Astoria Bicentennial Celebration 2011

04/01/2015

Help start a new Astoria tradition!

02/03/2015

Come support Friends of the Astoria Column in the effort to restore the monument and take in a private Collin Raye concert this Sunday!

Collin Raye is coming to town! Sunday, February 8th at 3 pm. Join us at the home of Eric Paulson for an intimate concert with country singer Collin Raye. Proceeds from the concert will support the Astoria Column. Tickets are still available. Contact Grant North at Lektro, 503-861-2288 to buy tickets or learn more. Come out and have a lovely afternoon! We look forward to seeing you there!

07/16/2014

The end of an era in Astoria's history...

http://www.dailyastorian.com/free/astoria-mayor-willis-will-not-seek-re-election/article_96e438c4-0907-11e4-b279-001a4bcf887a.html?mode=story

After 30 years with the city of Astoria, Mayor Willis Van Dusen is preparing to pass the torch to a new leader next year.

08/23/2013

Astoria is this week's Kid-Friendly Day Trip from Red Tricycle. Check out their recommendations for how to enjoy the area with little ones in tow!

http://redtri.com/portland/what-to-see-eat-and-explore-in-astoria/?utm_source=contactology&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=portland-082313

Our Oregon weather isn't always sunshine and rainbows. With all the dismal, rainy weather it can be hard to plan a day trip for the little ones without worrying about them shivering in the cold. So how about Astoria? It's the beach town less traveled with indoor and outdoor fun that is guaranteed to...

05/31/2013

The Astoria Regatta Festival is designated a Historic Cultural Tradition by the Oregon State Historic Commission celebrating Astoria’s maritime history.

04/01/2013

This former industrial town two hours from Portland has transformed into a stylish weekend destination while honoring its maritime history.

10/16/2012

Through a generous $200,000 donation from the late Art DeMuro, Astoria's Bicentennial Legacy Gift - the Garden of Surging Waves will become a reality!

As news spread Monday of developer Art DeMuro’s passing, memories of the man who turned the former Astoria plywood mill site into a village of new homes and apartments came to mind for many in the community.

09/29/2012

Get away from the crowds at these amazing unsung beach towns--but better keep 'em (relatively) secret!

08/13/2012

Come to Astoria this weekend and enjoy two full days of concerts at the Astoria Column!

http://www.astoriaparks.com/let_the_music_play.html

04/18/2012

Thank you to the hundreds of Astorians and friends of Astoria who came out to celebrate with us on Saturday. What a fantastic event!

http://www.dailyastorian.com/free/astoria-embraces-chinese-legacy/article_e5b7a2f4-87ec-11e1-b11f-0019bb2963f4.html

Hundreds filled the downtown streets Saturday to celebrate Astoria in every way, shape and form.

04/09/2012

Don't forget, this Saturday is the kick off party for Astoria's Bicentennial Legacy Gift - The Garden of Surging Waves! The whole city will be celebrating with a block party to kick off Astoria's Heritage Square. Be sure to join the fun!

Be there or (dare we say it?) be square!

04/02/2012

Come celebrate Astoria! Join us for a special celebration from 1:00 - 4:00 PM on April 14, 2012, at Astoria's Heritage Square.

Highlights include tours of Astoria's newly remodeled City Hall, a groundbreaking ceremony for the Bicentennial Legacy Gift, The Garden of Surging Waves, and the launch of Astoria's Heritage Square!