Yachats Events

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updated 2/02/2012

Ongoing

Guided Walks & Tours
For outdoor guided walks, tours and special outdoor events, please see The Great Outdoors page of our web site.

Yachats Big Band
Dance to the music of this 17-piece band on the FIRST THURSDAY of each month from 7 pm to 9 pm. Suggested Donation Adults $5.00;  children under 12 free. Held at the Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 and W 4th St. FMI, contact the Yachats Big Band at home, (541) 547-4252.

Business Events:

• LIVE MUSIC in Restaurants, Cafes & Lounges
• WINE TASTINGS, FOOD EVENTS
• FEATURED ARTISTS EXHIBITS
• RETREATS, BOOK SIGNINGS, GRAND OPENINGS, ANNIVERSARIES
• CRAFT SHOWS, FAIRS
• CLASSES, TRAININGS, MEETINGS...
• FARMERS MARKET (mid May - Oct)

Community Programs:

INTERACTIVE COMMUNITY EVENTS PAGE

MEETING TIMES of Nonprofit & Community Organizations.
(click on "Meetings")

YOGA, DANCE & EXERCISE CLASSES  (CLASSES LISTED BELOW)
All Welcome, Yachats Commons. 441 Hwy 101, [#15]

• TAI CHI: M/W 8-9 am, Rm 8 (Mon); Rm 3 (Wed)
• YOGA with DENNIS: M/W/F 9-10:30 am, Rm 3, (541) 547-4107
• EXERCISE CLASS: M/W/F, 10-11 am, MP Rm ($2/class)
• LATIN DANCE CLASS: M/W, 6-7 pm, MP Rm, (541) 961-3047
• YOGA with URSULA: Tues 8-9 am, Rm 3, (541) 547-3858
• SALSA DANCE CLASS: Tues, 6:30-8:30 pm, MP Rm, (541) 272-6707
• YOGA with FRED: Thurs 8:30-9:30 am, Rm 8, (541) 547-4031
• YOGA with FRED: Thurs 6-7 pm, Rm 3, (541) 547-4031
• WILD GOOSE QI GONG: Sun, 10 am-Noon, Rm 3, (541) 270-6468

YACHATS YOUTH & FAMILY ACTIVITIES PROGRAM EVENTS
YYFAP is located in the Yachats Commons, [#15] Activities for kids of all ages and their families include Yachats Indoor Park, Preschool, After school and summer programs, classes, community nights, and leadership. FMI, click on the link above, call (541) 547-4599 or Email.

YACHATS MOVIE NIGHT On the 3rd Thurs night of each month, the Friends of the Yachats Commons offers free movies in the Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 and W 5th St, [#15]. For movie info, please Email.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL MEDITATION From 7-8 pm, every Wed night at the Little Log Church, 328 W 3rd St. [#20]. All are welcome to come experience the restorative powers of this peace-filled quiet time. FMI please call Mary Crook, 541-547-4547

WOMEN'S CIRCLES & MEN'S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST
FMI, see Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, [#13].

YACHATS LUNCH BUNCH  Ages 55 and up
Held the last Thursday of each month. Doors open for Socializing at 11:30 pm. Lunch served Noon to 1:00 pm. FMI: (541) 547-4654. Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 and W 5th St, [#15]

City Meetings:
Meeting Times of City Council & City Commissions. (Click on "Meetings")
Yachats City Hall, [#15].

YACHATS EVENTS

updated 2/02/2012

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February 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawings
Valentine's Dinners and Packages (announced as the date nears)

February 3, 2012
Friday 6:30 pm
Yachats Commons Auditorium, Hwy 101 & W 5th, [#15]
NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL LITERARY &
PHOTOGRAPHY STUDENT REVIEW
Featuring photography projects plus musical and spoken words. Click on the link above for complete information. Suggested donation $5.

February 4, 2012
Saturday 7:00 pm
Yachats Commons Auditorium, Hwy 101 & W 5th, [#15]
YACHATS LIONS BARBERSHOP FESTIVAL
SORRY FOLKS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

February 14, 2012
Tuesday, 5:30 pm
Little Log Church, W 3rd & Pontiac, [#20]
St Valentine's
WEDDING VOW RENEWAL CEREMONY
An annual Celebration of Renewal and Commitment. Sponsored by the Little Log Church Museum, (541) 547-3976. News Release.

February 17-19, 2012
Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 & W 4th, [#15]
DEPTH PERCEPTION - A CONFLUENCE OF SCIENCE & THE ARTS
The program explores the strange environment of the deep ocean through images and sounds. Participants will learn what scientists are finding out as they use robotics, recordings, and digital images to study a world nearly as different from what we are familiar with as outer space. To register, call 541-547-3092 or visit facebook.com/yc4ll. Event flyer / Click FMI.

March 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Monthly Drawings
Yachats Winter Arts Fest, March 9-11

March 2, 2012
Friday, 7 pm
Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, 360 W 7th St, [#13]
OREGON COAST CHAMBER ORCHESTRA WINTER CONCERT
Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) Winter program tickets will go on sale November 7. Individual Concert Tickets are $10 (all venues); Season Tickets $25. Available in Yachats at RainDogs, 541-547-3000, and at the Newport Performing Arts Center Box Office. Tickets will also be available at the door. Concert Program.

March 17-18, 2012
Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Luncheon on Saturday 11 - 2
YLC Clubhouse, W 3rd and Pontiac, [#20]
Yachats Ladies Club's
10th Annual CRAFT SHOW & SATURDAY LUNCHEON
Quality handcrafted items by Ladies Club Members and Saturday Luncheon with Pie/beverage option. Handcrafted items include knit items, aprons, quilts, afghans, wall hangings, home decor, table runners, pot holders, potato bakers, casserole carriers, bake sale table, gift baskets and much more. Lunch on Saturday with famous Ladies Club Pies. Craft Bazaar will be held the next weekend also - March 26-27. Fundraiser for the Yachats Ladies Club. FMI Sandy Dunn, Yachats Ladies Club President, (541) 547-3205.

March 17-18, 2012
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Yachats Commons, W 5th & Hwy 101, [#15]
42nd Annual ORIGINAL YACHATS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
The Yachats Original Arts & Crafts Fair includes 65 Pacific Northwest artists and crafters selected for the superb quality of their art. Media include original paintings; handcrafted jewelry; art glass; pottery; furniture; woodwork and mixed media; clay vessels; sculpture; stained glass; ceramic tiles; natural fiber textiles and textile arts; screen prints; photography; gourmet spice and food products; natural bath products; recycled art; woven and crocheted rugs; original music cds; instruments and toys. The variety of arts and crafts here allows something for every pocketbook and interest. FMI, Email, (541) 547-3530, 1-800-929-0477.

VENDORS: Please Click here for Fair Guidelines and Application Form.

March 18, 2012
Sunday 7:30 - 11:30 am
Yachats Lions Hall, W 4th & Pontiac, [#19]
YACHATS LIONS PANCAKE BREAKFAST
All you can eat pancakes with eggs over easy, choice of sausage or ham, milk, tea or coffee. $6/Adults, $3/Children under 12 years. Sponsored by the Yachats Lions Club. FMI: Please Email the Yachats Lions.

March 22-25, 2012
Thursday thru Sunday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Yachats Commons Auditorium, Hwy 101 & W 5th St, [#15]
YACHATS LIBRARY BOOK SALE
FMI: (541) 547-3741

March 24 - March 31, 2012
10 a.m - 1 pm
SPRING WHALE WATCH
Whale watch interpreters at Cape Perpetua Visitors' Center and Cook's Chasm. FMI: Morris Grover, (541) 765-3304, Email.

March 31, 2012
Saturday 10 am - 1 pm
Register/pick up bags at the Visitors Center, 241 Hwy 101, [#21]
GREAT OREGON SPRING BEACH CLEAN UP
Your opportunity to help keep Oregon's beautiful beaches clean. Come to the Yachats Visitors Center to register and pick up your bags. FMI: (541) 547-3530, 1-800-929-0477. Find the Yachats Visitors Center in the center of town next door to Yachats Village Market. This semiannual coast clean-up is sponsored by SOLV.

April 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawings
Easter Sunday Brunch at the Adobe Resort Restaurant

April 7, 2012
Saturday, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, 360 W 7th St, [#13]
ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT
Bring your children and join us for prizes and Easter Egg Baskets!

April 13-29, 2012
Held on 3 weekends
7:30 pm Fridays/Saturdays; 2 pm Sundays
Yachats Commons Auditorium, Hwy 101 & W 5th St, [#15]
AMERICAN IDLE (comedy)
An original play written by Cris Torp; brought to you by One of Us Productions. Tickets available at the door and in Yachats at Raindogs and Toad Hall; at Waldport Video; and at the Newport Performing Arts Center (PAC).

April 14-18, 2012
Yachats, OR
CELEBRATION OF JAPANESE ARTS & CULTURE
Stay posted! More information will soon be available.

May 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawings
Mother's Day Specials and Events
Crafts on the Coast Spring Arts Fair, May 26-27

May 4, 2012
Friday, 7 pm
Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, 360 W 7th St, [#13]
OREGON COAST CHAMBER ORCHESTRA SPRING CONCERT
Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) individual Concert Tickets are $10 (all venues); Season Tickets $25. Available in Yachats at RainDogs, 541-547-3000, and at the Newport Performing Arts Center Box Office. They will also be available at the door. Please check back for the Spring Concert Program.

May 25 - May 28, 2012
Friday - Monday, about town and at the Cape
MEMORIAL WEEKEND EVENTS IN YACHATS
Stay posted for the 2012 weekend schedule. (For 2011, click above).
2012 Guided Walks at Cape Perpetua will also be posted as the date nears. (See 2011 Walks).

May 26, 2012
Saturday 11 am - 3 p.m
Yachats Ladies Club House, W 3rd & Pontiac, [#20]
Yachats Ladies Club
MEMORIAL DAY PIE & ICE CREAM SOCIAL
The Yachats Ladies Club will wow you with an incredible variety of delicious pies. A variety of beverages will also be sold. Come early for the best selection and before the pie is gone. FMI Sandy Dunn, Yachats Ladies Club President, (541) 547-3205.

May 27, 2012
Sunday 7:30 - 11:30 am
Yachats Lions Hall, W 4th & Pontiac, [#19]
YACHATS LIONS PANCAKE BREAKFAST
The breakfast is free of charge and donations will be accepted. Breakfast includes eggs to order, pancakes, ham, sausage and coffee. Bring the entire family and join the fun. Sponsored by the Yachats Lions Club. FMI: Please Email the Yachats Lions.

June & July 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawings
Yachats Farmers' Market, Sundays 9-2
July 4 - la de da Parade and Festivities

June 30-July 8, 2012
Monday-Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Yachats Commons, Rm 8, Hwy 101 & W 5th St, [#15]
YACHATS ARTS GUILD SUMMER GALLERY
Please stay posted for information about 2012 exhibiting artists.

July 2012 Date TBA
7 pm, Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 & W 5th, [#15]
RING IN THE FOURTH
A festive tribute featuring the Yachats Village Ringers, an English handbell ensemble, with special guests. Admission by donation. Sponsored by Friends of the Yachats Commons.

July 3, 2012
Tuesday pm (8 mi N of Yachats)
ANNUAL JULY 3 FIREWORKS IN WALDPORT
Celebrate Waldport's Centennial and enjoy a fabulous display of fireworks over Alsea Bay beginning at dusk. You'll find plenty of sandy beach to enjoy the view. Park at Patterson State Park or park in Waldport to view the festivities from the Historic Alsea Bay Bridge Interpretive Center or along Keady Wayside. Arrive early and build a sand castle, catch Dungeness crab in Alsea Bay, search for sand dollars along miles of sandy beach, toast marshmallows over a bonfire, ride a green bike and then, by all means enjoy the fireworks! FMI, please visit the Waldport Chamber.

July 4, 2012
Wednesday, all day - la de da Yachats!
YACHATS la de da PARADE
July 4th festivities & FIREWORKS SHOW
Fun, whimsical, low-tech la de da Parade at Noon sponsored by the Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce. After the parade explore the town for an afternoon of great food, games, entertainment and live music. Find a place on the beach by the mouth of the Yachats river to watch the afternoon Duck Race. From the same beach or from almost anywhere downtown enjoy the Spectacular Fireworks at Sundown over the Yachats bay! A look at 2011: [2011 Flyer] [ 2011 la de da Events] [Parade Rules & Application]

July 4, 2012
Wednesday 11 am - 3 pm
Yachats Commons, W 4th & Hwy 101, [#15]
ANNUAL FOURTH OF JULY PIE & ICE CREAM SOCIAL
The Yachats Ladies Club will wow you with an incredible variety of delicious pies. A variety of beverages will also be sold. Come early for the best selection and before the pie is gone. FMI Sandy Dunn, Yachats Ladies Club President, (541) 547-3205.

July 4, 2012
Wednesday 2:30 pm
Yachats State Scenic Area at the Yachats River Bridge
ANNUAL DUCK FOR KIDS RACE
1,400+ Rubber Duckies will be launched near the Yachats River Bridge, just south of downtown Yachats to race down the river! Watch from the beach below the bridge at Yachats Ocean Road State Park. You may sponsor a duck for $5 or 3 ducks for $10. The first ducks across the finish line will win fantastic prizes. Beginning mid-June, buy your chance to win at the Yachats Visitors Center, 241 Hwy 101, (541) 547-3530; Chuck's Waldport Video, 520 Commercial St, (541) 563-4898 or at the Yachats Youth and Family Activities Program, (541)547-4599. All proceeds benefit YYFAP Programming.

July 13-15, 2012
Yachats Presbyterian Church, 360 W 7th St, [#13]
32nd ANNUAL
YACHATS MUSIC FESTIVAL
For over 30 years, Yachats has had the privilege of hosting internationally acclaimed artists of FOUR SEASONS. This magnificent music festival includes 3 days of cameo performances by 20 to 25 major classical artists. Don't miss this best kept secret on the Oregon CoaSt Tickets are now available for individual concerts held on Friday, Saturday & Sunday evenings, and a Sunday matinee. Beginning in June Tickets will be available online or may be purchased in Yachats at the Adobe Resort or the Yachats Visitors Center. FMI, please call (510) 845-4444, or visit Yachats Music Festival and Four Seasons Arts.

July 14, 2012
Saturday 11 am - 3 pm
Yachats Commons Picnic Shelter, W 5th & Hwy 101, [#15]
AHOY! YACHATS LIONS ANNUAL FISH FRY
(Formerly the Yachats Smelt Fry). The Yachats Lion's Fisherman's Dinner includes deep fried fish with baked beans, coleslaw, garlic bread and drink. $10 for persons 12 and older. $6 under 12. Home made pie $3 per slice. Advanced tickets can be purchased by Email, or by mailing a check to Yachats Lions, PO Box 66, Yachats, OR 97498-0066. FMI: Web Site.

Aug 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawing for a free Movie and ...
Yachats Farmers' Market, Sundays 9-2

August 4-5, 2012
Saturday 10 am-7 pm
Sunday 9 am -5 pm
Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 and W 5th St, [#15]
PATHWAYS TO TRANSFORMATION
Holistic Health, Psychics and Crafts Fair. Features over 60 booths and 25 seminars with topics covering health, well-being and spiritual development. A small Weekend Pass Donation includes all the seminars. Children 12 and under are free. The Fair Cafe will serve lunch and snacks. FMI: (541) 547-4664. Sponsored by Chuckling Cherubs.

August dates 2012 TBA
Saturday, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Yachats River Valley Rd
Sponsored by Forks Farm Flowers, [#36]
YACHATS RIVER VALLEY FARM TOUR
The Yachats River Valley Tour is Free and open to the public. Meet "up the river folks" who are using their land to raise anything from llamas to edible flowers. Visit up to seven farms, survey the operations and purchase locally produced products, including honey, vegetables, herbs and more! See 2011 Poster & Farms List (PDF).

Sept 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawing for a free Movie and ...
Yachats Farmers' Market, Sundays 9-2

September 1, 2012
Saturday 11 am - 3 pm
Yachats Ladies Club House, W 3rd & Pontiac, [#20]
13th Annual Yachats Ladies Club
LABOR DAY PIE & ICE CREAM SOCIAL
The Yachats Ladies Club will wow you with an incredible variety of delicious pies. A variety of beverages will also be sold. Come early for the best selection and before the pie is gone. FMI Sandy Dunn, Yachats Ladies Club President, (541) 547-3205.

September 1, 2012
Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm
Yachats Ocean Road State Park, [#39]
SKY CANDY 2012 - YACHATS KITE FESTIVAL
This wonderful reintroduced festival will take place on the beach at Yachats Ocean Road State Park on the south side of the Yachats River. There will be kite demonstrations, kite-making classes, contests, public kite flying....and more. Please stay posted for more information. Sponsored by Yachats Mercantile and GoYachats.

September 2, 2012
Sunday 7:30 - 11:30 am
Yachats Lions Hall, W 4th & Pontiac, [#19]
Yachats Lions Annual
ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Breakfast includes all you can eat pancakes, eggs over easy, choice of ham or sausage, milk, tea, or coffee. Please visit Yachats merchants after breakfast Sponsored by the Yachats Lions Club.

September 7-9, 2012
Friday, 3 pm to Sunday, 11 am
Pre-register by Sept 2
Held at the Yachats Inn (lawn and Tea Room) [#34]
FALL BLUES CAR SHOW & SHINE
Registration check-in is Friday afternoon from 3-7 pm and Saturday from 8 am to Noon. Saturday after dinner there will be a dance with live music by the Purple Cats from 8 pm until..? Please click here FMI.

September 22, 2012
Saturday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Register/pick up bags at the Visitors Center, 241 Hwy 101, [#21]
GREAT OREGON FALL BEACH CLEAN UP
Your opportunity to help keep Oregon's beautiful beaches clean. Come to the Yachats Visitors Center to register and pick up your bags. FMI: (541) 547-3530, 1-800-929-0477. Find the Yachats Visitors Center in the center of town next door to Yachats Village Market. This semiannual coast clean-up is sponsored by SOLV.

Oct 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawing for a free Movie and ...
Yachats Farmers' Market, Sundays 9-2
12th Anniversary Halloween Bash at the Drift Inn

October 5-7, 2012
Friday-Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Yachats Commons, Rm 8, Hwy 101 & W 5th St, [#15]
YACHATS ARTS GUILD FALL GALLERY
Please stay posted for information about 2012 exhibiting artists.

October 19-21, 2012
Friday 5 pm - Sunday 5 pm
Yachats Commons, Cape Perpetua and About Town
13th Annual
YACHATS VILLAGE MUSHROOM FEST
Come savor autumn on the Oregon coast where the fun-guys go -
to the Yachats Village Mushroom Fest!  Enjoy wild forest mushroom cuisine, expert led mushroom walks, talks and exhibits, culinary and fungi arts workshops, culinary mushroom markets, wine tasting, and live entertainment. Guided mushroom walks and exhibits are FREE and open to the public. The Yachats Village Mushroom Fest is produced by the Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce and is generously supported by the Cape Perpetua Visitors Center and Scenic Area, Gerdemann Botanical Preserve, the City of Yachats, Forest Ecologist Marla Gillham, OSU Faculty, Students and Alumni, Cascade Mycological Society, North American Truffling Society, Lincoln Co Mycological Society, Yachats Area restaurants and lodging establishments, Yachats Ladies Club, The Overleaf Event Center, Yachats Farmers Market, area naturalists, and many culinary mushroom enthusiasts. FMI please Email or call 1-800-929-0477, 541-547-3530. Please have a look at our 2011 Program.

October 21, 2012
Sunday 7:30 - 11:30 am
Yachats Lions Hall, W 4th & Pontiac, [#19]
Yachats Lions Annual
ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Breakfast includes all you can eat pancakes, eggs over easy, choice of ham or sausage, milk, tea, or coffee. Price - You Decide (by donation). Come Join the Fun! All profits go to support local nonprofit organizations. Please visit Yachats merchants after breakfast. Sponsored by the Yachats Lions Club.

Nov 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawing for a free Movie and ...
Crafts on the Coast Holidays Arts & Crafts Fair, Nov 3 & 4
Thanksgiving Dinner, Nov 22

November 9-11, 2012
Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 & W 5th St, [#15]
YACHATS CELTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL 
The Yachats Coastal Celtic Music Festival features world renowned acts and music from Ireland, Scotland, Asturias & Galicia. Click on the link above for information about performing artists. Please stay posted for program and ticket information. Produced by the Drift Inn Historic Cafe & Pub.

The 2011 Festival was sponsored by GoYachats, The Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce, and several local Lodging establishments.

THANKSGIVING THRU NEW YEAR'S
YACHATS WINTER CELEBRATION CALENDAR
The village is lit up & dressed in holiday cheer and offers a month long series of holiday music, food and cultural events. Stay posted for the 2012 schedule of events. Click here for a look at a previous (and typical) Winter Celebration Calendar.

December 2012
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawing for a free Movie and ...
Christmas Eve Party and Dinners; Christmas Day Buffet
New Year's Eve Dinners, Live Music, Masked Party

December 1-2, 2012
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm (lunch offered 11 am - 2 pm)
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm (no lunch available)
YLC Clubhouse, 286 W 3rd St, Yachats, [#20]
Yachats Ladies Club
85th Annual CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Crafts made by Ladies Club members include knit items, aprons, quilts, afghans, wall hangings, home decor, table runners, pot holders, potato bakers, casserole carriers, bake sale table, gift baskets and much more. Lunch on Saturday with famous Ladies Club Pies. Quilt raffle drawing at 2:00 on Sunday. FMI Sandy Dunn, Yachats Ladies Club President, (541) 547-3205.

December 2012 date TBA
7 pm - Little Log Church Museum, W 3rd & Pontiac
7:30 pm - Yachats Ladies Clubhouse, W 3rd & Pontiac, [#20]
Admission is Free.
WINTER CELEBRATION OPENING CEREMONY
WITH THE SWEET ADELINES
The Opening Ceremony is held at the Little Log Church Museum followed by a performance by the Sweet Adelines at the Yachats Ladies Clubhouse. Refreshments provided by the Yachats Ladies Club.

December 8-9 and 15-16, 2012
Saturdays and Sundays 4 - 7 pm
16th Annual
HECETA LIGHTSTATION
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE
The Queen Ann style Keeper's House will be decorated with Victorian flourishes inside and out. Enjoy warm drinks and treats and performances by local musicians. Santa Claus will be there, and there will be a holiday raffle with great prizes from local businesses. Shuttle service will be offered from Heceta Head Lighstation State Scenic Area parking lot to the front door. Or bring warm, rainproof clothing and a flashlight and enjoy a beautiful walk up from the parking lot/beach. The parking fee is $3 or present your Oregon Coast Passport. FMI: (541) 547-3696. The lightstation is located just 14 miles south of Yachats.

Dec 16 goodies sponsored by the Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce and the Yachats Ladies Club and refreshments served by Yachats Community volunteers.

December 2012 date TBA
Sunday, 3 pm
Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, 360 W 7th, [#13]
ANNUAL COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Featuring seasonal music performed by the Chancel Choir, Organ and Campanas Del Mar Handbells. Arrive early for seating! Refreshments to follow. FMI: (541) 547-3400.

December 2012 date TBA
Sunday 7:30 - 11:30 am
Yachats Lions Hall, W 4th & Pontiac, [#19]
LIONS PANCAKE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Santa comes to Yachats with a ho ho ho and a twinkle in his eye to see who's been naughty or nice. Breakfast includes all you can eat pancakes, eggs over easy, choice of ham or sausage, milk, tea, or coffee. Please visit Yachats merchants after breakfast. Sponsored by the Yachats Lions Club.

December 21, 2012
Pavilion behind the Yachats, W 4th St & Hwy 101, [#15]
Friday / Stay posted for time
3rd Annual WINTER SOLSTICE COMMUNITY BONFIRE
The Yachats Academy of Arts & Sciences will sponsor a community bonfire. Refreshments will be provided and Musical entertainment is likely. No admission fee for this community get-together, but donations will be accepted. Held in the Pavilion behind the Yachats Commons, W 4th St & Hwy 101. FMI (541) 547-4713.

December 24, 2012
Monday 7 pm and 11 pm
Yachats Community Presbyterian Church, 360 W 7th St, [#13]
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE
Both services will feature Christmas carols, lessons & communion.

December 26, 2012 - January 1, 2013
10 a.m - 1 pm
WINTER WHALE WATCH
Whale watch interpreters at Cape Perpetua Visitors' Center and Cook's Chasm. FMI: Morris Grover, (541) 765-3304, Email.

Januray 1, 2013
Tuesday, 12 Noon
Meet at the Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 & W 4th St, [#15]
3rd Annual NEW YEAR'S PEACE WALK
Start the New Year on the right foot! Join the Yachats Trails Committee for an invigorating walk from the Commons to the Amanda Statue where the group will take a few moments to offer blessings for peace in the New Year. FMI, contact Lauralee, Email, (541) 547-3640. [See 2011 News Release].

January 19-20, 2013
10 am-4 pm, Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 & W 4th, [#15]
YACHATS AGATE FESTIVAL
The village gem invites you to the first ever Yachats Agate Festival and Gem-Mineral-Fossil Show. This weekend festival will feature spectacular displays as well as family friendly learning opportunities for all ages. Presented by Planet Yachats and the Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce. A look at the 2012 Festival: Media Release.

VENDORS: Please Click here for Festival Guidelines & Reservation Forms.

January 26, 2013
Saturday 4 pm
Yachats Lions Hall, W 4th & Pontiac [#19] (and)
Yachats Commons Picnic Shelter, W 5th & Hwy 101, [#15]
YACHATS LIONS ANNUAL CRAB FEED
4 p.m. until the food is gone! All you can eat crab with french bread, cole slaw, baked beans, soda or coffee. Advance tickets are available at Shirley's in Yachats, or by contacting Jerry Musial at (541)547-3498 or Email. Web Site.

February 2013
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Ongoing Live Music in Pubs, Lounges, Cafes
Ongoing Featured Artists Exhibits
Ongoing Wine Tastings on Saturdays
Ongoing Monthly Drawings
Yachats Winter Arts Fest
Valentine's Dinners and Packages (announced as the date nears)

February 2, 2013
Saturday 7:00 pm
Yachats Commons Auditorium, Hwy 101 & W 5th, [#15]
18th Annual  YACHATS LIONS BARBERSHOP FESTIVAL
Live Barbershop music concert. After the concert, join us for the After Glow at the Yachats Lions Hall for more live music, wonderful food selections, and fun for everyone. Concert information will become available as the date nears. FMI, please Email. Sponsored by the Yachats Lions Club.

February 14, 2013
Thursday, 5:30 pm
Little Log Church, W 3rd & Pontiac, [#20]
St Valentine's
WEDDING VOW RENEWAL CEREMONY
An annual Celebration of Renewal and Commitment. Sponsored by the Little Log Church. FMI or To register: (541) 547-4547, (541) 547-3976.

February 15-18, 2013
Friday-Monday
Yachats Commons, Hwy 101 & W 5th, [#15] and other locations about town to be announced.
VILLAGE DOLLS & TINY QUILTS SHOW
This four-day event will include Displays, Vendors, Presenters and Workshops. Please stay posted! The event details and weekend schedule will be posted here as the date nears. Sponsored by the Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce.

Events at the Yachats Commons: (541) 547-4734
Go Yachats Interactive Community Calendar
Yachats Youth Activities Program: (541) 547-4599
OCCA's Arts and Entertainment on the Coast
Waldport Chamber of Commerce
Port of Alsea
Newport Chamber of Commerce
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival-[Feb.] 1-800-COAST44, (541) 265-8801
Jazz At Newport [Oct.] 1-888-701-7123 or (541) 265-2787
Newport's Annual Oyster Cloyster- [Nov.] (541) 574-7131
Newport Performing Arts Center: (541) 265-2787
Newport Visual Arts Center: (541) 265-6540
Newport's Historic Nye Beach Area
Oregon Coast Aquarium
Hatfield Marine Science Center
Yaquina Bay Light Station &
Yaquina Head Lighthouse & Natural Area
Chinook Winds Casino and Convention Center [Lincoln City]:
1-888-MAIN ACT; FASTIXX Outlet: 1-800-922-TIXX
Oregon Coast History Center
Lincoln County
Florence Chamber of Commerce
Florence Annual Events: (541) 997-3128
Florence Events Center: 1-888-968-4086; (541) 997-1994
Three Rivers Casino, [Florence]
Central Oregon Coast Association
Oregon Coast Visitors' Association: 1-888-628-2101;
(541) 574-2679
Oregon Tourism Commission

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