The sun is shining at the beach

Thursday, January 15, 2009

This is a great weekend to visit the Oregon Coast! The weather is sunny and warm, with the high temperatures expected to reach 60 degrees. There are lots of choices for entertainment from Florence to Seaside.

In Seaside, the 25th Annual Barbershop Cabaret is taking place at the Seaside Convention Center Friday and Saturday night. The show features National and International Winners, plus the best of the Pacific Northwest.

Jazz enthusiasts can enjoy the legendary Mel Brown Quartet at the Jazz in January event in Newport on the 17th. The 4th annual affair is a fundraiser for the Friends of Yaquina Lighthouse.
In Florence, the 7th annual Winter Folk Festival features the music of Tom Paxton and Barry McGuire, among others. There are jam sessions, workshops, a pie eating contest and other activities.