SOU’WESTER EVENTS!

Discover what’s happening during your next stay or plan a visit around our free live music, workshops, wellness offerings and more!

Dec
9
Sat
“The Benefits of Gusbandry” Binge Screening + Q&A with Filmmaker Alicia J. Rose
Dec 9 @ 8:00 pm
At her debaucherous 40th birthday party, serial relationship-killer Jackie meets handsome and charming thirty-something River. Their ensuing adventures in self-medication, late-blooming, and questionable judgment lead them to discover a raucous new kind of “significant otherness”.  Inspired by real-life relationships with creator Alicia J. Rose’s “Gusbands” (a.k.a: gay best friends), The Benefits of Gusbandry brings to life two one-of-a-kind characters approaching 40 and follows them as they find something special in one another, navigating the modern world with a no-punches-pulled comedic purview, finding true love in a most unexpectedly platonic way.
 
The first three episodes of season 2 offer a new, politically charged 3 episode arc, where the world of The Benefits of Gusbandry bursts open to reveal a deeper side of protagonists Jackie and River. Fueled by both current events and personal ones, writers Alicia J. Rose and Courtenay Hameister channel a compelling and hilarious storyline about sexual agency and politics in the era of “outrage fatigue”. Brooke Totman (Jackie) delivers a raw, no holds-barred performance and co-star Kurt Conroyd (River) posits enough charming comic relief as her Gusband River to keep the laughs coming in this freshly funny indie web series from Portland, Oregon.
 
The first season of The Benefits of Gusbandry toured the festival circuit in 2015-2016 culminating in being selected as a finalist in the Austin Film Festivals “Digital Series Competition.”  The series received wide acclaim from press outlets like The New York Times, A/V Club, Out, PASTE – even landing on the “Must List” of Entertainment Weekly.  
 
 
Filmmaker Bio:

Known for imbuing riveting story structures and a compelling visual aesthetic into her body of work, Alicia has created popular music videos for national artists like First Aid Kit, Cake, Blitzen Trapper and Bob Mould as well as playing a key role in branding NW bands like The Decemberists, Menomena and Laura Gibson. Rose has directed many short-form commercial/corporate videos, over 30 music videos and released her first narrative short “The Gift of Gravity” in 2014. She is an award-winning still photographer who spent 20 years in the music business doing marketing and sales before turning her eye to filmmaking in 2008. Creator of “The Benefits of Gusbandry” – her debut foray into digital episodic storytelling that has received wide acclaim from press outlets like The New York Times, A/V Club, PASTE – even landing on the “Must List” of Entertainment Weekly. 

This event is free and open to the public.

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Dec
12
Tue
Herbal Talk & Tea with Brooke Krawetz
Dec 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

WEEKLY EVENT

Herbal Talk & Tea

Brooke Krawetz teaches how to support our general well-being with herbal teas that correspond to the season. Each class will focus on three herbs and participants will blend their own tea to take home. 

 

COST: Suggested donation $10-20. No one will be turned away for lack of funds

RSVP: email souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2542

Dec
15
Fri
Mindfulness Talk with Shanna Gillette
Dec 15 @ 10:00 am – 10:45 am

WEEKLY EVENT

Mindfulness Talk with Shanna Gillette

Shanna is a certified yoga teacher, ordained metaphysical counselor and empath. Her journey began as a small child inadvertently discovering deep meditation as an escape from abuse. Having always had an interest in the unseen and unexplained, she began having out of body experiences before learning to speak.  Eventually she received a regents scholarship to ASU for religious studies. A series of intense life changing experiences including a serious car accident brought her to the first of several “awakenings,” beginning most notably in 2005. She now helps people through the shift in consciousness we are currently experiencing, assisting them along the path toward self-forgiveness and self-love – the greatest journey of all.  

Truly exemplifying her favorite quote from Kahlil Gibran, “The deeper that sorrow carves into your being, the more joy you can contain,’ she adds, “The journey to wellness is a constantly evolving process where we learn to nurture body and mind beginning with the heart; To truly understand that the most important step to long-lasting good health and harmony isn’t necessarily about sweating our way to perfect abs or contorting our bodies into painful positions. It starts within. It’s about self-acceptance, self-forgiveness, and self-love. It’s about learning to accept and respect ourselves wherever we may be. Through the physicality of yoga, we tune into a deeper more expansive space beyond the trivial day to day. We learn that it’s ok to nurture ourselves and to ALLOW our spirits to be happy.”  

Shanna received her yoga teacher’s certification at Bryan Kest’s world renowned studio in Santa Monica, CA. She attended Arizona State University for Religious Studies, and is currently studying at the University of Metaphysics Sedona. She is available for private yoga and counseling sessions and can be found at: 

https://www.facebook.com/shanna.gillette

http://www.facebook.com/justbevibration


COST: Suggested $5-10 donation. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. 

RSVP: souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2452

Yoga Vinyasa Flow with Shanna Gillette
Dec 15 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

WEEKLY EVENT: YOGA

Candlelit Vinyasa Flow with Shanna Gillette

Drop in to this intermediate evening flow tuning into the breath and out of the chattering mind. Our focus is on balance, relaxation, flexibility, and acceptance of where we are. Fluid movement and creative transitions promote deep and even breathing to strengthen the nervous system and increase circulation to the organs. Binaural soundscapes open the mind to the vibration of universal consciousness. Guided meditation begin and end each class.  


Shanna is a certified yoga teacher, ordained metaphysical counselor and empath. Her journey began as a small child inadvertently discovering deep meditation as an escape from abuse. Having always had an interest in the unseen and unexplained, she began having out of body experiences before learning to speak.  Eventually she received a regents scholarship to ASU for religious studies. A series of intense life changing experiences including a serious car accident brought her to the first of several “awakenings,” beginning most notably in 2005. She now helps people through the shift in consciousness we are currently experiencing, assisting them along the path toward self-forgiveness and self-love – the greatest journey of all.  

Truly exemplifying her favorite quote from Kahlil Gibran, “The deeper that sorrow carves into your being, the more joy you can contain,’ she adds, “The journey to wellness is a constantly evolving process where we learn to nurture body and mind beginning with the heart; To truly understand that the most important step to long-lasting good health and harmony isn’t necessarily about sweating our way to perfect abs or contorting our bodies into painful positions. It starts within. It’s about self-acceptance, self-forgiveness, and self-love. It’s about learning to accept and respect ourselves wherever we may be. Through the physicality of yoga, we tune into a deeper more expansive space beyond the trivial day to day. We learn that it’s ok to nurture ourselves and to ALLOW our spirits to be happy.”  

Shanna received her yoga teacher’s certification at Bryan Kest’s world renowned studio in Santa Monica, CA. She attended Arizona State University for Religious Studies, and is currently studying at the University of Metaphysics Sedona. She is available for private yoga and counseling sessions and can be found at: 

https://www.facebook.com/shanna.gillette

http://www.facebook.com/justbevibration


COST: Suggested $10-20 donation. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. 

BRING: yoga mat (we will have some available for community use) and a blanket or something warm if needed

RSVP: souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2452

This is a level 2 class.

Dec
16
Sat
3rd Annual Handmade Bazaar
Dec 16 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

3rd Annual Handmade Bazaar at The Sou’wester

We are hosting our 3rd Annual Handmade Bazaar. The sale is on Sat Dec 16th from noon-6pm at The Sou’wester in 4 spaces: the Pavilion (now heated), the Lodge Living Room, Lodge Velvet Lounge Guest Room, and also in our new Art Trailer Gallery with 20 + artists/makers! Lindsie Feathers will be playing live music from 2pm-4pm. The Adrift Hotel & Spa  in Long Beach (409 Sid Snyder Dr, 360-642-2311) will be hosting an artisan bazaar/sale (Christmas Holiday Bazaar w/ Sou’wester) as well on the same day (10am-4pm) and we will partner with them in promotion of both events/sales! Fun!
 
 
 
JULIA BARBEE (Portland, OR)
– artisan fragrances
– objects
http://juliabarbee.com/home
https://www.instagram.com/julia_barbee/
 
LUCY BARNA (Astoria, OR)
– Astoria Makerspace (display)
https://www.astoriamakers.com
https://www.instagram.com/astoriamakers/
 
KYMM BAZE (Long Beach Peninsula, WA)
– distressed frames & handmade signs
 
MISSY BLACK (Astoria, OR)
of Blackloot Jewelry
– handmade electroformed copper jewelry
(Crafted with ethically sourced and high quality materials. Emphasis on opals, turquoise, raw diamonds, and crystals.)
– handstand necklaces (silver and rose gold).
All Handcrafted jewelry to fit every budget.
https://www.blackloot.net/about/
https://www.instagram.com/blackloot_jewelry
 
JOE CHASSE (Long Beach Peninsula, WA)
– sculptural works out of repurposed metals
http://informiorium.blogspot.com
 
HEATHER DOUGLAS of Oscar Astoria (Astoria, OR)
– screenprinted bags
– hand illustrated coloring books
– poetry books
http://oscarastoria.com/shop/
 
DIERDRE DUEWEL (Long Beach Peninsula, WA)
– 8 x 10 mosaic mirrors
 
ANNIE ESKELIN (Ilwaco, WA)
– small boxes & original art
– pendents with seascapes
 
ARI FREITAG (Portland, OR)
– walnut ink
– original drawings and prints
– jewelry
http://cargocollective.com/AriFreitagArt
 
LIZ HARRIS, YELLOWELECTRIC (Astoria, OR)
– silk screened & some hand sewn tee shirts
– records and CDs of mine on other labels as well as those from my own label
– letter press and silk screen prints
– small press book of my art drawings
– little affordable cards from recycled album covers (letter press and offset printed)
http://repeatingpattern.com/drawings.html
https://grouper.bandcamp.com
 
MAMOOK WELLNESS (Seaview, WA)
– wildcrafted wellness products
– original artwork, drawings on paper
http://mamookwellness.com
https://www.facebook.com/mamookwellness/
 

ANDREA MAZZARELLA (Astoria, OR)

– skincare line: organic and essential oils
– solstice/holiday wreaths: 100% biodegradable and local plants
– simple jewelry with amethyst and citrine
 
HEATHER MCLAUGHLIN (Portland, OR)
– Hand Printed “Alternative” Greeting Cards
– Original Art Work
– Wall Tapestries
– Limited Edition prints
PLUS Heather will have a printmaking station, by donation, for visitors to print their own card or poster.
http://www.hardcoremermaid.com
https://www.instagram.com/hardcoremermaid/
 
NATALIE MYERS of Grace Body Essentials (Seaside, OR)
– soaps & sugar polish
– lip balm & forever balm
– organic dog wash
https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=grace%20body%20essentials
 
RAINY DAY FARMS (Naselle, WA)
– lavender spritzers and sachets
– Culinary lavender/recipe cards
– Smudge Sticks
http://www.rainydayartistry.com/farm.htm
 
RICCI HANDMADE PAPER (Port Angeles, WA)
– tree-free handmade paper (using rainwater)
– stationery, blank cards, book paper, artist paper
– gift packages
 
CHELSEA ROSE (Astoria, OR)
– crochet baby toys
– crochet hats/headbands/scarves/accessories
– holiday/greeting cards
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtistaLocaStudio?ref=profile_shopicon
 
SAHAR ROSENBAUM (Ocean Park, WA)
– quilts
– fiber art
 
ADA ROSMAN (Hoquiam, WA)
– handmade jewelry inspired by travel
http://www.adarosman.com
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AdaRosman
 
DAWN STETZEL (Seaview, WA)
– eco prints on paper (natural pigments)
– journals/sketchbooks/cards
– reversible dog bandanas
https://www.instagram.com/naturenellssister/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/NatureNellsSister?ref=hdr_shop_menu
 
DENNIS THOMAS of Thomas & Son Woodworks LLC
(Warrenton, OR)
– furniture (reclaimed wood and new)
– signs & sandwich boards
– cutting boards and other kitchen items
– woodcrafts
thomasandsonwoodworks.com
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Thomas-Son-Woodworks-LLC-1112873028747275/about/?ref=page_internal
 
JOANNE WEBSTER (Long Beach, WA)
– fairy furniture
– fiber jewelry
– felt ornaments
– star-baby pins
 
Sou’wester Swag
– totes, cups, wearables
 
…and more
 

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Dec
19
Tue
Herbal Talk & Tea with Brooke Krawetz
Dec 19 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

WEEKLY EVENT

Herbal Talk & Tea

Brooke Krawetz teaches how to support our general well-being with herbal teas that correspond to the season. Each class will focus on three herbs and participants will blend their own tea to take home. 

 

COST: Suggested donation $10-20. No one will be turned away for lack of funds

RSVP: email souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2542

Dec
21
Thu
Exhibit: Sou’wester Staff
Dec 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Sou’wester Staff Art Exhibit Opening & Solstice Bonfire

All are invited to the Sou’wester Staff Art Exhibit opening reception in our new Art Trailer Gallery. We will have drinks and snacks in the Lodge Living Room and a Solstice Celebration bonfire outside. 

Free and Open to the public.

This trailer is a 1960’s Aloha made in Aloha, Oregon. It was rescued from a neglected RV park in the northern part of the Long Beach Peninsula.

Now repaired and transformed into an art space, this art gallery is part of our Artist Residency Program and our new non-profit organization, Sou’wester Arts.

Dec
22
Fri
Mindfulness Talk with Shanna Gillette
Dec 22 @ 10:00 am – 10:45 am

WEEKLY EVENT

Mindfulness Talk with Shanna Gillette

Shanna is a certified yoga teacher, ordained metaphysical counselor and empath. Her journey began as a small child inadvertently discovering deep meditation as an escape from abuse. Having always had an interest in the unseen and unexplained, she began having out of body experiences before learning to speak.  Eventually she received a regents scholarship to ASU for religious studies. A series of intense life changing experiences including a serious car accident brought her to the first of several “awakenings,” beginning most notably in 2005. She now helps people through the shift in consciousness we are currently experiencing, assisting them along the path toward self-forgiveness and self-love – the greatest journey of all.  

Truly exemplifying her favorite quote from Kahlil Gibran, “The deeper that sorrow carves into your being, the more joy you can contain,’ she adds, “The journey to wellness is a constantly evolving process where we learn to nurture body and mind beginning with the heart; To truly understand that the most important step to long-lasting good health and harmony isn’t necessarily about sweating our way to perfect abs or contorting our bodies into painful positions. It starts within. It’s about self-acceptance, self-forgiveness, and self-love. It’s about learning to accept and respect ourselves wherever we may be. Through the physicality of yoga, we tune into a deeper more expansive space beyond the trivial day to day. We learn that it’s ok to nurture ourselves and to ALLOW our spirits to be happy.”  

Shanna received her yoga teacher’s certification at Bryan Kest’s world renowned studio in Santa Monica, CA. She attended Arizona State University for Religious Studies, and is currently studying at the University of Metaphysics Sedona. She is available for private yoga and counseling sessions and can be found at: 

https://www.facebook.com/shanna.gillette

http://www.facebook.com/justbevibration


COST: Suggested $5-10 donation. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. 

RSVP: souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2452

Yoga Vinyasa Flow with Shanna Gillette
Dec 22 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

WEEKLY EVENT: YOGA

Candlelit Vinyasa Flow with Shanna Gillette

Drop in to this intermediate evening flow tuning into the breath and out of the chattering mind. Our focus is on balance, relaxation, flexibility, and acceptance of where we are. Fluid movement and creative transitions promote deep and even breathing to strengthen the nervous system and increase circulation to the organs. Binaural soundscapes open the mind to the vibration of universal consciousness. Guided meditation begin and end each class.  


Shanna is a certified yoga teacher, ordained metaphysical counselor and empath. Her journey began as a small child inadvertently discovering deep meditation as an escape from abuse. Having always had an interest in the unseen and unexplained, she began having out of body experiences before learning to speak.  Eventually she received a regents scholarship to ASU for religious studies. A series of intense life changing experiences including a serious car accident brought her to the first of several “awakenings,” beginning most notably in 2005. She now helps people through the shift in consciousness we are currently experiencing, assisting them along the path toward self-forgiveness and self-love – the greatest journey of all.  

Truly exemplifying her favorite quote from Kahlil Gibran, “The deeper that sorrow carves into your being, the more joy you can contain,’ she adds, “The journey to wellness is a constantly evolving process where we learn to nurture body and mind beginning with the heart; To truly understand that the most important step to long-lasting good health and harmony isn’t necessarily about sweating our way to perfect abs or contorting our bodies into painful positions. It starts within. It’s about self-acceptance, self-forgiveness, and self-love. It’s about learning to accept and respect ourselves wherever we may be. Through the physicality of yoga, we tune into a deeper more expansive space beyond the trivial day to day. We learn that it’s ok to nurture ourselves and to ALLOW our spirits to be happy.”  

Shanna received her yoga teacher’s certification at Bryan Kest’s world renowned studio in Santa Monica, CA. She attended Arizona State University for Religious Studies, and is currently studying at the University of Metaphysics Sedona. She is available for private yoga and counseling sessions and can be found at: 

https://www.facebook.com/shanna.gillette

http://www.facebook.com/justbevibration


COST: Suggested $10-20 donation. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. 

BRING: yoga mat (we will have some available for community use) and a blanket or something warm if needed

RSVP: souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2452

This is a level 2 class.

Dec
24
Sun
Formal Dinner Potluck & White Elephant Gift Exchange
Dec 24 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Formal Dinner Potluck & White Elephant Game & Gift Exchange

All guests staying at The Sou’wester (and community members too) are invited to a formal Christmas dinner potluck at The Sou’wester. After dinner we’ll have a White Elephant Game & Gift Exchange. (Gift Price Range: $10) This always brings lotsa-laughs! Come celebrate togetherness at the Sou’wester!

Please RSVP via souwesterfrontdesk@gmail.com or 360-642-2542 with number of people and what dish/drink/food you are bringing to the potluck. Let us know if you are participating in the gift exchange as well.