Community Calendar of Events

Sep. 22—The Sawdust

Theatre Auditions:

A Christmas Carol

September 23rd, 24th

& 25th

The Sawdust Theatre

The Sawdust Theatre has scheduled auditions next month for Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," which will be produced on three weekends before Christmas. The theatre will open for auditions at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, and Sunday, Sept. 24, and at 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 25, said Michael Thurman, Sawdusters treasurer and building manager. Auditions will be at the theatre, 120 N. Adams St. in downtown Coquille. Dan Barnett of Bandon, who has been involved with Community Theater for five decades, will direct the play. It will include more than 50 characters, but Barnett said he needs about 25 actors and actresses for speaking roles, plus children and dancers, to cast the show without double casting people to play two speaking roles. That's a possibility, he said, but he won't know until casting. The full cast includes Gram, four or five young children, Mr. and Ms. Fred, Scrooge, three or four young boys, three alms, Bob Cratchet, Jacob Marley, the Spirit of Christmas Past, Sister Fran, Young Ebenezer, Fezziwig, Ebenezer, Dick Witkins, Isabelle, the Spirit of Christmas Present, Mrs. Cratchit, Peter, Belinda, Martha, Tiny Tim, male and female adult guests, the Spirit of Christmas future, four business people, the soup man, the turkey boy, the volunteer and eight to 12 dancers. "It is true to the original story, other than the fact that we start out with Grandma reading the story to her grandchildren," Barnett said. "Gram narrates the story as she lets each scene play out on stage or in the audience." The story won't quite be the same as everyone remembers it, he said. "There is a surprising twist ending with the new-found Scrooge," Barnett said. 'I have musical numbers planned within the story line also." With that in mind, he said the theatre also needs a piano player for "A Christmas Carol." Barnett would like someone to record piano music for the production. "If you would be willing to do this, or know of someone who might be interested," Thurman said, "please let me know and I will put the director in contact with you." More information is available from Thurman at 541-396-4563.

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Modern Life Skills for Older Adults: Medicare Enrollment

2 pm, September 25th

North Bend

Public Library

On September 25 at 2:00 PM, the North Bend Public Library and the Older Adult Behavioral Health Initiative will cohost a workshop on Medicare Enrollment. This workshop is part of our monthly series "Modern Life Skills for Older Adults." Tilyne Godinez of AAA/SCBED and Jodi Delsere of Willamalane Park and Recreation District will discuss the necessary steps for enrolling in Medicare. They will also answer questions and provide further resources for individuals needing additional assistance navigating Medicare enrollment. A resource table with related services and program materials from local organizations will be available during the program. Attendees can participate in-person or register at https://tinyurl.com/8mfd54h3 to attend via Zoom. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

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Toastmasters

International Open House

3:30-4:30 pm,

September 25th

The Barn in

Bandon City Park

Monday, September 25, 2023, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at The Barn in Bandon City Park, Bandon, Toastmasters International, a nonprofit educational organization which teaches public speaking and leadership skills, will hold an Open House to acquaint the public with the vast benefits membership in Toastmasters can provide. Questions? Call Sharon (541) 297-5555.

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Pancakes & Piggies

Storytime

5 pm, September 26th

North Bend

Public Library

The North Bend Public Library is inviting all children ages 2-7 and their families to celebrate National Pancake Day at the library! On September 26 at 5:00 PM, NBPL will host a Children's pancake-themed storytime. After storytime, we will have pancakes from The Pancake Mill. Please join us for this fun family event! For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

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Wee Ones Clothing Swap

10:30 am, Sept. 27th

Coos Bay Library

Parents and caregivers of children under 5 are invited to bring clothing their child has grown out of or maternity clothing to a clothing swap Wednesday, September 27 at 10:30am. Participants must attend in person; no clothing drop off is allowed prior to the event. The swap will occur immediately following storytime, which begins at 10:00am. For additional information about programs being offered by the Coos Bay Public Library please contact the library by calling (541) 269-1101 x3606 or by visiting the library's website at https://www.coosbaylibrary.org.

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Artist Studio Group

10:30-3 pm,

September 27th

Coos Art Museum

Artists looking for more studio space or to work with a community of other like-minded creative people, should join Pat's artist studio group. Members have access to the Coos Art Museum classroom and the mentorship of our local artist Pat Snyder to enhance their creative journey! Age Range: adults. Media: All 2-D media except oils. Fee: (8 sessions) $75 members, $90 non-members. All skill levels welcome.

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Microbiome & Diet

Related Chronic Disease

10-11 am, Sept. 28th

Microbiome and Diet Related Chronic Disease. Understand the importance of a healthy microbiome and how to colonize your gut for optimal health Thurs., Sept. 28, 2023. Online free webinar, 10-11 am,

Pre-registration not required. Join online: https://beav.es/T7d Added to the Extension website:

A simple, one-page nutrition assessment tool and 3-page key with practical tips to improve your diet. 4 archived webinars. Alternative Proteins and Sustainability. Beauty Food. Bouncing Back: Nutrition and Resilience. Fatal Attraction (sugar).

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Community Cooking

with the Co-op

5:30 pm, September 28th

Coos Bay Public Library, in partnership with Coos Head Food Co-op, will co-host COMMUNITY COOKING WITH THE CO-OP every fourth Thursday at 5:30pm on Zoom (virtual meeting software). Next event: Thursday, September 28 Coos Bay Library has teamed up with Coos Head Food Co-op to provide safe, easy, and healthy recipes to create at home. Join us virtually for this fun community event! This time, our original chef, Jamar Ruff, will feature Cornbread Fitters, Garden Salad, & Roasted Pears. This event is FREE and open to everyone. For ingredients and access, please register by going to https://bit.ly/3powyqG

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29th Coos Watershed

Association Birthday Bash

2 pm, September 30th

Eastside Boat Ramp area

Join the Coos Watershed Association board and staff members to remove invasive plants and raise funds to support their important mission in this year's Birthday Bash! This year's event takes place at the Eastside Boat Ramp area, Coos Bay, Saturday afternoon, September 30. The outdoor activity starts with an invasive species pull and native species planting, 2-4pm, and continues with an after-party and fundraiser, 4-6pm. The After Party will feature live music and will have food and drink available, plus information about the Coos Watershed—and a raffle! More details coming this summer. (You can check for details on this page on the Coos WA's website, https://cooswatershed.org/#events ) The Coos Watershed Association is a 501(c)(3) organization that helps watershed residents work together to improve the health of the Coos Watershed. Visit https://cooswatershed.org/ for more information about the Coos WA.

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Gallery by the Bay

September/October

Unity by the Bay

Gallery by the Bay (at Unity by the Bay) will be featuring four local artists in their September/ October exhibit. Meredith Dedman will be doing the very first public presentation of her art. Meredith is proficient in charcoal, acrylic painting and watercolor, and her offerings promise to surprise and delight us. Carol Howald, local award-winning artist will grace the gallery with her oils on canvas. Toni Inman's delicate detail with colored pencil makes her images come alive under her creative touch. Jeri Baumgardner will bring the spirit of aloha to this coast with her renderings of life in Hawaii on hand painted silk. Reception for the artists is open to the public, and will be held on Saturday, Sept 9 from 5-7 pm at Gallery by the Bay, 2100 Union Ave in North Bend. Each artist will be donating an original piece of art for the raffle at 6 pm. The music of Cate and Donny Roze (The Love Messengers) will be provided along with refreshments. Gallery by the Bay is currently open by appointment. Please contact Jeri at 808-640-0595 for more information.

US Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Class

October 7th Coos Bay

The US Coast Guard Auxiliary will conduct an 8 hour boating safety education course on Saturday, October 7, 2023 in Coos Bay. The course covers the basics of boating safety, required equipment, rules of the road, and Oregon boating laws. A test at the end of the course will qualify boaters for their Oregon Boater Education Card, under the Oregon Mandatory Boater Education Program. The Boater Education Card is required for all motorboat operators of all ages for boats over ten horsepower. Additional provisions apply to youths. The class is taught by certified US Coast Guard Auxiliary and Oregon State Marine Board instructors. The cost of the course and materials is $15. Pre-registration is required. To register for the class, please call (541) 267-6152.

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Opioid Discussion Panel

11 am, October 10th

North Bend

Public Library

On Tuesday, October 10 at 11:00 AM, the North Bend Public Library will host a panel discussion on opioid addiction. During the panel, our speakers Dr. William Croson, Dr. Luana Hearn, and Program Director of Adapt OTP Samuel Denney will focus on methods to reduce the probability of developing an opioid dependence and will share strategies to aid in the recovery from addiction. They will also hold a Q&A following their discussion. Oregon has the second highest opioid prescription misuse in the nation. With such staggering statistics, no person is immune to being affected by opioid misuse. Even more concerning is that most often a person's first encounter with this narcotic is through a legitimate prescription. Understanding and identifying how easy it is to develop an addiction or be living with an addict, is the first step to recovery. Opioid addiction is not "someone else's problem," and we cannot turn a blind eye to this epidemic. Dr. William Croson specializes in pain management and providing non-opioid options for treating pain. He completed his MD at the University of Illinois in Chicago. He is Board Certified through the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the American Medical Association and the Oregon Medical Association. Dr. Luana Hearn practices Internal Medicine and specializes in addiction. She completed her MD at Federal University in Brazil. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency Program at St. Vincent Charity Medical Center, where she also completed an Addiction Medicine Fellowship Program. Samuel Denney, RN, MSN, works for Adapt Oregon's Opioid Treatment Program. Adapt combines prescribed medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to help people achieve long-term recovery from opioid dependence. Adapt's Opioid Treatment Program is licensed and accredited by the Oregon Health Authority, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

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Fueling for Fitness

Workshop

3:30 pm, October 10th

North Bend P

ublic Library

On Tuesday, October 10 at 3:30 PM, the North Bend Public Library will host a nutritional workshop led by Cheryl O'Dell of Natural Grocers. In celebration of October being Sports Nutrition Month, Cheryl will discuss how to use food to fuel your body for peak fitness performance. Cheryl O'Dell holds a Master of Science Degree in nutrition from Bastyr University, School of Natural Medicine. Her passion is engaging with the local community to achieve their health goals by helping them establish healthy habits that align with their individual lifestyles. When not at Natural Grocers, Cheryl enjoys spending time in the natural areas of Coos Bay and participating in the region's local festivities. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

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Parkinson's

Support Group

1-2:30 pm, October 12th, November 9th

& December 14th

Coos Bay

Fire Department

Are you, a loved one or friend living with Parkinson's disease? You are not alone. Join us for a support group to share, learn and connect with others navigating Parkinson's. This group is open to people with Parkinson's, care partners, family and friends. The support group begins on March 9th and will meet on the second Thursday of the month, 1:00 — 2:30 pm at the Coos Bay Fire Department, 450 Elrod Avenue, Coos Bay. Local contact information: Aaron — 541.808.1336. This group is sponsored by Parkinson's Resources of Oregon (PRO) working to address issues faced by Parkinson's patients and their families. To find out more about PRO's services or to support our programs, go to: www.parkinsonsresouces.org

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5th Annual Stuffed

Animal Sleepover

5 pm, October 13th

North Bend

Public Library

The North Bend Library will hold our 5th annual "Stuffed Animal Sleepover" on Friday, October 13 at 5:00 PM! Our sleepover begins with a storytime for children and their families. Children are invited to bring their stuffed toy to the storytime and leave it at the library for their toy's very own "Stuffed Animal Sleepover." Families can follow the fun on Facebook, to see what silly things their stuffed animal does during their sleepover. Stuffed animals and a photo of their sleepover adventure will be available to be picked up from the library the following Monday. For more information about this event, contact the library at (541) 756-0400 or email nbservices@northbendlibrary.org.

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Baby Storytime

10 am, through

December 13th

Coos Bay Library

Babies, we're back! Baby storytime will return Tuesdays at 10:00am to the Coos Bay Public Library beginning September 12 and continuing through December 13. The program will include stories, rhymes, and songs selected specifically with babies in mind. The program encourages early literacy development by fostering opportunities for parents and caregivers to talk, sing, read, play, and write with the children in their lives. Pre-registration is not required and the program is free and open to the public. For more information on storytimes visit the Coos Bay Public Library's website at www.coosbaylibrary.org, call (541) 269-1101 x 3606 or email Jennifer Knight at jknight@coosbaylibrary.org.