Local Area Events

Date:

various

Time:

various

Location:

Computer classes are held at the Bandon Library, Bandon Harbortown Events Center and Heritage Place.

Description:

Computer classes are being offered free of charge. You can register at the Library or online.

Click on the Cyberlynx link for class descriptions.

Date:

Jan 28th, 2012 to Dec. 22th, 2012

Time:

2012 Schedule

Jan 28 Walkable North Bend
Feb 25 Seven Devils to Whiskey Run
Mar 31 Golden and Silver Falls
Apr 15 Sweet Creek
May 12 Lets walk & talk together
May 19 Euphoria Ridge
May 26 Rocky Peak
June 9 & 10 Hanging Rock to Rogue Rvr
June 23 Oregon Coast Trail & picnic
July 8 Kentucky Falls N/Fork Smith Rvr
July 14 Cape Mtn Trails
July 22 Bandon Historical Hike
Aug 11 Blacklock Point - Floras Lake
Aug 26 Barklow Mountain
Sept 8 Blue Ridge Trails
Sept 16 Cape Blanco
Sept 22 North Spit National Public Lands Day
Oct 6 Hall Lake and Shutpelz Lake
Oct 21 Tahkenitch Dunes & 3 Mile Lake
Dec 22 Empire Lakes

Location:

Various, see 2012 schedule

Description:

We are an all volunteer hiking group and all of our hikes are free.

On each hike date we offer a short (1-3 mile) and long (3-9 mile)
hiking option.

The shorter hikes are typically easy to moderate, 1.5 - 2 mph pace and last 2 hours.

The longer hikes are moderate to most difficult, 2-3mph pace and last from
3-5 hours.

For details about each hike go to the
Healthy Hikes web page.

Date:

Feb. 4th, 2012

Time:

10am

Location:

Second Street Gallery
2ns St., Old Town
Bandon

Description:

For this event, we invite each of our artists to submit several pieces of artwork that will sell at 50% off the regular sales price! As work sells off the wall during the event, we replace it with additional work until the event concludes March 18th.

In addition to artwork that hangs, we also have other art including jewelry,
pottery, glass, greeting cards and books which are also included in the sale.

Date:

Friday, Feb 24th, 2012

Time:

10am - 3pm

Location:

South Slough Estuary
7 Devils Rd. (4 miles south of Charleston)

Description:

In honor of World Wetlands Day, come explore the South Slough Estuary. Children 6 - 12 years old can join in on hands-on fun in the estuary. Learn about wetlands by experimenting in the classroom and discovering wetlands in the field. Come dressed for the weather and ready to hike. Bring a sack lunch and a water bottle.
$7 for each child. Call to register.

Program will be held at the South Slough Interpretive Center.

Date:

Saturday, Feb. 25th, 2012

Time:

1pm - 3pm

Location:

South Slough Estuary
7 Devils Rd. (4 miles south of Charleston)

Description:

Watch the documentary "Life on Earth: Plants and Primates", narrated by Oprah Winfrey. Free, big screen and popcorn provided.

Program will be held at the South Slough Interpretive Center.

Date:

Sunday, Feb 26, 2012

Time:

4pm

Location:

McFarlin's
Old Town
Bandon

Description:

It's the second Civil War basketball game of the season. The Beavers chawed their way to a victory yesterday at Matt Knight Arena, and there will no doubt be a spirited battle when the Ducks go to Corvallis Feb. 26. Your $15 admission will entitle you to all you can eat meals, and $5 will go directly to the Foundation to further its work in support of our community hospital. We'll have auctions, raffles, 50-50 rawings during the game breaks. Prize for the best wearing of the colors.

Date:

Sunday, Feb. 26, 2012

Time:

4pm - 7pm

Location:

McFarlin's
2nd St.
Old Town Bandon

Description:

Burgers and Basketball
Civil War fundraiser for Southern Coos Health Foundation McFarlin's. 541 329-1040 for more info.

Date:

Through February, 2012

Time:

Library hours

Location:

Bandon Public Library
City Park
Bandon

Description:

Larry J. Lindner will exhibit his wood creations in the glass casses through February.
Shawn Tempesta's oil and watercolor paintings will be on display in the gallery.

The exhibits are available for viewing during regular library hours.

Date:

Mar. 1st, 2012

Time:

11:30am

Location:

Lord Bennett's Restaurant
Beach Loop Dr.
Bandon, OR 97411

Description:

The first Thursday of the month, we meet at Lord Bennett's for lunch at 11:30. Whether you are new to Bandon or a long time resident, you are "Welcome" to join us.

March is our anniversary lunch and $5 dues are due.

Date:

March 9th - 11th, 2012

Time:

Thursday, March 8, 2012 Festival Warm-Up. 7:00 p.m. $10.00 at the door
Friday at 3:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Doors open thirty minutes prior to start of concert

Location:

The Mill Casino
3201 Tremont Ave
North Bend, Oregon

Description:

VENUE:
The Mill Casino - Salmon Room East-West Family Site until 10 pm
The Spruce-Cedar Room Family Site until 10 pm
The Hazel-Willow-Beargrass Room, Family Site until 10 pm
The Red Lion
All are Non-smoking venues

LIST OF BANDS:
Soulpie, Gator Beat, Stompy Jones, Coup d'Bop,Peter Krebs Trio, Sister Swing, Young Bucs, Evolution Jazz Band /Youth Bands, The Stolen Sweets, Tom Rigney & Flambeau, It's About Time Big Band, High Street Band, Big Skies Big Band

TICKET INFO:
Early Bird Badge Vouchers ON SALE in KoKwel Gifts. (Vouchers may be exchanged for badges at the Festival Headquarters in the Mill Casino Salmon Room or at any site during festival hours) Badges may be purchased at all venues throughout the weekend.

Date:

March 10th, 2012

Time:

8:30am - Registration
9am to Noon - Morning Seminar
1pm to 3pm - Afternoon Seminar

Location:

Oregon Institute of Marine Biology
Boathouse auditorium
Charleston

Description:

Presented by bird lover extraordinaire Mike Graybill, Manager, South Slough National Estuarine Reserve on 7 Devils Road to or from Charleston. Afternoon field trip to snowy plovers.

SEA seminars are free to SEA members
and youths age 17 and under. Attendance
is $5.00 per person for non-members.

Date:

Friday, March 16th, 2012

Time:

6pm

Location:

Harbortown Event Center
Old Town
Bandon

Description:

Brooklin was diagnosed on Dec. 29th, 2011 with Pre-B acute Lymphocytic Leukemia.
All profits benefit Brooklin Butts in her fight against leukemia.
Appetizers, Beer & Wine, Desserts, Music and Dancing.
Live and Silent Aucitons.
Raffle tickets.
Tickets are available at Country Merchant, Bee Happy Scrapbooking and Bain Insurance and are $20.00 each.

Date:

April 7th, 2012

Time:

8:30am - Registration
9am to Noon - Morning Seminar
1pm to 3pm - Afternoon Seminar

Location:

Oregon Institute of Marine Biology
Boathouse auditorium
Charleston

Description:

Presented by Don Ivy, Cultural Resource Program Coordinator of the Coquille Tribe and Dr. Ron Metzger, geology professor at Southwestern Oregon Community College. There will be an interesting field trip in the afternoon.

SEA seminars are free to SEA members
and youths age 17 and under. Attendance is $5.00 per person for non-members.

Date:

Saturday, April 14th, 2012

Time:

6:00pm - 10:00pm

Location:

The Barn, Community & Conference Center
1200 11th St. SW
Bandon, OR

Description:

Wine & Cheese Extravaganza!
This is Bandon-By-The-Sea Rotary's main fundraiser of the year. The event will feature a wide selection of Northwest, domestic and imported wines and cheeses, desserts, as well as live and silent auctions, live music and plenty of delicious hors d' oeuvres.

Tickets cost $25.00 and will be available soon at Tiffany's Drugs, Bain Insurance or from any Rotarian.

Proceeds will benefit many local and international Rotary projects, as well as scholarships for Bandon High School graduating seniors.

Date:

May 12th, 2012

Time:

8:30am - Registration
9am to Noon - Morning Seminar
1pm to 3pm - Afternoon Seminar

Location:

Oregon Institute of Marine Biology
Boathouse auditorium
Charleston

Description:

Tom Gaskill of the South Slough National Estuarine Reserve will discuss Coastal Stewardship and Stephanie Miller with Oregon State Parks will speak of Interpreting the Oregon Coast. Both intriguing subjects, especially for newcomers.

SEA seminars are free to SEA members
and youths age 17 and under. Attendance is $5.00 per person for non-members.

Date:

May 19th, 2012

Time:

10:00am

Location:

City Park
11th St.
Bandon

Description:

Join your friends and neighbors for our annual Diabetes Fun Walk from 10:00am at City Park.
All proceeds go to South Coast Diabetes.

Date:

May 26th, 2012
(Memorial Day Weekend)

Time:

10AM - 3PM

Location:

On the Port of Bandon's Boardwalk in Old Town Bandon.

Description:

"Come on down to sell/trade your books, boards, kites, sails, boats, fishing gear or ground tackle."

Contact 541-347-3206 to sell your items.

Free event.

Vendors Welcome! FREE

Date:

Saturday, May 26, 2012

Time:

TBA

Location:

Port Fishermen's parking lot

Donations of Flowers and Wreaths gratefully accepted.

U.S.C.G. Coquille River Patrol carries wreaths/flowers out to sea.

VFW Post 3440 Gun Salute at the South Jetty.

Description:

Annual Memorial Weekend Ceremony to Bless the Fleet and those Lost at Sea.

Date:

Saturday, May 26th, 2012

Time:

10am - 3pm

Location:

Port of Bandon

Description:

U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY COURTESY BOAT INSPECTIONS

Call (541) 347-3206 for appointments

Date:

June through September

Time:

Call for hours

Location:

Lavender Lady Farm
87450 McTimmons Lane
Bandon, OR 97411

Description:

FREE lavender farm tour, lavender labyrinth garden, & gift shop featuring luscious bath & body products, aromatherapy, gourmet treats, pet products & daily specials.

Date:

July 12th, 2012

Time:

6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Location:

Port of Bandon Boardwalk Picnic Shelter
Bandon, Oregon

Description:

Gary Vonderohe-Asst. District Fish Biologist ODFW talks about fish habitat
and life cycle of our fish populations

FREE Summer Lecture Series

Date:

Friday, July 20th, 2012
Saturday, July 21st, 2012

Time:

Friday, Reception at Old Bandon Golf Links

Saturday,
8:30am:Check in at Bandon Crossings

Location:

Friday, Old Bandon Golf Links
Saturday, Bandon Crossings

Description:

Bandon Golf for Health Classic V, Saturday, a charitable 4-person scramble tournament benefiting health care services in Bandon, Saturday, July 21, 8:30am at Bandon Crossings Golf Course.

Kick-off party Friday, July 20 at Old Bandon Golf Links.

Sponsorship opportunities available.

Date:

Thursday, August 02, 2012

Time:

6PM to 7PM

Location:

Glass Picnic Shelter on the Boardwalk.

Description:

Reg Pullen-Renowned Historian & Archaeologist will talk about the Nasomah village that was located on the waterfront 4000 years prior to the settlers and progressing through the gold rush to present.

FREE Summer Lecture Series

Date:

Friday, August 3rd, 2012

Time:

6PM to 7PM

Location:

In the Picnic shelter on the boardwalk at the Harbor area.

Description:

Medford NOAA Weather Meteorologists Sven Nelaimischkies & Ryan Sandler talk about our La Nina weather phenomenon on the south coast.

FREE Summer Lecture Series

Date:

Saturday, August 04, 2012
Sunday, August 05, 2012

Time:

9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Both days

Location:

Port of Bandon Boardwalk on the Coquille River- Bandon, OR

Description:

Port of Bandon wants You!!

Bandon's 5th Annual WindFest! Vendors, Music, Wind Demonstrations, Food-Family Fun, Kite Making/Flying...Vendors wanted!

FREE Summer Fun Event