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6 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, 2017 Rose and Thistle celebrates Earth Day with class Voting for Best NW Small Celebrate Earth Day with the magic of bitters and medicines from the earth during Rose & Crown Apothecary’s “Herbs for Digestion, Weight Loss & Metabolism,” class on April 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. “Incorporating bitter herbs into our diet has many benefits including decreased sugar cravings, healthier digestion, increased nutrient absorption and weight loss,” said Apothecary Co-founder & Herbalist Patricia Immel. “We have a fun, informative class prepared for you with many herbs to sample and recipes for you to try. Celebrate Earth Day with the gifts of wild medi- cine.” When we taste bitter our digestive system is activated. Enzymes and hormones are released for optimal digestion reducing gas, bloating, heart- burn, indigestion and stomach upset. Research shows that bitters reduce appetite, consumption and waistlines. Bitters are also effective to lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Our liver also responds to bitter. Bitter enhances the the Wellspring Clinic. It is a special place to learn about herbs, medicine making and to enjoy a hand-selected variety of organic bulk herbs and teas. This working apothecary also specializes in custom tea blends and herbal consultations with Immel and Horticulturist Sarah Butte. You’ll also find handcrafted organic skin-care products and distinctive gift items. At the heart of the apothe- cary are Immel and her daugh- ter, Butte. Together, they create botanically based products to enhance health, beauty and vitality. They personally grow and carefully wildcraft many of the COURTESY PHOTO medicinal plants used in Rose & Crown products. Patricia Immel (L) and her daughter Sarah Butte own and The class is free for Rose & manage The Rose and Crown Apothecary, inside the Crown Herb Society members Wellspring Clinic, located at 1845 Highway 126, Suite H. and $20 for non-members. Call 541-902-8860 to flushing of inflammatory com- This is why bitter herbs are reserve a spot in this popular pounds and irritating sub- recommended to alleviate class. Rose & Crown Herb Society stances from our body. headache, pain, fatigue, aller- The liver detoxification gies, asthma and skin condi- classes take place inside Rose & Crown Apothecary at 1845 function is optimized, blood is tions including acne. cleansed and inflammation is The Rose & Crown Highway 126, Suite G, reduced. Apothecary is an expansion of Florence, Ore. FRAA’s Big Wave Poetry Festival seeks Haikus Attention all poets, would- be poets, or just folks who love poetry. The Florence Regional Art Alliance’s (FRAA) Big Wave Poetry Fest is coming to Florence May 12-13. Part of the Festival is a Tsunami of Haiku — 3 line poem, written in a 5-7-5 syllable format. FRAA is asking everyone in Florence to think about what they love best about our town. Is it the beach, the river, Old Town, or a favorite coffee shop? Then describe your favorite thing in the Haiku format, sign it (or make it anonymous) and send it via email to bigwave- poetry@gmail.com. Or entries can be dropped off at the Siuslaw Public Library on Ninth Street or at the FRAA Art Center, 120 Maple St. FRAA members will print it, decorate it and hang the Haiku’s all around town begin- ning May 1. Share what you think is best about Florence, in the Haiku format, and have fun express- ing your inner poet. FOLLOW US FOR THE LATEST NEWS /S IUSLAW N EWS ❘ @S IUSLAW N EWS PAID POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT Native Oregonians .... ✔ ELECT FRANK EISELE for Port Commissioner Make your vote count on May 16th! FRANK THE BARBER APPROVES THIS AD! Town ends April 24 Florence, Oregon, has been nominated for USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel award. The national media compa- ny’s panel of experts selected Florence as a contender for Best Northwestern Small Town. An online poll is accepting votes through April 24. “We are super excited to be nominated to this list of great places, and want everybody who has ever enjoyed Florence to vote right away, and vote daily,” says Bettina Hannigan, executive director of the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce. Voters may vote once per day until polls close on Monday, April 24, at noon eastern. “Last year, Florence was named Expedia’s Most Beautiful Town and received the Reader’s Choice for Best Coastal Getaway from the state’s largest media source,” Hannigan stated.“We would be very grateful to have another national recognition as we build our identity as Oregon’s Coastal Playground, and as a great place to live and work,” To vote in the Poll go to www.10best.com/awards/ travel/best-northwestern- small-town/florence-oregon. FRESH CRAB Fresh In The Case THIS WEEK: GARLIC BUTTER SALMON IN FOIL Ingredients 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salmon Crab Oysters Steamer Clams Smoked fi sh and more… 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 pounds salmon 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves Directions 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil. 2.In a small bowl, whisk together butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper, to taste. 3.Place salmon onto prepared baking sheet and fold up all 4 sides of the foil. Spoon the butter mixture over the salmon. Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon, covering completely and sealing the packet closed. 4.Place into oven and bake until cooked through, about 15-20 minutes. Depending on thickness of salmon, should fl ake easily when done. 5.Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired. Serves 4. THE KRAB KETTLE 280 Hwy. 101 (2 Blocks N. of Bridge) Florence MONDAY-SUNDAY 10-6 • 541-997-8996 Visit the Siuslaw News online at WWW.THESIUSLAWNEWS.COM PAID FOR BY FRANK EISELE (541)997-6000 www.RealEstateFlorence.com Customize your own property search. View active listings with our exclusive Market Watch based on what is important to you! 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