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.

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.

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.

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.

After the revolutionary war, the founding fathers struggled to create a unified country. It was difficult work and the issues were as hotly debated as any today. In her new book, Andrea Wulf attempts to prove the actions of the creators of our nation were motivated by their passion for plants, gardens and agriculture.

Every day at 5 pm: We’ll post a new question based on something in the June 15 print edition of Columbia River Reader. Add your comment at the end of the article. Daily prizes will be awarded for our favorite response; winners may choose a pair of Cowlitz Black Bear baseball game tickets, two See’s chocolate bars, or a box of sparklers. Winners should email us at Publisher@CRReader to make arrangements to claim your prize.

This grand concert marked the end of Dr. Gary Nyberg's career at LCC. a career of 31 years. Nyberg began the symphonic band 31 years ago with only a few members.

Go figure: A person can be replaced by a machine after 25 years of dutifully performing their job? This is but one of the many facets within this production.

Don’t let a small theatre and simple sets fool you into thinking this is just a community theatre company. I was very impressed by the quality of every detail of this production. This show had beautiful and complete costumes, detailed and appropriate sets and actors that stayed in character and kept the show moving.

When the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" debuted in 1960 it was an immediate bestseller and won a Pulitzer Prize for fiction. In 1962 the book was adapted for film and the critically acclaimed movie starred Gregory Peck. The book, based loosely on the life of the author, Nelle Harper Lee, takes place in the poor and segregated South of the Great Depression. While the Columbia River Reader does not generally review high school theater productions, Kelso High School has partnered with several community actors to present a two-week run of Christopher Sergel’s stage adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird. Therefore, we are reviewing this production.