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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2015 Groups still forming for annual Power of Florence The fifth annual Power of Florence is an opportunity for members of the community to come together and have fun while making a difference. The Power of Florence, a festival-like event with fun events around town contribute to good deeds that make com- munity members’ lives better. Anyone can take part. Currently, 19 events are being organized for July 18. Many will be set up in the Grocery Outlet parking lot, such as the annual Humane Society Barbecue, Stuff the Van and Kitten Adoption Day. There will be live entertain- ment for all to enjoy during the after party in the parking lot with entertainers, including blues musician David Weigan, CROW kids’ dance and song group and local musician Marty Adams. Many events, such as car washes, raise funds for local nonprofit organizations like Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops and other non-profit groups. There are also service proj- ects that beautify local parks, schools and beaches. This year, Florence Mayor Joe Henry and city manager Erin Reynolds will be teaming like to participate, contact Power of Florence organizer Kaylee Graham. Anyone who would like to plan their own event can do anything, from a service proj- ect like weeding around town, to a collection event for a non- profit, or make a difference by participating in events as a vol- unteer. Events will be advertised by email blasts on Power of Florence’s Facebook page, on the Power of Florence website, in the Siuslaw News and other media outlets. For more information, con- tact Kaylee Graham by email at COURTESY PHOTO powerofflorence@hotmail.com Participants in last year’s Power of Florence event cele- or call 541-997-8778. brate following the day-long event. up with members from Florence Christian Church and the Realtors of Florence to beautify Miller Park. Kiwanis, Florence Ambas- sadors and Rotary also have beautification projects planned. In four years, Power of Florence participants have raised $32,000, completed 48 service projects and collected more than 10,000 pounds of food for the Food Share and Humane Society. If you or your group would Group to share insights into successful writing On July 14, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., the Creative Crones Writers (CC Writers) will host a presentation in the Bromley Room at Siuslaw Public Library. Budding or experienced writers are invited to attend and learn tips and tricks for creating your own writing group. Six local women have been meeting as a bimonthly group since 2010. They are: Pattie Anderson, Jacquie Beveridge, Denise Dee, Barbara Giles, Mary Nulty and Sharon Stiles. As involved members of the Florence community, the CC Writers benefit from the commitment to meet and share writing twice a month. The encouragement and support of the group inspires them to keep creating. In the July presentation, the CC Writers will share their history, time schedule, critiquing, retreats, the value of the group and prompts to generate inspiration. They will also briefly share from pieces they have pub- lished. Frank’s 101 Barbershop Celebrating 4 Years! Th ank you to all our customers for your loyalty and support over the last 4 years. We appreciate each and everyone of you Frank & Little Joe Come and play with us Open Mon - Fri 9-5 Saturday 9-3:30 541-999-8632 541 999-9800 Teresa Lofy tlofy@bmi.net 396 Hwy 101 Relay team slots still open The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Florence event is just around the corner and the communi- ty is invited to participate. This year’s event will be held Saturday, Aug. 8, from noon to midnight at Miller Park. Through Relay For Life, teams from local businesses, schools, families, places of worship and others raise money to support the American Cancer Society’s lifesaving mission. 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