The Coach House Restaurant to Cater Maritime Dinner at Coos Art Museum, July 9

On Saturday, July 12, Coos Art Museum launches its 21st Annual Maritime Art Exhibition with a dinner and auction fundraiser. This exciting evening will begin at 5 pm with a social hour to view the silent auction items and enjoy a refreshment of punch, coffee, beer or wine before dinner. The catered Maritime Dinner has become a favorite area tradition and is the savory highlight of the evening. Dinner will feature a “Seafood Extravaganza” presented by the Coach House of Coos Bay. Chef Jim Lorenz will be preparing a seafood buffet for your dining enjoyment. The menu items include: Crab and Salmon Cakes, Stuffed Clams, Cajun Shrimp, Barbequed Oysters, Alaskan Cod in Cream Cheese and Bay Shrimp Sauce, Razor Clams and Calamari Chipotle, and Lime Cilantro Chicken for those who prefer an alternative to seafood. Artworks in the silent auction include just completed en plein air paintings by the participating 21th Annual Maritime Art Exhibition artists. Other items include goods and services generously donated by area businesses and individuals. Proceeds from this fundraising event go to support Museum operations. Reservations are recommended. Tickets for the dinner and auction are $45 for museum members and $50 for non-members. The tickets can be purchased at Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson Avenue, Coos Bay, by telephone (541) 267-390; credit cards are accepted. New half-year museum memberships are now available at a reduced price for events and activities, July through October. Contact Coos Art Museum for more details.