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Brookings, Oregon Patch AM: a 4 min readHi Brookings! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- A rare California condor just soared through the skies near Brookings
- How a three-day coast road trip lands you right in Brookings
- Which nearby campground gives Brookings campers the best oceanfront access?
Also on today's calendar: Saturday Shuffle and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Sunny; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 79 and low of 65 degrees.
- Saturday: Very warm, temps: high: 84, low: 57.
- Sunday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 62 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• California Condor Flies into Oregon for the First Time Since 1904 (thedogoodpress.com) — Brookings made the flight log for a history-making California condor, which briefly visited the area during the first documented condor trip into Oregon since 1904. The bird, tracked by the Yurok Tribe, flew a 380-mile loop that included stops near Medford, Cave Junction, and Brookings, marking a hopeful milestone in the species’ long-running recovery effort. 
• Only have 3 days on the Oregon Coast? Here's what you should do. (registerguard.com) — If you’re in Brookings or nearby, this three-day Oregon Coast road trip actually ends right in town, highlighting the Samuel H. Boardman corridor and local spots like Chetco Brewing and Misty Mountains Tap Haus. The guide walks travelers from Newport south through Florence and Bandon to Brookings, with detailed stops for beaches, hikes, and small-town eateries along the way.
• Our 8 favorite campsites on the central and southern Oregon coast (registerguard.com) — Campers in Brookings will be most interested in Harris Beach Campground, just north of town at the start of the Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor, with full hook-ups, tent sites, yurts, and beach access. The guide also spotlights seven other top campgrounds from Brookings up to Newport, comparing amenities, scenery, and reservation details for different camping styles.
📸 Around Brookings
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Beer Yoga — Chetco Brewing Company →
Chetco Brewing Company, 830 Railroad St, Brookings
11:00 am
Saturday June 13
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Other local events
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Saturday Shuffle →
Chetco Community Public Library, 405 Alder St, Brookings
1:00 pm -
Safety City
Kalmiopsis Elementary School
8:00 am -
Mario Kart Monday — Chetco Brewing Company →
Chetco Brewing Company, 830 Railroad St, Brookings
3:00 pm
Saturday June 13
Monday June 15
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🗓 Events Nearby
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LIVE MUSIC WITH John alden 3 — Chetco Brewing Company →
Chetco Brewing Company, 830 Railroad St, Brookings
6:00 pm -
Drop-In Sewing Help
Curry Public Library - Ascend Program Curry Public Library, 94341 3rd Street, Gold Beach, OR, 97444, United States
10:30 am -
Gold Beach Amateur Radio Society Discussion Group
Curry Public Library - Ascend Program Curry Public Library, 94341 3rd Street, Gold Beach, OR, 97444, United States
1:00 pm -
Second Saturday Storytime
Curry Public Library - Ascend Program Curry Public Library, 94341 3rd Street, Gold Beach, OR, 97444, United States
4:00 pm -
Author Talk & Book Signing: Mary Jacobs
Curry Public Library - Ascend Program 94341 3rd Street, Gold Beach, OR 97444
1:00 pm -
Stitched Together Crochet & Knitting Society
Curry Public Library - Ascend Program Curry Public Library, 94341 3rd Street, Gold Beach, OR, 97444, United States
3:00 pm -
Safety City
Kalmiopsis Elementary School
8:00 am -
Moms and Babies Meetup
Curry Public Library - Ascend Program Curry Public Library, 94341 3rd Street, Gold Beach, OR, 97444, United States
10:00 am
Friday June 12
Saturday June 13
Sunday June 14
Monday June 15
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Did somebody mention photography?
Well heck, I don't really know what I'm doing, but since I moved to Brookings, I discovered just about any photos I take around here are always… (Nextdoor Brookings Central) - Just a reminder for those stamp enthusiasts to meet this THURSDAY June 11th at noon at the library.
Let's just see who has what and get some ideas of value and trading etc. See you there! (Nextdoor Brookings North)
- National Veterinary Associates posted a job opening for Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist in Brookings. Apply here.
- Kroger posted a job opening for Cashier in Brookings. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brookings here.
🗞 Nearby News
Gold Beach
- What to do on Oregon coast. Ultimate guide (registerguard.com)
- 7 breweries to check out on the Oregon coast (registerguard.com)
- 9 Oregon Coastal Cafes Where Clam Chowder Tastes Better After A Windy Beach Walk (everafterinthewoods.com)
Cave Junction
- California condor flies into Southern Oregon for first time in more than a century (ijpr.org)
Grants Pass
- Parker's Place Village Nears Opening as Grants Pass Prepares for Major Shift in Homelessness Response (grantspasstribune.com)
- Caveman Pool Opening Delayed as Triple-Digit Heat Arrives in Grants Pass (grantspasstribune.com)
Ok Brookings! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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