Oregon Weather and Salmon

Fall has definitely arrived to the Oregon coast, after one of the shortest summers ever! We had no days where the temp got above 70, and few days where it was even in the high 60s. Everyone commented on the sunny days - they were so unusual. And now the rains have begun again. It has rained every day for the past week, and came down in buckets yesterday when the annual Salmon Bake was taking place in the community park. Eleven bus-loads of senior citizens came down from Portland for the event, and stood in the rain to get their salmon.

The salmon is cooked in the Indian fashion on stakes over open coals of alder wood. The salmon is filleted and then woven onto the stakes - so that it is smoked while it roasts. Wonderful! I hope everyone went home with smiles in spite of the weather.

The Kids Zone had a table of desserts to sell, and hubby was there in the rain selling his cards to raise money for the Kids Zone. He did pretty well considering most people weren't too enthusiastic about standing there getting wet while he gave his spiel! His next big sale will be the two days after Thanksgiving, and will be at a craft fair indoors. We'll hope he'll make lots of money for the kids in Depoe Bay! He spends hours every day getting the cards and gift tags put together. It's a hobby that has become an obsession! But it does raise money for the Zone.

Max Raabe and his Palast Orchester

What a great evening! The music was wonderful, the audience was very enthusiastic and we didn't want it to end. At the interval about fifteen women dressed in the 20's and 30's style came forward and were allowed backstage to visit with members of the orchestra. Most of the women were in their twenties and were having a wonderful time! Very cute idea.
We had seats in the first row center, so were able to see all the orchestra and the faces they made - especially the pianist. They are all such good musicians - and interact with the audience constantly. Many funny moments.
I couldn't stop smiling, and noticed most people leaving the theatre were also smiling.
I hope Max Raabe continues to have success and will come back to Portland soon.