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Friday, April 18, 2025
Oregon Beach Weather
Active Weather Alerts – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT SATURDAY... ...HAZARDOUS SEAS WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 11 PM PDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and steep seas 6 to 8 ft through early Saturday morning. Seas increase Saturday, becoming steep to very steep 8 to 10 ft. * WHERE...All areas will experience conditions hazardous to small craft through Saturday morning. Very steep seas develop Saturday south of Coos Bay and beyond 10 nm from shore, except closer to shore in the vicinity of Cape Blanco. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 11 PM PDT Saturday. For the Hazardous Seas Warning, from 8 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Very steep and hazardous seas could capsize or damage vessels. Bar crossings will become especially treacherous. * View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
Oregon Historical Society and America 250 Oregon Commission Encourages Participation in “Two Lights for Tomorrow” – As part of the nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence
— On the night of April 18, 1775, Paul Revere, William Dawes, and others rode to Lexington, Massachusetts, warning minutemen and households about the approach of British forces. Behind him, lanterns in the steeple of the Old North Church were shining the agreed upon code made famous by poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, “One if by land, and two if by sea.” The next day, April 19, were the battles of Lexington and Concord — and the colonists were well prepared.
As part of the nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the America 250 Oregon Commission joins semiquincentennial commissions across the country in Two Lights for Tomorrow, a multi-state initiative that reminds citizens everywhere that our shared history is grounded in coming together to build a more perfect union.
Oregonians are called to participate by shining two lights on April 18, 2025, in their homes and community spaces.
“The America 250 Oregon Commission hopes that communities across the state will join us in Two Lights for Tomorrow to kick off the semiquincentennial commemorations,” said Kerry Tymchuk, Executive Director of the Oregon Historical Society and Chairman of the America 250 Oregon Commission. “Any kind of light can be used in any size building, be it a home, office, museum, community center, or government building. Using the imagery of shining lights as a uniting call to action, Two Lights for Tomorrow reminds us of the importance of working together for a promising future.”
If you or your organization is interested in getting involved with the America 250 Oregon commemoration, please contact egon.250@ohs.org” > oregon.250@ohs.org or sign up for the official America 250 Oregon email list.
About the America 250 Oregon Commission – The mission of the America 250 Oregon Commission is to coordinate, provide guidance, and ensure that Oregon’s official observance of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States is inclusive and shares the histories of Oregon’s diverse populations, including the histories of the Indigenous peoples who have resided here since time immemorial. Learn more at oregon250.org.
The Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale Starts Today
The 25th annual Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale returns over Easter weekend —- The Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale is April 18-20, 2025. Explore home decor, tools, books, furniture and unique finds while enjoying scenic coastal towns.
From Otis to Depoe Bay, more than 70 participants open their garages, driveways and yards to bargain hunters, collectors, and treasure seekers.
Each participating location is listed on an easy-to-navigate garage sale map. View addresses, sale hours and descriptions of the items for sale. Some sellers include their preferred payment methods.
View the Great Oregon Coast Garage Sale map here: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=18kkhdroP9JihcSD2f376KUxgfvC9nOQ&hl=en&femb=1&ll=44.911217158709334%2C-123.97164985000002&z=11
Be sure to bring cash, reusable bags, snacks and a water bottle to make the most of your garage sale experience.
Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad · The first departures of OCSR’s Easter Eggstravaganza Train ride start today!
Trains are departing at 1:30 and 3:00 PM today, and while the 1:30 trip is nearly full, there are still tickets available for the 3 PM departure.
To book tickets, you can either walk-up and purchase them at our Garibaldi Depot, call (503)-842-7972 or book online at https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/easter-train/
Trains will also be departing on Saturday at 10:30 AM, 12 PM and 1:30 PM and Sunday at 12 PM and 1:30 PM. This 1-hour long train ride, powered by our 99 year-old steam locomotive McCloud River Railroad #25, travels along the scenic Tillamook Bay and coastal estuaries between Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach! This special event ride features Easter Bunny hopping from car to car to visit with each and every family aboard the train! Each child will also receive a giant egg packed with goodies like toys and candy!
Pony Village Mall, North Bend, OR
Join us for a hoppin’ good time with the Easter Bunny!
Dates & Times:
Friday, April 18th | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Saturday, April 19th | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Pricing:
$10 – 4×6 Print $25 – 3 Prints (perfect for families or group shots!)
Each print purchase also includes free digital downloads after the event!Bring the kids, dress in your spring best, and create a sweet memory with the Easter Bunny! All photos are taken using professional lighting and equipment by Oregon Coast Photo Booth – you’ll leave with high-quality keepsakes to cherish.No appointment is necessary – walk-ups are welcome!
Thank you to Pony Village Mall for hosting this fun community event! INFO: https://www.facebook.com/events/903409448486623/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22groups_highlight_units%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D
2025 Oregon Coast Easter Events
https://www.oregoncoasttoday.com/calendar
AMVETS Post 10 is set to host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 10 a.m.
The event will take place at Kingsview Christian School, located at 1850 Clark St.
Children aged 0-12 will be divided into three groups—0-4, 5-8, and 9-12—for the egg hunts, with hiding spots becoming more challenging for older participants. The first 60 children to arrive will receive an Easter bucket to assist in their hunt.
In addition to the egg hunts, the event will feature photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny and visits from local first responders. Prize eggs and golden egg baskets will be hidden throughout the area, offering exciting rewards for lucky participants. Complimentary coffee and cocoa will be available while supplies last.
Columbia River Maritime Museum · HAPPY EASTER!
The Columbia River Maritime Museum is OPEN 9:30AM – 5:00PM daily, including Easter.HOP on it and see all we have to offer!MORE THAN YOU IMAGINED!
Earth Day weekend in Lincoln City!
Join us this Saturday, April 19 at 10 am for beach cleanups at:- the 26th St. Beach Access Point- Chinook Winds Casino- Roads End State Recreation SitePlus, from April 19-22, we’re hiding fifty special Earth Day glass floats along the beach!
While you’re searching for floats, bring a bag with you and collect any trash you find along the way. Snap a pic of your collected trash and enter our “Trash for Treasures” monthly drawing for a chance to win a float by mail!
Easter Bunny Express, April 19th! Get your tickets now
It’s spring, the flowers are blooming and the bunnies are hopping—time for a delightful spring train ride behind a steam locomotive!
Polson #2 is coming out of the Enginehouse to pull all three runs of the Easter Bunny Express Saturday, April 19. Trains leave at 1pm, 2:30pm and 4 pm. Come along to smell the flowers and take selfies with our Easter Bunny. Enjoy a scenic 45-minute ride along the Willamette River in Portland to Oaks Park and back.
Hop aboard the first ride of the season! Get your tickets at https://orhf.org/saturday-train-rides/.
Run for the Trees – the Bob Ross-inspired Happy Little (Virtual) 5K
Oregon Parks Forever — Inspired by American painter and PBS television personality Bob Ross’ love of the outdoors, Oregon Parks Forever is sponsoring a virtual 5K race to help plant trees in Oregon’s parks & forests. Registration is now open for the 2025 Run for the Trees at www.orparksforever.org.
Inspired by American painter and PBS television personality Bob Ross’ love of the outdoors, Oregon Parks Forever is sponsoring a virtual 5K race to help plant trees in Oregon’s parks & forests. You must register by April 1st in order to get your shirts and medal before the event.
Participants can walk, run, paddle or roll to complete their 5K anywhere outdoors anytime between April 19 and 27 (covering Earth Day and Arbor Day). Participants are encouraged to register by April 1 to ensure that your swag arrives before the event week. If you register after April 1, you may not receive your swag before race week. Registration will close on April 15.
For $36 per person, each participant will receive a keepsake Happy Little T-shirt, a commemorative bib number and a finisher’s medal. All Oregon race proceeds support tree planting and forest protection efforts in Oregon parks. Ten trees will be planted in Oregon for each registration. This year, the trees will be planted in the Santiam Canyon.
Initially, the “Happy Little Trees” program began with a partnership between the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Bob Ross Inc., with hundreds of volunteers helping to plant “happy little trees” at locations hard-hit by invasive pests and tree diseases. The partnership quickly expanded to include the Run for the Trees / Happy Little (Virtual) 5K.
As the Happy Little 5K gained popularity, more states have joined the effort. Now in its fifth year, the Happy Little 5K has expanded its reach to include eleven other states. Together, Michigan, Oregon, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Wisconsin, Maryland, Virginia and Tennessee will “lock arms” as they help raise awareness and funding for stewardship efforts in each state’s parks.
“We are thrilled to partner with Bob Ross, Inc. and these other eleven states on the Happy Little 5K concept as a way to honor the late Bob Ross and create a legacy event to plant trees,” said Seth Miller, Executive Director of Oregon Parks Forever.”
Oregon Parks Forever is joining this event as an expansion of our efforts to fund the replanting of trees killed by wildfires, heat domes and invasive insects. Over the past two years, Oregon Parks Forever has been able to fund the replanting of more than 800,000 trees across Oregon.
“The official Bob Ross 5K is probably our most favorite initiative,” says Joan Kowalski, president of Bob Ross Company. “It’s the perfect blend of everything Bob held dear; nature, taking care of the environment, and happy trees too of course. He would have been so pleased to see how it’s getting so popular around the world.” — Learn more about the program at www.orparksforever.org.
https://www.oregon.gov/osp/missing/pages/missingpersons.aspx
Oregon’s Missing Persons
Many times you’ll see postings without case numbers or police contact. There is rarely a nefarious reason why (the nefarious ones are pretty obvious). Usually the loved one tried to call to report their missing person and they are either refused or told to wait a day or two by people who are unaware of SB 351 and the laws that they are bound to when answering the phone. Many people don’t bother calling LE if their loved one is homeless or in transition because they believe LE won’t care. The biggest myth is the 24 hour rule.
In Oregon we don’t have those rules and an officer or person answering the phone is not allowed to decide. The law decides. We have Senate Bill 351 and it states that the police CANNOT refuse a request for any reason and they must begin working on it within 12 hours. The person making the report does not have to be related to missing person either.
Here is SB 351 written by families of the missing here in Oregon in conjunction with Oregon law enforcement officers. This should be common knowledge, please make it this way. https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/…/SB351/Introduced
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