schools and Clatsop Community College. $5 General Admission Active Military: Free Under 12 Free when accompanied by an adult

https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Untitled-design-13-300x300.png Join the fun!! Learn to Square Dance!! Hayshakers Square & Round Dance Club Free Lessons March 12th 5:00-7:00 pm Mark Wheeler-Caller, Instructor LOCATION: Pacific Grange Hall, midway between Astoria and Seaside on HWY 101 and Cullaby Lake Road. Reasons to Square Dance Funn for the Whole Family Stay Young Meet People Body & Brain Booster Fun Fitness & Exercise

CEDR and WorkSource Oregon are spearheading the ninth annual Clatsop County Job & Career Fair! Wednesday March 15 2023, at Clatsop Community College’s Patriot Hall. Come Explore Employment, & Career Opportunities!! Over 70 Employers Ready to HIRE YOU! Local are high school students will be in attendance from 9 am to 12:30 pm. Open to public job seekers, 1:00 to 2:30 pm

https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/UnWined-fb-event-cover-1200-628-300x56.png UnWined on Saturday, March 18, 2023 * 5:30 to 8 p.m. Sip & savor award-winning wine during this event, which occurs immediately following the official wine competition for the Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival (coming up April 28-30). Each year, Oregon winemakers attending the Festival enter their wines in the competition. UnWined attendees get a sneak peek at the wineries that will be at the festival in April.  This is a 21 and older event and limited to 200 attendees. Tickets to attend “UnWined” are on sale now!  Learn more here. In March, the festival invites five wine experts to sample entries from wineries attending our festival.  Guided by their collective input, the festival awards dozens of entries with gold, silver, and bronze awards to the wines that best represent their varietal style.  Immediately following the official wine competition, the public is invited to sample the wines that evening during our UnWined ticketed event. This event takes place at the Liberty Theatre in the McTavish Room and Paulson Pavillion. https://www.astoriadowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/unwined_logo_wine.png

Taste top-shelf whiskey, sample delectable chocolate, and support coastal conservation $250 for individual or $400/couple Proceeds benefit coastal habitat restoration