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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2015 LaTomme named Library ‘Best Friend’ for 2015 Tidings News about the Siuslaw Public Library COURTESY PHOTO Andy LaTomme (left) was named the Friendship Club’s Member of the Year for 2015. Andy LaTomme was named 2015 Member of the Year by the Siuslaw Friendship Club. Each year the club chooses a member who has contributed outstanding service to the community of Florence and the Friendship Club. LaTomme is the first man to receive this award. He is an active card player and a mem- ber of the Florence Elks Club. Last year, LaTomme was honored to be flown to Washington DC with a group of World War II veterans to see the WWII memorial. He is best known as the gen- tleman who calls every mem- ber of the club on their birth- day and sings “Happy Birthday” to them. Library Tidings, a regular feature of the Siuslaw News, features news about upcoming Siuslaw Public Library pro- grams for adults and children, new books and videos, and other library news of interest to the community. Library Tidings by Kevin Mittge Moriarty: A Novel By Anthony Horowitz Book review by Susie Voth Fans of Sherlock Holmes real- ize that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle will never write another book featuring Holmes and Watson. However, fans also know that does not mean stories featuring Holmes and Watson will not be written. Anthony Horowitz is a writer who has been officially endorsed by the Conan Doyle family to continue the legacy of Holmes and Watson. “The House of Silk,” pub- lished in 2011, was the first Holmes novel written by Horowitz. “Moriarty: A Novel” is the second. Those of us chomping at the bit to read further adventure of our favorite consulting detec- tive duo will be surprised that Holmes and Watson do not make an appearance in this book that begins at Reichenbach Falls, just after both Holmes and Moriarty fall to their demise. The day after the disappear- ance, Pinkerton Detective Frederick Chase arrives in Switzerland, on the trail of a par- ticularly fiendish American criminal intent upon taking over London’s criminal underworld left untended by Moriarty’s death. Chase is aided in his undertak- ing by Scotland Yard detective Inspector Athelney Jones. Fans of Holmes will remember him from “The Sign of the Four.” Jones had taken it upon him- self to study Holmes’ methods and writings, thereby becoming a better detective. Chase and Jones return to London in pursuit of the shad- owy Clarence Devereux. It is in London that the book takes a darker turn than a typical Conan Doyle book. There are bloody deaths, tor- ture and mayhem. I urge readers to stick with the story. There is a twist at the end that was totally unpredictable. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Julian Rind-Tutt and Derek Jacobi. Their rendition of the story is quite well done. Genealogy Society to discuss Facebook The Siuslaw Genealogical Society, a library-sponsored organization, will be meeting tonight, May 20, at 7 p.m., in the Bromley Room to discuss Facebook and other social media for family historians. Society 5 A member Jacquie Beveridge will be leading the discussion. Facebook, Pinterest, Tumblr and blogging are popular ways for families to keep in touch. The society’s meetings are all free and open to the general pub- lic. Summer reading is around the corner! This year’s summer reading program begins on June 1. The theme for children is “Every Hero has a Story,” the theme for teens is “Unmask!” and the theme for adults is “Escape the Ordinary.” As with each year’s program look for fun filled programming, for all ages, throughout the months of June and July. All age groups will be able to earn or win exciting prizes. Look for more information in Library Tidings in the Siuslaw News and at the library. Friends of the Library to meet tomorrow The Friends of the Library will be meeting tomorrow, May 21, at 11 a.m. at the library. Note that this is one week earlier than usual. All library supporters are invited to attend. Summer Twilight program registration ends May 22, program starts June 15 The end of regular school Twilight Indian Education will be Thursday, June 4, only to begin gearing up for another active summer Spruce Point Assisted Living presents: school program. On Monday, June 15, at 8 a.m., the doors at the elemen- tary south building will open for the beginning of the four- week, four-day summer school program that will end each day at 2 p.m. A myriad of classes will be offered, including reading, SAFETY S FIRST math, writing, art classes with Kim Pickell, STEM/ STEAM classes, Karuk lan- guage class and an American Indian culture class each day. The last day will be Thursday, July 9. Enrollment for students in this free summer school pro- gram ends May 22 in order to have transportation avail- able. For anyone who misses that enrollment date, arrang- ing transportation takes 3 to 4 days from receipt of registra- tion forms. Your student can still attend the first week, but transporta- tion will not be available until the second week. Read for the Need May 22-23 SafetyMan says “Always be Safe to Ensure an Active & Independent Lifestyle” Join us as we host a lecture series to increase safety awareness on fall prevention, common home injuries and provide solutions to keep you and your loved one safe. Classes are FREE to the public. Surviving the Heat THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2015, 2:00 PM We will discuss the importance of adequate hydration and nutrition to safely navigate the hot summer months. Falls Are Preventable THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2015, 2:00 PM The opportunity to help reduce falls among older adults has never been better. Fall prevention programs can reduce falls and help older adults live better, longer lives. All Participants will be entered into a raffle for a $25 Gift Card. To RSVP and to find out about our Move In Specials call (541) 997-6111 or visit us today! Spruce Point Assisted Living 375 9th Street, Florence, Oregon 97439 www.PrestigeCare.com Registration forms can be picked up in the Siuslaw Elementary School office or at the Twilight Indian Education After School program in the south build- ing from 3 to 5 p.m. For more information about the Twilight program, contact Lynn Anderson at 541-997- 5458. See Jim for your Auto Sales Needs! 2150 Hwy. 101 • Florence (541) 997-3475 • 1-800-348-3475 Read for the Need, a fundraiser for Florence Food Share, will be held at the Florence Events Center Friday, May 22, and Saturday, May 23, of Memorial Day weekend. Friday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with story times at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with story times at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Children will be able to choose books for themselves after each story time. If you have books you would like to donate, contact Florence Food Share at 541- 997-9110 for donation loca- tions. Recycle unwanted electronics Introducing your brand-new local bank. Community banking is where we got our start 125 years ago. And it’s what we deliver everywhere we go. Which is why even though Siuslaw Bank is now Banner Bank, you’ll still find the same local employees you know, and trust and an unwavering commitment to serving your community. Visit one of our many convenient branches or find us at bannerbank.com. Let’s create tomorrow, together. MEMBER FDIC Recycle almost anything that plugs in or runs on bat- teries at the Real Food Co-op between Saturday, May 23, and Saturday, May 30, at noon. NextStep Recycling in Eugene will place a large box outside of Real Food Co-op for donations of unwanted electronics. NextStep Recycling refur- bishes and recycles unwanted electronics, from computers to toasters and alarm clocks. Its mission is to provide technology and training to children and adults who have barriers to employment and education, while protecting the environment and commu- nity from hazardous waste. Visit their website for a complete list of items that can be donated. Their ReUse Store is open daily and locat- ed in Eugene, where you can purchase refurbished elec- tronics, power cords, battery packs and more. Real Food Co-op is located at 1379 B Rhododendron Dr. For more information, call 541-997-3396.