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Certainly not all tattoos will be appreciated by everyone, but the next time you see one, consider the art itself, and know that there’s probably a good story to be told. . . Tattooing dates back as far as 9500 B.C., with mummies bearing marks and tattoos. They were first written about by Joseph Banks, a naturalist aboard the HMS Endeavor, in 1769, when encountering the Maori people of New Zealand. Yet there still exists a certain stigma associated with this practice, and those bearing the work of its artists. People choose to express themselves in a variety of ways: be it through clothes and hair style, which can easily be changed; or permanently with tattoos. A fitting cliché would be "don’t judge a book by its cover."
15 Aug 15:11
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They don’t act or sound much like tortured artists. These women are laughing and joking, apparently having a great time. Every week they gather to unleash their “inner artists,” with instruction, feedback and encouragement from local artist George Broderick.
15 Aug 13:39
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Today, at 85, Mary Lewis continues her love affair with sculpture in her studio and has been working on a soon-to-be-published book of her life’s work. She satisfies her craving for the feel of her lignum vitae (literally, “wood of life”) mallet in her hands as she follows the grain of a cherished piece of wood while chipping away. Heartfelt visions from her experiences, knowledge and originality transform those gifts of nature into fine works of art.
15 Aug 12:28
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Lock, Stock & Barrel put out their first CD last summer. It’s filled with good, rocking country songs that make you feel like beltin’ it out along with them (“Big Red Dodge”); and songs that tug at your heartstrings and make you reflect on life (“Lovelady, TX”). They have a great variety of grit and wit and harmony, backed by terrific music.
30 Jul 15:41
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Between Longview and Castle Rock, perched on the edge of a creek, sits The Lone Fir tavern. Built in 1924, it was a grocery store/gas station, but now it is a cozy local tavern. The parking lot, facing Pleasant Hill Road, showcases everything from Mercedes to Harleys, new and old. The crowd range is as wide as the cars in the lot. Met with big smiles and warm greetings as you enter, you’ll find it comfortable.
22 Jul 08:40
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Adrenaline rises for Cowlitz Black Bear fans as they approach David Story Field on the Lower Columbia College campus in Longview, Washington. The music is loud and clear, the snap of leather from hard-thrown baseballs, the buzz of friends chatting. The concession stand is sizzling and soon Corby the Bear will be entering the well-groomed field. But way before fans show up, an entire crew has been busy. Above the home plate grandstand is the press box, filled with its staff of scorekeepers, scoreboard operators, radio play-by-play commentators, the sound technician and the voice of the Black Bears, Kevin Taylor.
15 Jul 16:00
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When thinking of artists and their work, we may tend to think of the classics like Rembrandt, Monet, and Da Vinci; or more modern artists such as Andy Warhol, even Thomas Kinkade. But what would you say if I told you there’s just as much talent here in Longview, Washington, waiting to be enjoyed and appreciated? It’s true – I’ve had the pleasure to see for myself! Longview has a host of galleries and spots to view, as well as purchase, an assortment of wonderful artistry.
14 Jul 22:32
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Enter the kingdom of McMenamin’s Edgefield in Troutdale, Oregon. Surrounded by lush flower gardens, giant foliage, vineyards and vegetable gardens, this enchanted “village” holds delight for all who pass its lush gateways. . . McMenamin's Edgefield is a wonderful place to visit. If you don’t golf and have always wanted to, this is the place. If you don’t golf and don’t want to, there is so much more.
08 Jul 14:05
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So you’ve read the line-up of the acts and thought, “That’d be neat to check out.” And the event comes, and the event goes; so you say, “Maybe next time.” I know, I’ve done that. And why is it that we never take that time for ourselves to get out and enjoy? Too busy? That’s what we tell ourselves. Don’t know the acts? Well, let’s change that! The variety of individuals, groups, and venues offered in the lower Columbia River area offers something for everyone. Music such as country, folk, jazz, and dance; groups from our own backyard, reaching out to Portland and beyond.
01 Jul 09:38
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Through the efforts of all those who endeavor to resurrect the tarnished cars of the past into brilliant show cars, future generations of car buffs will be able to view with pride the beauty and quality of an era gone by…the golden age of the great American automakers of the 20th Century.
15 Jun 15:28
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