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Coos Bay, Oregon Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hi Coos Bay! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Discover why the Sunset Bay to Cape Arago trail stands out
  • When and where to catch free Shakespeare in Coos Bay this June

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A passing morning shower, with a high of 63 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sun and areas of low clouds, temps: high: 64, low: 44.
  • Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 60 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 9 Breathtaking Coastal Bluff Trails In Oregon You Need To Experience (takingthekids.com) — One of these highlighted bluff trails runs directly from Sunset Bay to Cape Arago, with access right off Cape Arago Highway in Coos Bay, offering dramatic cliffs, gardens, and prime marine-mammal viewing. Another featured stop is Bandon’s Face Rock viewpoint, described as located near Coos Bay, making both spots appealing day trips for local hikers and sightseers.
   

• Coos Bay Shakespeare in the Park returns with free 'Comedy of Errors' at Mingus Park (nbc16.com) — Free performances of Shakespeare’s “Comedy of Errors” are coming to Mingus Park in Coos Bay on June 20, 21, 27, and 28 at 3 p.m., with lawn seating and donations welcome. Local volunteer actors and Southwestern Oregon Community College collaborators are keeping this 11-year Coos Bay tradition thriving with accessible, inclusive outdoor theater for all ages.
   


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🗓 Upcoming Events in Coos Bay

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    Thursday May 14
  • NBHS Concert Band @ State
    North Bend SD 13 North Bend, OR 97459
  • BG Gym - MHS Tennis (4-6PM)
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    4:00 pm
  • BG Gym - Coos Bay Coast League
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    5:30 pm
  • Hotel Oregon UFO Festival
    Bay Area Chamber of Commerce McMenamins Hotel Oregon @ 310 Northeast Evans Street, McMinnville, Oregon, 97128, United States
    5:30 pm
  • Friday May 15
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    8:00 am
  • ISC EA Training
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    1:00 pm
  • Blossom Gulch - PD Room - Veterans Game Night
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    5:00 pm
  • BG Gym - Coos Bay Coast League
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    5:30 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday May 13
  • BG Gym - Coos Bay Coast League
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    5:30 pm
  • SCA Fencing Practice
    Pony Village Mall, 1611 Virginia Ave, North Bend
    6:00 pm
  • Thursday May 14
  • NBHS Concert Band @ State
    North Bend SD 13 North Bend, OR 97459
  • BG Gym - MHS Tennis (4-6PM)
    Coos Bay SD 9 Coos Bay, OR 97420
    4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • UPDATE FOCCAS has the cat now, he’s safe & sound, belly is full & he’ll get a good home!
    This cat showed up near 4th & Johnson a couple of days ago, do you recognize it? It’s very friendly but VERY hungry. (Nextdoor Downtown Coos Bay)
  • My LG refrigerator water and ice dispenser has stopped working.
    Strangely enough, LG appliances may be sold in the area, but aren't repaired here? At least that's what Bay Appliance tells me. Any qualified repair… (Nextdoor Cape Arago / Empire)
  • Fred Meyer Stores, Inc. posted a job opening for Grocery Clerk in Coos Bay. Apply here.
  • Abby's, Inc. posted a job opening for Counter Attendant in Coos Bay. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Coos Bay here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bandon

  • Sweepstakes Lets Golfers Earn a Spot in the Inaugural GolfN Invitational at Bandon Dunes (traveldreamsmagazine.com)
  • Two Bandon school board members resign; superintendent submits resignation (kobi5.com)
  • Meet the 20 PGA of America Professionals competing at Aronimink this week (usatoday.com)

Florence

  • 119th Rhododendron Festival begins Thursday in Florence (kezi.com)
  • The Promise of Deliverance, The Potential for Doom: A Conversation with Scott Broker (therumpus.net)
  • Rhododendron Festival Week; Lane County Satellite Office; Dangerous Algae Watch (kcfmradio.com)

Ok Coos Bay! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Coos Bay

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Coos Bay

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.