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Coos Bay Calendar

including North Bend and Charleston
Through May 26 BBQ, Blues & Brews by the Bay
The Mill Casino hosts its Second Annual BBQ, Blues & Brews on the Bay, a free three-day KCBS Sanctioned celebration of barbecue, locally-crafted beers and sizzling hot blues. This year features 39 BBQ competitors and over 20 breweries! Music from Coup d'Bop, Soulpie, and The Vipers. The Mill Casino, North Bend (541) 756-8800 [more info]
June 24-September 2 Fort Clatsop Ranger Programs
Explore a life size replica of the fort and participate in ranger-led historical demonstrations. Programs run daily Lewis and Clark National Historical Park (503) 861-2471 [more info]
August 24-25 Blackberry Arts Festival
Thousands of visitors venture to downtown Coos Bay to seek out all things Blackberry. From jams and jellies to baked goods, candy and wine; it is all about Blackberry. The festival host over 100 artists, artisans and vendors. Bring the entire family. Walk around and experience the unique blackberry culture Downtown, Coos Bay

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