“Rites of Spring”

North Lincoln County Historical Museum • Lincoln City

An opening reception for this exhibit of works by well-known Lincoln City watercolorist Marcel LaRocque, who lived at the Oregon Coast until his death in 1988. 2 pm, 4907 SW Hwy. 101. FMI, call 541-996-6614.

Dive Volunteer Recruiting Day

Oregon Coast Aquarium • Newport

Get an overview of the dive program, a tour of the Passages of the Deep and information about the certifications and skills necessary to become a volunteer diver. 9 am, 2820 SE Ferry Slip Road. FMI, go to aquarium.org or call 541-867-3474.

Newport Farmers Market

Lincoln County Commons • Newport

Snug in the fairgrounds exhibition hall, this market features locally made handcrafts, art, specialty foods and fresh fruits, vegetables and farm products from Lincoln County farms and growers from surrounding areas. 9 am-1 pm, 633 NE 3rd Street. FMI, go to www.newportfarmersmarket.org.

Arts and Crafts

Salishan Marketplace • Gleneden Beach

Bring your creativity for these classes, located in the Adventure Office. 10 am-noon, 7760 North Hwy. 101. $18. Register online at www.salishan.com.

“Make a Floral Suncatcher”

Lincoln City Cultural Center

Mosaicist Joanne Daschel leads students through the process of making an eight-inch suncatcher with stained glass. The class concludes with a session from 10 am to noon on Sunday. $125. 10 am-4 pm, 540 NE Highway 101. Register at www.joannedaschel.com.

Art Smart

Artists’ Studio Association • Lincoln City

A chance for kids aged seven to 13 to stretch their imaginations and learn new art skills by creating the story: “Shapeshifters and Their Journey Home.” Drop-ins are welcome, $5 per class. Three sessions available: 10:30 am-noon; 1-2:30 pm; and 3-4:30 pm, 620 NE Hwy. 101. FMI, go to asaart.net or call 541-996-4442.

Genealogy Talk

Toledo Public Library

The Lincoln County Genealogical Society welcomes F. J. (“Séamus”) Taylor, a life-long student of Celtic history and tradition, for a talk on the wanderings, the ways, the history and the culture of these early peoples. 10:30 am-noon, 173 NW 7th Street.

Visual Arts Workshop

Hoffman Center for the Arts • Manzanita

Dorata Haber Lehigh guides participants through “Native Trees Sketchbook Approach in Colored Pencil.” $45. 10 am-3 pm, 594 Laneda Avenue. FMI, call 503-368-3846.

Inspired by Nature

Hoffman Center for the Arts • Manzanita

An opening reception for this new exhibit, featuring paintings by Jenny Stanley and acrylic paintings and prints by Christine Harrison alongside works by ceramics artists Shane Sjogren and Leverng Thomas. Light refreshments served. 3-5 pm, 594 Laneda Avenue. FMI, call 503-368-3846.

Speaker Series

Cape Perpetua Visitor Center • Yachats

Jamie Kish, the photographer, artist and biologist behind Girl in Water Photography, explains how she creates a scientific and emotional connection with her photography and how we can further protect and appreciate the environment. 11 am, 2400 Hwy. 101. FMI, call 541-547-3289.

Newport Nonbelievers

Newport Public Library

The secular, Humanist discussion group asks the question: “Raising Children, Secular or Sectarian?” All ages are religious persuasions welcome. 1:30 pm, 35 NW Nye Street. FMI, email newnon1@outlook.com.

“Cinderella”

Newport Performing Arts Center

2 pm and again at 7 pm. See Friday listing.

Bulls & Broncs Rodeo

Tillamook County Fairgrounds • Tillamook

The fun event returns for a fifth year with vendors, a food court, the Wild Hog Watering Hole, a mechanical bull, alcoholic beverage service and a professional rodeo clown. $12 for adults, $10 for kids 12 and younger, free for ages two and under. 7-11 pm, 4603 East 3rd Street. FMI, go to www.tillamookfair.com/events.

“I Am Jazz” Story Time

Toledo Public Library

This special story time celebrates the message of acceptance and anti-bullying in “I Am Jazz,” co-written by transgender trailblazer Jazz Jennings. 3-4 pm, 173 NW 7th Street. FMI, go to www.cityoftoledo.org/library.

Paint and Sip

Salishan Marketplace • Gleneden Beach

Indulge your inner artist, regardless of age or skill level. Includes light instruction, two wine tastings and your take-home masterpiece. $45. Register at salishan.com. 3-5 pm, 7760 North Highway 101.

Pearls of Wisdom

Oregon Coast Community College • Newport

This gala fund-raiser promises an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at several degree programs and a lively banquet featuring song and scholarship. $75. 5:30 pm, 400 SE College Way. FMI, go to www.oregoncoastcc.org or call 541-996-6222.

“Murder at Studio 54”

Beach Club and Event Center • Lincoln City

Enjoy an evening of great food and an intriguing whodunnit performed by the Taft High 7-12 Drama troupe. Take a guess and you might win the grand prize. Dinner includes pork or vegetarian options. Proceeds support this year’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors.” Tickets, $25 each or $40 for a couple. 6:30 pm, 2020 NE 22nd Street. FMI, contact Leeann Gabler at 541-921-3242.

Winter Concert Series

First Presbyterian Church of Newport

A free concert from Newport Symphony concertmaster and violinist Casey Bozell, accompanied by John Hubbard on cello and Chris Engbretson on piano. Sponsored by the Oregon Coast Youth Symphony Festival. Donations accepted at the door. 7-8:30 pm, 227 NE 12th Street.

“Cocktail Hour”

Theatre West • Lincoln City

A comedy of manners directed by Bryan Kirsch. A playwright returns to his family’s upstate New York home with his new play — about them. As the martinis flow so do the recriminations and revelations. 7:30 pm, 3536 SE Highway 101. Tickets, $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and students, available at www.theatrewest.com or by calling 541-994-5663.