Friday, Jan. 9

5:45 a.m. weigh-in, Sunset pool, 1140 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3311, www.sunsetempire.com, $10 per person, $100 per team. The Big Loser Contest is back for those who want to lose weight, either as an individual or as a team of up to four people. Weigh-ins also will be held at Providence Seaside Hospital and Sunset Family Fitness. The contest runs to Feb. 20. Call for details.

8:30 a.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6391, www.seasidechamber.com, open to the public. Different speakers are featured each Friday. A no-host breakfast and beverage service is available.

9:30 a.m. This low-impact walking group meets every Friday at different locations. Sponsored by the Seaside Branch of American Association of University Women. For details, call 503-738-7751.

3 p.m., Seaside High School, 1901 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-738-5586, www.cowapaleague.org. Join Seaside High School and support the varsity wrestling team as it takes on 11 teams at the Pacific Rim Varsity Wrestling Invitational Championships.

6 p.m., CCC Performing Arts Center, 1111 16th St., Astoria, 503-861-2556, www.northcoastchorale.org. Auditions are being cast for 15 roles for the musical “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Performances will be Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12.

7 p.m., Hoffman Center, 594 Laneda Ave., Manzanita, 503-368-3846, www.culpa-online.com. Arch Cape Studios presents the second episode of the web series CULPA with the premiere of “Edgar,” featuring a cast of locals. Go online to see a trailer of “Edgar” or watch Episode 1 “The Pilot.”

7 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover. Bruce Smith & the Boda Boyz, with violin virtuoso Kim Angelis, perform original transplant rock music, a combination of rock-n-roll and Texas blues.

9 p.m., American Legion Post 99, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, no cover, 21 and older. Step out of the shower and onto the stage for some live karaoke singing on Friday nights at the legion. Kids, too, can join the fun from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 10

10 a.m., Seaside High School, 1901 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-738-5586, www.cowapaleague.org.

2 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5859, free. Kathleen Flewelling, naturopathic physician, provides this service.

2 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1391, www.cannonbeachlibrary.org, free. Oregon coast author Matt Love will discuss his current book, “Rose City Heist,” a true crime tale that almost wasn’t. A Q&A session and book signing will follow.

7 p.m., American Legion Post 99, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, no cover. Country Breeze plays country, rock and blues.

10 p.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3467, www.twistedfishsteakhouse.com, no cover, 21 and older. Every Saturday, DJ Nacho Bizznez mixes the latest dance music with some old favorites including Top 40, funk, disco and hip-hop.

Sunday, Jan. 11

2 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, www.nami.org. The National Alliance on Mental Illness welcomes anyone who has a friend or family member that suffers from a mental illness. NAMI membership is not required to attend. For information, call Myra Kero at 503-738-6165.

7:30 p.m., Seaside Brewing Co., 851 Broadway, Seaside, 503-717-5451, no cover. Too Long Sparks plays dark, ambient pop songs with guitars and ukuleles.

Monday, Jan. 12

5 p.m., West Lake Restaurant & Lounge, 1480 S. Roosevelt Drive, Seaside, 503-738-7693. Open to the public.

7 p.m., City Council Chambers, City Hall, 989 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5511, www.cityofseaside.us. The Seaside City Council meets on the second and fourth Mondays of the month.

Tuesday, Jan. 13

8 a.m. weigh-in, North Coast Family Fellowship Church, 2245 N. Wahanna Road, Seaside, 503-861-2904. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Tuesday and focuses on making lifestyle changes that provide lasting weight loss and better health.

2 p.m., 2002 S.E. Chokeberry Ave., Warrenton. Support groups provide people an opportunity to share with others, receive support and learn about different aspects of the disease. For information, call Grace Bruseth at 503-738-6412.

Wednesday, Jan. 14

6 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free, all ages. Trivia nights are informal, fun competitions where teams battle to see who has the greatest knowledge of all matters trivial. The team with the most correct answers wins. Prizes are awarded.

6:30 p.m., Salvatore’s Café & Pub, 414 N. Prom, Seaside, 503-738-3334, free. Bring just yourself or a team of up to five people for a fun night of trivia. There will be three questions per round and three rounds every Wednesday.

7 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1391, www.cannonbeachlibrary.org, free. Charlie Plybon of the Surfrider Foundation will give a presentation on “A Rising Tide: Coping with a Changing Coast.”

Thursday, Jan. 15

8 a.m., Finn’s Fish House, 227 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-9692. Ham radio operators meet every Thursday. Venues change on the first Thursday of the month.

8:30 a.m., Pig ‘N’ Pancake, 323 Broadway, Seaside, 503-717-1914, www.seasidedowntown.com. Features guest speakers each week. A no-host breakfast and beverage service is available.

Noon, Pig ‘N’ Pancake, 323 Broadway, Seaside, open to the public. Features announcements and guest speakers each week. For information, visit the club’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/pages/Kiwanis-Club-of-Seaside-Ore.

6 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org. Designed for writers to meet and share ideas with some of the area’s authors. The group meets every third Thursday of the month.

7 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6742, www.seasidelibrary.org, free. Apparel designer and mask maker Jorjett Strumme will speak on “My Life in Hollywood.”

Friday, Jan. 16

8:30 a.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6391, www.seasidechamber.com.

9:30 a.m., locations vary every Friday, 503-738-7751. Sponsored by AAUW.

Noon shotgun start, Gearhart Golf Links, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-738-3538, www.gearhartgolflinks.com, $45 to $55, 21 and older. Find a partner and start the year with a two-player scramble while tasting and learning about the new winter warmers from the McMenamins distilleries during the “Spirits Tour” golf tournament. Tasting samples will be stationed on the course.

7 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover. From acoustic instrumentals to lyrical testimonials, Rob Whaley blends early roots folk and country western with modern folk pop resulting in a strong rhythm and bluesy style.

9 p.m., American Legion Post 99, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, no cover, 21 and older.

Saturday, Jan. 17

10 a.m., at the home of Janet Todd, Warrenton. Community members are invited to attend this month’s meeting of the Seaside Branch of American Association of University Women. The program will feature the life and contributions of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, a diplomat and activist who changed the role of first ladies in American politics. For address, call Karin at 503-735-5919.

Noon, Seaside Yoga, 609 Broadway, Seaside, 503-717-5129, free. Seating is limited for this one-day numerology workshop taught by Kathleen Dudley. Bring a pen, paper, calculator and a snack for an afternoon of exploring one’s unique path through numerology. Registration is required.

7 p.m., Astoria Arts & Movement Center, 342 10th St., Astoria, 503-325-3426, www.harbornw.org, $7. Think Project Runway, but with thrift items from Déjà Vu. The event will feature a fashion show competition with judges and people’s choice awards. There will be food, wine and dancing. Proceeds to benefit The Harbor.

7 p.m., Seaside Civic and Convention Center, 415 1st Ave., Seaside, $10 advance, $15 at the door. The community is invited to the Tillamook Head Gathering, a benefit for all arts enrichment programs at Seaside High School. Author Karl Marlantes will speak at the event and Mike Mizell will emcee. Event features live performances in dance, literature and music. There will be a silent auction and refreshments. Tickets can be purchased at the school, Beach Books and Seaside Coffee Shop.

10 p.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-3467, www.twistedfishsteakhouse.com, no cover, 21 and older.

Sunday, Jan. 18

1 p.m., Fort Clatsop Visitor Center, 92343 Fort Clatsop Road, Astoria, 503-861-2471, www.nps.gov/lewi, free. As part of the In Their Footsteps lecture series, Fort Clatsop presents Karen Haas, a living history performer, storyteller and teacher.

2 p.m., Liberty Theater, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, 503-325-5922, www.liberty-theater.org, $5. “Good Morning Vietnam,” featuring Robin Williams, will kick off the Winter Sunday Series of international films. Williams, as Adrian Cronauer, lights up the screen with his off-the-cuff improvisational humor during one of history’s most conflicted wars.

4 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside. The Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance is a confidential support group meeting. The group is open to anyone who has been diagnosed with a mood disorder or has a family member or friend, who has been diagnosed. For information, call Patricia at 503-325-8930.

7:30 p.m., Seaside Brewing Co., 851 Broadway, Seaside, 503-717-5451, no cover. The Hugs plays garage pop and rock music.

Tuesday, Jan. 20

8 a.m. weigh-in, North Coast Family Fellowship Church, 2245 N. Wahanna Road, Seaside, 503-861-2904.

3 p.m., at the home of Nancy Kruger, Warrenton. Diana McLoughlin will moderate a discussion on the 2013 movie, “Dallas Buyers Club,” featuring Matthew McConaughey. Refreshments will be served. To actively participate in the discussion, view films prior to attending. For address, call Carol at 503-738-8285.

5:30 p.m., The Harbor, 1361 Duane St., Astoria, 503-325-3426, www.harbornw.org. The Harbor is offering volunteer training to help out at the shelter, during community events and special projects. Everyone must attend the first session and varies depending on type of volunteer positions.

Wednesday, Jan. 21

1:30 p.m., 2002 S.E. Chokeberry Ave., Warrenton. This group explores ways to cope with the demands and stresses of caring for a loved one while providing valuable information and resources in a confidential setting. For information, call Grace at 503-738-6412.

4:30 p.m., Providence Seaside Hospital Education Center, 725 S. Wahanna Road, Seaside, 503-717-7781. Stroke survivors and their caregivers are welcome. The group is affiliated with the American Stroke Association. Call for information.

6 p.m., Seaside Public Library, 1131 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-9126, www.nclctrust.org, free. Join Seaside geologist Tom Horning on a journey through time and space, examining how Oregon’s coastal landscape became what it is today in “Rising from the Sea.”

6:30 p.m., Salvatore’s Café & Pub, 414 N. Prom, Seaside, 503-738-3334, free.

7 p.m., Cannon Beach Library, 131 N. Hemlock St., Cannon Beach, 503-436-1391, www.cannonbeachlibrary.org. This month’s selection is “Astoria: John Jacob Astor & Thomas Jefferson’s Lost Pacific Empire” by Peter Stark. In this story of wealth, ambition and survival, Stark recreates a pivotal moment in American history.

Thursday, Jan. 22

8 a.m., Finn’s Fish House, 227 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-9692.

8:30 a.m., Pig ‘N’ Pancake, 323 Broadway, Seaside, 503-717-1914, www.seasidedowntown.com.

Noon, Pig ‘N’ Pancake, 323 Broadway, Seaside, www.facebook.com/pages/Kiwanis-Club-of-Seaside-Ore.

Friday, Jan. 23

8:30 a.m., Twisted Fish Steakhouse, 311 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-6391, www.seasidechamber.com.

9:30 a.m., locations vary every Friday, 503-738-7751. Sponsored by AAUW.

7 p.m., McMenamins Sand Trap, 1157 N. Marion Ave., Gearhart, 503-717-8150, www.mcmenamins.com, no cover. Chris Marshall and his band August Light play an earnest brand of rock, folk and country.

7 p.m., Seaside High School, 1901 N. Holladay Drive, Seaside, 503-738-5586. For one night only, Seaside High School will present Motown Revue, a high-energy performance featuring music from The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and many others. Seating is limited.

9 p.m., American Legion Post 99, 1315 Broadway, Seaside, 503-738-5111, no cover, all ages.

Preregister

5:30 to 8 p.m., Feb. 5 to March 19, Broadway Middle School, 1120 Broadway, Seaside, 503-325-8673, $25. Sunset Empire Park & Recreation District and Northwest Parenting will offer a seven-week parenting class for local families who have children of pre- to early-teens. Space is limited to 10 families and scholarships are available.