Jenni Gemillard The presentation, titled “Adak Alaska" …A Revisit to the past with Dad,” will reflect on a return journey to Adak, where the speaker’s father was stationed during the Cold War era.

Ric Neese In this interview from CBS Mornings, correspondent Steve Hartman and director Joshua Seftel discuss their Oscar-winning documentary short, All the Empty Rooms. The film memorializes children killed in school shootings by documenting the bedrooms they left behind—spaces preserved by their families as "sacred memorials." Breaking the Cycle of Numbness: Hartman reveals he started … Continue reading All the Empty Rooms – Steve Hartman – Ric Neese, Presenter →

Brenda Luntzel

Dan Howard “I’m very ambitious,” Howard said. “I aim high.” Tall, buoyant and informal, with a disarming smile and rapid-fire way of speaking, Dan will create an exciting presentation of "Fun with Composers who Monetize." This promises to be a "Don't miss," event.

Lucinda Taylor Habitat for Humanity isn’t just a construction crew; it’s a global powerhouse of radical neighborliness. They operate on the belief that a roof over one’s head is the foundation for everything else—health, education, and financial stability. Here is a look at how they turn blueprints into breakthroughs: 1. Sweat Equity, Not Handouts Habitat … Continue reading Building Hope, One Brick at a Time: The Power of Radical Neighborliness – Lucinda Tayor, Presenter →

Kathleen Hackett What We’ll Discover Together In our session about the Hatfield Marine Science Center, we’ll be stepping into the heart of coastal innovation. Here is a look at what I’ll help you learn and experience: Hands-On Marine Science: You will get a front-row seat to the Pacific. I’ll show you how we use our … Continue reading Hatfield Marine Center -Kathleen Hackett, Presenter →

Krista Eddy The Lincoln City Cultural Center (LCCC) is on a mission to spark imagination and foster essential life skills in our local youth. From critical thinking to emotional intelligence, art education is a cornerstone of student development—and we’re bringing that energy directly to you! Discover the Impact Join Visual Arts Director Krista Eddy for … Continue reading Unleash Creativity: Youth Art at the Lincoln City Cultural Center – Krista Eddy, Presenter →

Ken Willett Ken has been in software development and technology for over 50 years. With degrees in Math, Physics, Computer Science and Systems Science, Ken was one of the founders of Mentor Graphics Corporation and founder of Ignis Systems Corporation. He is retired and currently lives in Portland. Here is an intriguing post based on … Continue reading From Math to Mind: A 50-Year Perspective on the Rise of AI – Ken Willett, Presenter →

Allison Dennis Execuitive Director "The Sitka Center offers workshops, residencies and community events, while maintaining a facility appropriate to its needs in harmony with its inspirational coastal environment near Cascade Head and the Salmon River estuary. Founded in 1970, the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology fosters creativity, intellectual inquiry and education. By helping others discover … Continue reading Sitka Center For Art & Ecology – Allison Dennis, Presenter →

Geoff Levear The Accordion: History, Mechanics, and Versatility Introduction This presentation will explore the history of the accordion, as well as explain how the instrument produces its distinctive sound. How Accordions Work We will take a look inside the accordion to understand the internal mechanisms responsible for generating sound. The way the instrument is constructed … Continue reading “More than you ever need to know about Accordions” – Geoff Levear, Presenter →

Alan Holzapfel An Empire of Dreams features the key depots along the original 142-mile long Oregon Pacific Railroad Company. The exhibit backs up to the post office building along the west side of our platform. The mile posts are placed at a scale of one foot equals one mile. Our caboose has historic photographs about logging, … Continue reading Yaquina Pacific Railroad and Historic Society and Operation Lifesaver – Alan Holzapfel, Presenter →

Keith and Betsy Altomare  have owned the Bijou for 28 years as of 2024. The Bijou was erected in 1937 as the "Lakeside Theatre" to serve the needs of a growing community by providing entertainment. Now with first run movies, timeless classics and matinees every day of the year, the Bijou has truly been a … Continue reading The Show that Starts on the Sidewalk – The Bijou Theatre -Betsy Altomare, Presenter →

Robert Portwood 📚 Bob’s Beach Books: A Coastal Classic Founded in 1999 by Robert Portwood, Bob’s Beach Books was envisioned as the curated, "new-book" counterpart to the sprawling, maze-like halls of Robert’s Bookshop. While the original shop is a treasure hunter's paradise for used titles, Bob's offers a refined, cozy atmosphere perfect for a beach … Continue reading The Story of Bob’s Beach Books – Robert Portwood, Presenter →

Ted Crego

Nancy Doty Villages NW is an important part of the nationwide Village Movement  in the U.S. as it has developed in the region around Portland, Oregon. We have 10 local Villages (list) in the immediate Portland Metro area, and one along the North Oregon Coast, empowering older adults to remain in charge of their lives and flourish as they … Continue reading “Villages NW: Empowering Older Adults to Remain in Charge of their Lives and Flourish” – Nancy Doty, Presenter →

Paul Roberts, MSc Staff Scientist/ Project & Communications Manager I CHBC Board Member With over 25 years of hands-on experience, Paul Roberts is an environmental scientist whose passion for nature and community shines in everything he does. From pioneering advances in environmental sampling and continuous monitoring systems to launching his own company, Robertson Environmental LLC, in … Continue reading The Cascade Biosphere Paul Roberts, MSc, Presenter →

Taunette Dixon The Newport Fishermen's Wives is a non-profit corporation of fishermen's wives, mothers, daughters, and friends, supporting a strong sense of community helping to further the causes of industry, safety, seafood education, and family support.

Heather Hatton

Sharyn Jasmer

Niki Price Where else but Oregon would you find a statewide program to protect cultural vitality? Created in 2001 by the Oregon Legislature, the Oregon Cultural Trust is a testimony to how much Oregonians value culture. No other state provides a 100 percent tax credit to inspire cultural giving. As uniquely Oregonian as public beaches … Continue reading The Oregon Cultural Trust – Niki Price, Presenter →