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SUMMARY:The Butterfly Effect: From Classrooms to Coastal Meadows - Allison Dennis\, Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Allison Dennis Execuitive Director\nSitka Center for Art and Ecology \nWhat can happen when a child gets time at school to make art\, a scientist gets time to pursue a new idea\, or a patch of invasive grass becomes a native meadow? \nJoin Sitka Center for Art and Ecology Executive Director Alison Dennis and Facilities and Ecology Director Jake Simondet for a look at how small beginnings can lead to lasting change. Alison will introduce Sitka’s work in arts and ecology education\, residencies and public programs\, along with the priorities guiding its next five years. Jake will take us into Sitka’s 80-acre nature preserve at Cascade Head\, where the team is restoring coastal meadow habitat for native plants\, pollinators and the endangered Oregon silverspot butterfly. They’ll also share ways OCLI members can take part\, from joining a workshop or artist talk to volunteering and supporting Sitka’s work. \nSpeaker bios \nAlison Dennis has served as Executive Director of Sitka Center for Art and Ecology since 2018. She leads the organization’s work to expand access to art and nature through all-ages arts and ecology education\, residencies for professional artists and scientists\, and stewardship of its Cascade Head preserve. Under her leadership\, Sitka has grown K-8 Create to reach more than 5\,000 students across three coastal counties and adopted a new strategic plan focused on youth arts access\, support for artists and habitat restoration. \nJake Simondet is Sitka Center for Art and Ecology’s Facilities and Ecology Director. He leads stewardship of Sitka’s campus and 80-acre nature preserve at Cascade Head\, including a long-term effort to restore coastal meadow habitat. His work brings together invasive species removal\, native plant establishment and careful observation of a changing landscape. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/sitka-center-for-art-ecology-allison-dennis-presenter/
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SUMMARY:“More than you ever need to know about Accordions” - Geoff Levear\, Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Geoff Levear\nThe Accordion: History\, Mechanics\, and Versatility \nIntroduction\nThis presentation will explore the history of the accordion\, as well as explain how the instrument produces its distinctive sound. \nHow Accordions Work\nWe will take a look inside the accordion to understand the internal mechanisms responsible for generating sound. The way the instrument is constructed plays a significant role in its unique tonal qualities. \nRegional Differences in Sound\nAccordions from different regions—such as Italy\, France\, Germany\, and China—each have their own characteristic sound. We will discover how these differences arise depending on where the instrument is made. \nThe Mystery of the Buttons\nAnother aspect we will address is the abundance of buttons on the accordion. We will learn why there are so many and what functions they serve. \nBeyond Oktoberfest: Accordion Versatility\nFinally\, we will see that the accordion is not limited to Oktoberfest or traditional folk music. In fact\, this instrument can fit into any genre\, highlighting its remarkable adaptability. \n 
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/more-than-you-ever-need-to-know-about-accordions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T093000
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SUMMARY:Whose Job Is It? Workforce Development in Northwest Oregon - Niki Price\, Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Robotic factories\, housing shortages\, global competition and the rising cost of education — there are plenty of reasons to worry about our workforce. Fortunately\, there’s a dedicated system of state agencies\, nonprofits and local governments designed to meet these challenges and prepare Oregonians for high-demand\, good-paying jobs of the future. Join Niki Price\, the new program director for Northwest Oregon Works\, for a discussion on the who\, what\, where and data behind workforce development in our region. Bonus for your next family gathering: the presentation will include handouts and great links to share with the job-seekers in your life. \nNiki Price –\nis a development and communications specialist who loves to build trust and find solutions. With a liberal arts degree and a knack for news\, she spent two decades as a writer\, editor and copyeditor for small newspapers — first in her native Arizona\, and later in New Mexico and Oregon. Niki and her husband Dave Price are the co-founders of a tourist-oriented weekly paper\, The Oregon Coast TODAY\, which they operated together until its sale in 2012. Taking a professional pivot\, Niki spent 14 years as the executive director of the Lincoln City Cultural Center\, a rural nonprofit presenting concerts\, exhibits\, festivals and classes at the historic Delake School\, on Hwy. 101. Her volunteer roles include chairmanship of the Lincoln County Cultural Coalition and the Lincoln City Public Art Committee and 10 years on the governor-appointed board of the Oregon Cultural Trust. The urge to serve recently led her to the Oregon State Capitol\, where she worked as a legislative aide for Rep. David Gomberg\, in the 2025 and 2026 sessions. In March 2026\, she was named the Program Director of Northwest Oregon Works\, the workforce development board for our five-county region on the north Oregon Coast. Niki and Dave live in Lincoln City with a garden menagerie of one coon hound\, two tabby cats named after prime ministers and five hens who\, unlike Prices’ two children\, have not yet flown the coop.\n 
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/the-oregon-cultural-trust-niki-price-presenter-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T111000
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SUMMARY:"How we run an independent movie theater." - Betsy Altomare\, Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Keith and Betsy Altomore\nThe Bijou was erected in 1937 as the “Lakeside Theatre” to serve the needs of a growing community by providing entertainment. The Altomares have owned the Bijou for 30 years as of 2026. \nBetsy is going to discuss everything about running the theatre from the history of the Bijou to how they book the films\, equipment  used\, marketing the movies and more. \nBio for Keith and Betsy Altomare is: \nKeith and I moved up from California in 1996 after the Los Angeles Riots\, earthquake and fires. We wanted to raise our daughter in a small town. \nWe were both in the music industry. Keith was VP of sale at Rhino records and I worked for a music magazine called HITS. \nNow with first run movies\, timeless classics and matinees every day of the year\, the Bijou has truly been a place where movies still matter Many have come to escape reality and daydream\, envision the future\, or to re-visit the past. \nCouples have broken up\, made up\, and fallen in love under the bathe of the light of our silver screen. They have fought crime\, solved the mystery and sometimes they’ve become the bad guy… \n 
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/the-show-that-starts-on-the-sidewalk-the-bijou-theatre-betsy-altomare-presenter/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261020T093000
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SUMMARY:40 Years Among the Books: A Coastal Bookseller’s Story by Robert Portwood \, Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Robert Portwood\nRobert has been a fixture of Lincoln City’s literary landscape\, building two beloved bookstores into destinations for locals and visitors alike. In this talk he shares stories from a career in the new and used book trade. \nFrom the rugged landscapes of Alaska to the disciplined life of an Army Lieutenant\, my journey to becoming a bookseller has been anything but linear. After serving six years in the Field Artillery and a subsequent stint in the construction industry\, a literal slip from a ladder served as my wake-up call to trade the toolbelt for something a bit more cerebral. In 1987\, with the unwavering support of my wife\, I took a leap of faith and founded Robert’s Bookshop from the ground up. \nToday\, with nearly 40 years in the trade\, I’ve found that the book business is where I truly belong. What started as a career shift born of necessity blossomed into a lifelong passion for connecting readers with great stories. It took years of grit and partnership to make the shop self-supporting\, but looking back on the decades spent surrounded by pages and patrons\, I can happily say I’ve found work that I don’t just do\, but truly enjoy. \nAbout Robert’s Bookshop\nRobert’s Bookshop has been in business since 1987. We stock over 200\,000 used and antiquarian volumes\, with approximately 50\,000 in storage\, waiting patiently for attention. More books are available only through our website. Our stock is very general\, with 2000 square feet given to modern and vintage paperbacks and 2500 square feet to hardcovers of every description\, and we also carry comics\, movies\, and music. The store is decorated with ephemera\, interesting objects\, and original illustration art. The illustration art we have on display are the paintings used to produce the covers\, sometimes interior illustrations\, for books. \n\nWhy It’s a Local Favorite:\nThe Vibe: Located right on Highway 101\, the shop is famous for its warm “beach-day” energy—and the occasional foster kittens roaming the aisles. \nExpertly Curated: Managed by Robert’s daughter\, Diana Portwood\, the store specializes in high-demand fiction\, mysteries\, and a deep collection of Pacific Northwest regional titles. \nCommunity Hub: It’s a cornerstone of the local literary scene\, most notably hosting the Northwest Author Fair\, which brings together talent from across the region. \nWhether you’re looking for the latest bestseller or a hidden gem about the Oregon coast\, Bob’s provides the perfect intimate escape from the “big-box” world.
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/the-story-of-bobs-beach-books-robert-portwood-presenter/
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SUMMARY:Elevate Your Travel Photography by Ted Crego and Kim Cuc Tran\, Presenters
DESCRIPTION:Ted Crego and Kim Cuc Tran\nLearn how to capture more compelling images when Kim Cuc Tran and Ted Crego discuss their travel photography. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nThe presentation will explore what makes a strong travel photograph\, including impact\, composition\, and technique. They will demonstrate how to evaluate images\, post-processing techniques\, and the latest software tools. The program will also feature  stories from the couple’s travels and a slideshow of their award-winning images. \nTed Crego\n\nAn award-winning artist\, Ted has been recognized by the Photographic Society of America and the Oregon State Fair. As a board member and former president of the Yaquina Art Association Photographers\, he remains an active mentor within the local arts community. \n\nTed Crego is a Newport-based fine art photographer and retired ceramic engineer specializing in visual storytelling. Meticulous in his craft\, Crego utilizes technical precision during post-processing to emphasize a clear center of interest in every subject. \nDriven by the belief that there is always something new to learn\, Ted and his wife\, Kim Cuc Tran\, have traveled globally—from Tibet to Tanzania—capturing compelling imagery. While his portfolio spans continents\, he remains deeply inspired by the rugged beauty of the Oregon coast. An award-winning artist and former president of the Yaquina Art Association Photographers\, Ted continues to mentor and inspire the local community. \n\nKim Cuc Tran\nIs a distinguished fine art photographer and retired chemical engineer based in Newport\, Oregon. Since 1993\, she has honed her craft through formal study with the Vietnamese Artistic Photographic Association and Tri-Community Photography School. Guided by the mantra “Simplify\, simplify\, simplify\,” Kim enters a flow state to capture evocative abstracts\, landscapes\, and wildlife. \nAlongside her husband\, Ted Crego\, she has traveled globally to document diverse cultures and terrains\, though she remains partial to the Oregon coast. An award-winning artist and active community leader\, Kim currently serves as Program Chair for the Yaquina Art Association Photographers.
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/exquisite-photography-ted-crego-presenter/
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SUMMARY:Healthy Watersheds\, Healthy Communities: Explore the Work of the MidCoast Watersheds Council - Cheryl Horton and Megan Hoff\, Presenters
DESCRIPTION:Cheryl Horton\n○ Cheryl Horton is the Estuary Program Manager at MidCoast Watersheds Council. She works on tidal wetland restoration and monitoring in estuaries – dynamic ecosystems where rivers meet the sea. Her educational background is in natural resources and wildlife biology\, with a bachelor of science from Cornell University\, and a master of science from Oregon State University. She has 20 years of experience in the conservation field\, including project management\, grant writing\, meeting facilitation\, and ecological research and monitoring.\nMegan Hoff\n○ Megan is the Outreach and Communications Specialist at MidCoast Watersheds Council. She brings over a decade of experience in conservation\, restoration\, community science\, public outreach\, volunteer management\, and land-use planning to the MidCoast team. She holds a BA in Environmental Studies and Sustainability from DePaul University\, and an MS in Environmental Science and Policy from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. As a Graduate Research Assistant for WI SeaGrant\, she developed a community-driven watershed management plan\, which ignited her passion for communicating the importance of watershed health and the benefits of restoration. Megan is committed to the central Oregon coast community\, where she volunteers in a variety of capacities for local conservation non-profits and serves on several committees and boards. \n  \nLearn about the work of the MidCoast Watersheds Council and discover how healthy watersheds support resilient ecosystems\, local economies\, and the communities that depend on them. We’ll highlight estuarine restoration efforts and share opportunities to get involved through watershed stewardship activities and community science programs.
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/the-midcoast-watershed-presenter-megan-hoff/
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SUMMARY:“Villages NW: Empowering Older Adults to Remain in Charge of their Lives and Flourish” - Nancy Doty\, Presenter
DESCRIPTION:Nancy Doty\n\nVillages 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 take on the future together. Our mission: “to support dynamic\, intentionally inclusive\, caring communities that connect\, engage\, and inform our older adults as they maintain active\, purposeful lives in the setting that they identify as ‘home’.”
URL:https://www.ocli.us/index.php/event/villages-nw-empowering-older-adults-to-remain-in-charge-of-their-lives-and-flourish-jan-mawson-presenter/
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