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Oregon wildlife officials report growing numbers of waterfowl with bird flu across the Willamette Valley Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Phoebe Bridgers will kick off her big U.S. tour in Portland Featured News by Oregon Today News
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11/13/2026

MAYOR'S MESSAGE  
  
The Season of Giving Begins With Community  
  
As we enter the holiday season, I want to take a moment to recognize the many ways people throughout Coos Bay give back to our community. Local organizations, volunteers, businesses, and neighbors are preparing to help those who may need a little extra support in the weeks ahead. Food drives, holiday collections, community meals, and other charitable efforts are reminders of the generosity that exists right here at home.  
  
But the season of giving is about more than donations. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the many ways we support one another throughout the year.  
  
For some, giving means contributing to a local food pantry or purchasing a gift for a child whose family may be struggling. For others, it means volunteering a few hours, checking on an elderly neighbor, helping someone with a household task, or simply taking the time to make another person feel valued.  
  
These gestures may seem small, but they can make a meaningful difference.  
I also recognize that this season can be difficult for many households. With the everyday costs of housing, groceries, utilities, and other necessities, not everyone is in a position to contribute financially. Generosity, however, is not measured by the amount of money we give. Time, kindness, compassion, and a willingness to help are equally valuable.  
  
In a coastal community like ours, we understand the importance of looking out for one another. Whether it's helping a neighbor prepare for a winter storm, checking on someone during a power outage, or offering assistance when unexpected circumstances arise, we know that community support isn't limited to the holiday season. Much of this generosity happens without recognition or fanfare, yet it contributes to the kind of community we are fortunate to call home.  
  
As requests for charitable support increase during the holiday season, I encourage residents who are able to consider how they might make a difference. Whether you support an established organization, participate in a community project, or lend a hand to someone you know, every act of kindness has value.  
  
And while the holidays provide a special reminder of the importance of giving, the need for compassion and community involvement doesn't end when the decorations come down.  
  
As we begin this season of giving, I hope we can all find a way, large or small, to make a positive difference in someone's life. It is these everyday acts of kindness and generosity that help make Coos Bay a community we are proud to call home.  
  
Wishing you and your families a safe, peaceful, and meaningful start to the holiday season.  
  
-Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay Featured News by City of Coos Bay
MAYOR'S MESSAGE The Season of Giving Begins With Community As we enter the holiday season, I want to take a moment to recognize the many ways people throughout Coos Bay give back to our community. Local organizations, volunteers, businesses, and neighbors are preparing to help those who may need a little extra support in the weeks ahead. Food drives, holiday collections, community meals, and other charitable efforts are reminders of the generosity that exists right here at home. But the season of giving is about more than donations. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the many ways we support one another throughout the year. For some, giving means contributing to a local food pantry or purchasing a gift for a child whose family may be struggling. For others, it means volunteering a few hours, checking on an elderly neighbor, helping someone with a household task, or simply taking the time to make another person feel valued. These gestures may seem small, but they can make a meaningful difference. I also recognize that this season can be difficult for many households. With the everyday costs of housing, groceries, utilities, and other necessities, not everyone is in a position to contribute financially. Generosity, however, is not measured by the amount of money we give. Time, kindness, compassion, and a willingness to help are equally valuable. In a coastal community like ours, we understand the importance of looking out for one another. Whether it's helping a neighbor prepare for a winter storm, checking on someone during a power outage, or offering assistance when unexpected circumstances arise, we know that community support isn't limited to the holiday season. Much of this generosity happens without recognition or fanfare, yet it contributes to the kind of community we are fortunate to call home. As requests for charitable support increase during the holiday season, I encourage residents who are able to consider how they might make a difference. Whether you support an established organization, participate in a community project, or lend a hand to someone you know, every act of kindness has value. And while the holidays provide a special reminder of the importance of giving, the need for compassion and community involvement doesn't end when the decorations come down. As we begin this season of giving, I hope we can all find a way, large or small, to make a positive difference in someone's life. It is these everyday acts of kindness and generosity that help make Coos Bay a community we are proud to call home. Wishing you and your families a safe, peaceful, and meaningful start to the holiday season. -Joe Benetti, Mayor of Coos Bay
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Join us for the following FREE programs during the week of November 15 - November 21! 📚  
  
♾️ Autistic & ADHD Alliance: Parallel Play for Neurodivergent Folks on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm  
  
🚹 Open Men's Group on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm  
  
👶 Baby Storytime on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 10:15am – 10:45am  
  
✏️ WRITE ON! Young Writers' Club on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 3:30pm – 4:30pm  
  
🪡 Sewing Class with OCATEC on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 5:00pm – 7:30pm [Registration Required, Currently Waitlisted]  
  
📖 Storytime on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 10:15am – 10:45am  
  
👓 Coos Bay Public Library Board of Trustee Meeting on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 5:15pm – 6:30pm  
  
🎥 Movie Night on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm | Tonight’s Film: ‘Knives Out’ (2019) Rated PG-12  
  
🖊️ Teen Writers Group on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 3:45pm – 4:45pm  
  
🧘‍♀️ Community Yoga with Abby Knipp on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm  
  
🎨 Unlimited Book Club on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm | November’s Book: ‘Custodians of Wonder’ by Eliot Stein [Virtual Program Meeting on Zoom]  
  
📚 Pickup/Drop-off Eastside on Friday, November 20 @ 9:00am at the Eastside Fire Station (365 D Street, Coos Bay)  
  
📖 Pickup/Drop-off Empire on Friday, November 20 @ 10:00am at the Empire Fire Station (189 S Wall Street, Coos Bay)  
  
🏠 Tween Club on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 3:00pm – 4:30pm  
  
📘 Club de Lectura [en Español] on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 5:00pm – 6:00pm | Lectura del mes de noviembre: ‘Momo’ de Michael Ende  
  
♟️Game Night on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm  
  
☕️ Hygge & Relaxation on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 10:30am – 11:30am [Admission from 10:30am – 10:45am]  
  
🗣️ ¡SPANGLISH! Conversational Program on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 10:30am – 11:30am  
  
🤣 Juggler, Magician, Comedian Alex Zerbe the Zaniac on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 11:00am – 12:00pm  
  
🖼️ Arts & Crafts Swap on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 12:00pm – 4:00pm  
  
🛍️ Craft Takeout on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 12:00pm – 6:00pm Featured News by Coos Bay Public Library
Join us for the following FREE programs during the week of November 15 - November 21! 📚 ♾️ Autistic & ADHD Alliance: Parallel Play for Neurodivergent Folks on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm 🚹 Open Men's Group on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm 👶 Baby Storytime on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 10:15am – 10:45am ✏️ WRITE ON! Young Writers' Club on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 3:30pm – 4:30pm 🪡 Sewing Class with OCATEC on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 5:00pm – 7:30pm [Registration Required, Currently Waitlisted] 📖 Storytime on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 10:15am – 10:45am 👓 Coos Bay Public Library Board of Trustee Meeting on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 5:15pm – 6:30pm 🎥 Movie Night on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm | Tonight’s Film: ‘Knives Out’ (2019) Rated PG-12 🖊️ Teen Writers Group on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 3:45pm – 4:45pm 🧘‍♀️ Community Yoga with Abby Knipp on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm 🎨 Unlimited Book Club on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm | November’s Book: ‘Custodians of Wonder’ by Eliot Stein [Virtual Program Meeting on Zoom] 📚 Pickup/Drop-off Eastside on Friday, November 20 @ 9:00am at the Eastside Fire Station (365 D Street, Coos Bay) 📖 Pickup/Drop-off Empire on Friday, November 20 @ 10:00am at the Empire Fire Station (189 S Wall Street, Coos Bay) 🏠 Tween Club on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 3:00pm – 4:30pm 📘 Club de Lectura [en Español] on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 5:00pm – 6:00pm | Lectura del mes de noviembre: ‘Momo’ de Michael Ende ♟️Game Night on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm ☕️ Hygge & Relaxation on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 10:30am – 11:30am [Admission from 10:30am – 10:45am] 🗣️ ¡SPANGLISH! Conversational Program on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 10:30am – 11:30am 🤣 Juggler, Magician, Comedian Alex Zerbe the Zaniac on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 11:00am – 12:00pm 🖼️ Arts & Crafts Swap on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 12:00pm – 4:00pm 🛍️ Craft Takeout on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 12:00pm – 6:00pm
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Rainy weekends call for comfort food! 🌧️☕ Come warm up with us at Hiouchi Cafe this weekend. Slightly large pancakes, B... Featured News by Curry County Chamber of Commerce
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NBC taps familiar voice for Notre Dame game Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Country star rescues 2 dogs, trying to find them homes Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Muslim student sues school over teacher’s alleged ‘joke’ Featured News by Oregon Today News
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What time, TV channel is Oregon vs. Michigan? Game preview, prediction, betting line Featured News by Oregon Today News
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People are using this new term to describe a problematic dating behavior Featured News by Oregon Today News
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Fraud charges in Tigard foster-care home thrown out after witness-tampering, other allegations surface Featured News by Oregon Today News
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