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Getting artsy in Gardiner Artists collaborate at Oregon Coast School of Art
BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
A couple from Montana purchased an old 45,000-squarefoot middle school in Gardiner and have been converting it into a vibrant place to share art. The Oregon Coast School of Art was founded in 2020 by Emily Free Wilson and Matt Wilson. Today, they are bringing their vision of an inclusive, creative art space to the Oregon Coast. They said the school is a continuation of their lifelong passion to support artists and the arts. Getting Artsy continues on page 11
The Throttles are gearing up for a free concert BY BREE LAUGHLIN The World
A group of local musicians are getting ready to showcase their talents for a special event at the Liberty Theater following North Bend Main Street’s Sip N Stroll from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 19. The Throttles are a group of six musicians who perform a mix of cover songs and original music in an eclectic blend of folk, rock and bluegrass music. They’ve performed at The
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The Throttles are a group of six local musicians who will be performing an eclectic mix of music to commemorate The Liberty Theatre’s 100th birthday celebration on Friday, April 19.
The Throttles continues on page 16
The Liberty Theatre - Honored with 2024 Oregon Heritage Excellence Award For the World
The Oregon Heritage Commission is proud to announce that The Liberty Theatre, Home of the Little Theatre on the Bay, has been selected as a recipient of a prestigious 2024 Oregon Heritage Excellence Award. This award recognizes the Liberty’s remarkable multiyear renovation project, which has significantly contributed to the preservation and revitalization of Oregon's heritage. The Theatre was nominated for the award by the North Bend Main Street Program. Since 2015, the Liberty Theatre has undergone an extensive restoration and rehabilitation effort, culminating in its designation to the National Register of Historic Places in 2023. This monumental project has not
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only preserved the architectural integrity of the historic 1924 building but has also transformed it into a modern performing arts center, enhancing accessibility, infrastructure, and overall patron experience. The award highlights the exceptional dedication and collaborative spirit of the Little Theatre on the Bay and its community. Through innovative fundraising, strategic planning, and the engagement of local artisans, contractors, volunteers, and donors, the project has leveraged resources and skills to achieve a high degree of authenticity and conservation. The restoration effort honors the theatre's original design and materials, ensuring Liberty Theatre Honored continues on page 10
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