SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2015 Group to share insights I N BRIEF into successful writing KXCR today teaches On Tuesday, 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, 1460 Ninth St. 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. The CC Writers will share their history, time schedule, critiquing, retreats, the value of the group and prompts. The Grill & Lounge at Sandpines We are now open for lunch in the Lounge 7-days a week!! Dinner Fri & Sat nights from 5-8pm HAPPY HOUR 2-5 Wed-Sun SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER SPECIAL Surf and Turf Pasta ONLY $14 1201 35th Street at Kingwood, Florence Highway 101 & 35 St. 541-997-4623 For more information, call 541-420-2156. ‘Broadcasting Basics’ Community radio station, KXCR 90.7 FM is offering two “Broadcasting Basics” classes in the Bromley room at the Siuslaw Public Library today, July 11. An introduction to hosting and producing radio programs will be offered, as well as a class on radio transmission, sound and editing. The public is invited to this free event. Arrive prepared to take notes at 10:30 a.m. and plan on stay- ing no later than noon. Education and Support Group will be Tuesday, July 14, at the Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw, from 5 to 7 p.m. With the presence of urolo- gist Dr. Bryan Mehlhaff, plus prostate cancer survivors and their loved ones, this Us TOO Florence meeting is an excel- lent source of prostate cancer information. Bring questions and get answers, or just come to listen and learn. Call Bob Horney at 541- 999-4239 for more informa- tion. grades 1 to 8. A limited number of open- ings are available for fall. The school is open to people of all faiths and backgrounds, and some financial assistance is available for students of quali- fying families. For more information, call Sonshine Christian School at 541-997-5909. The school is located at 4555 Highway 101 at the Florence Seventh-day Adventist Church. Register now for The Siuslaw Area Partner- AARP driver program Amy Sue Berlin and Dana Louise, with special guest John Craigie, will perform at the Florence Unitarian Fellowship, Highway 101 and Heceta Beach Road., Wednesday, July 15 at 7 p.m. Amy Sue is folk singer Anne Feeney’s daughter and is trav- eling with two other talented young performers. Admission is by donation. McCornacks play tonight, tomorrow Winter Folk Festival fan favorites Mike and Carleen McCornack play at the Florence Playhouse, 208 Laurel St., Saturday, July 11, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, July 12, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $13 each. For tickets and more information, call 541-997-1675. SAPPSA meeting at library Monday Moose Lodge hosts open house today ship to Prevent Substance Abuse (SAPPSA) will meet July 13 at 3.30 p.m. in the Siuslaw Public Library. The Florence Moose Lodge, off Highway 101 behind La Chateau Inn, will host an open house today, July 11, at 1 p.m. There will be an orientation and overview of the Moose Lodge. Us TOO meets Tuesday The July meeting of the Us TOO Florence Prostate Cancer Petersen Auto Detailing SERVING THE FLORENCE AREA Protect Your Vehicle From Th e Elements! Wash • Wax • Detail Please Call or Email For An Appointment Gift tes Certifi ca ! b a il Ava le We Come to You! Woody Woodbury Independent Owner/Operator Florence Grocery Outlet 1SPEVDFt%BJSZ%FMJ )FBMUI#FBVUZ 'SP[FO'PPETt'SFTI.FBU )PVTFXBSFTt#FFS8JOF 0SHBOJD/BUVSBM'PPETBOENVDINPSF Trent Petersen Owner/Detailer 541-999-6078 PetersenAutoDetailing @Gmail.com We have ample RV parking! Professional All Breed Grooming & Bathing VISIT THE GREENMAN 1487 Hwy. 101 Florence, OR 97439 GENTLE EXPERIENCED GROOMERS By appointment For your “growing concerns” Experienced Grower/Consultant on staff. Proud to offer organic and biological gardening solutions. Come on in Tuesday-Friday for Self Serve Dog Wash Nails and Teeth Playroom Florence, Oregon (541) 999-8002 “Which way did they go, which way did they go?” Arlo the Bassett The next AARP Driver Safety Program will be offered Wednesday, July 15. Class is held from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Shorewood Retirement Apartments, at 15th and Spruce streets. Cost for AARP members is $15; cost for nonmembers is $20. All ages are welcome. To register, call LCC Florence Center at 541-997- 8444. Library board meets Wednesday 2066 Highway 101, Florence 541-997-0343 Lights/Ballasts/Reflectors Irrigation/Air Tubing Grow Tents Potting Soils Propagation Supplies Fans/Ventilation Nutrients/Amendments Hydrophonic Systems 375 Laurel St. Mon-Sat. 9am-5pm 541-741-3106 D.A.V. BINGO Play Bingo and Support Our Veterans! Join Us Sundays at 4:30 p.m. (doors open at 3:30 pm) Last Sunday of every month we have potluck. Bring your favorite dish! Disabled American Veterans #23 1715 21st St. • Florence The Siuslaw Public Library District Board of Directors will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Wednes- day, July 15, in the Bromley Room of the Siuslaw Public Library, 1460 Ninth St., for a regular monthly meeting. A complete agenda for this meeting is available at www. siuslawlibrary.org. Brown Hen holds spaghetti benefit The Brown Hen Cafe and friends of Liz Mobley invite the community to a spaghetti feed Wednesday, July 15, from 4 to 7 p.m., to help pay for Mobley’s cancer treatment and expenses. A silent auction will also be held during the dinner. Port holds public meeting July 15 The Port of Siuslaw Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting Wednesday, July 15, at 7 p.m., at the Port office, 100 Harbor St. in Florence. A supplemental budget to authorize OSMB grant funds will be included on the agenda. Port meetings are open to the public. For more information con- tact the Port of Siuslaw office at 541-997-3426. Registration begins at Sonshine school Registration for the 2015-16 school year is under way at Sonshine Christian School, Florence’s Christian school for Florence Habitat for Humanity is Hiring! CROW holds first free showcase Friday Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops will hold a free showcase after each of three summer performance camps. “Musical Mix Up! Song and Dance Camp” showcase is at 3 p.m. on Friday, July 17. “Games Games Games! Acting and Improv Camp” showcase is at 3 p.m. on Friday, July 31. CROW will also reveal its next musical. The Advanced Acting Camp showcase will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14. Fools Haven opens ‘Raw Canvas’ Friday Eugene actress Nancy Hopps plays Rosalyn in “Raw Canvas,” a one woman, one-act show written by Diane-Barratt Walton and directed by Judith Sparky Roberts of Fools Haven. The show runs Friday, July 17, through Sunday, July 19, and Aug. 14 through 16 at the Florence Playhouse, 208 Laurel St. Tickets are $13 each. For tickets and information, call 541-997-1675. Power of Florence serves community July 18 The Power of Florence annual day of service begins with the Power Walk (run, jog, stroll, skip, whatever) at 8 a.m. at 990 Second St. on Saturday, July 18. Join founder Kaylee Graham and Florence Mayor Joe Henry on a beautiful walk that loops through Historic Old Town. Power of Florence T-shirts will be available for sale at the walk. Leashed pets are welcome. The Woahink Lake Association will hold its sum- mer meeting Saturday, July 18, at the West Woahink Meeting Hall. A barbecue will start at 1 p.m., with the meeting begin- ning at 2:30 p.m. Membership in the associa- tion is open to those who reside or are property owners within the Woahink Lake water shed. Prospective new members are welcome to attend. Applications for new mem- bers and membership renewals will be available at the meeting. POSITION PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Florence Habitat for Humanity creates successful home ownership by partnering low-income families with the community to build affordable homes and provide affordable repairs to existing homes. The ReStore contributes to this program by selling donated building materials, paint, furniture, tools and appliances at low prices and providing a means to recycle materials that would otherwise become landfill. The Florence Habitat ReStore Assistant Manager position presents an opportunity to help with the future development of a fast-growing, community-focused resale store in a dynamic, expanding organization. The person in this position is responsible for assisting in the management of all phases of the ReStore program. Included in that is day-to-day store operations; expense and income monitoring and reporting; volunteer recruitment, development, and supervision; soliciting donations of items for resale and preparing and pricing donated items for display; as well as developing marketing and sales strategies. The Assistant Manager will be on the sales floor with customers or working with donors and will also open and close the store, ensure the maintenance, security and cleanliness of the facility and, in the absence of the Manager, assume responsibility for daily balances and sales records. Some evening and out of town meetings required. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS EOE KXCR Summer Folk Series continues Woahink Lake Assn. hosting barbecue July 18 ReStore Assistant Manager Salaried/ Part time - $24,500 Applications accepted until July 24, 2015. Pick up application at 2004 Hwy. 101, Florence, OR 97439 . Volunteer Experience with Florence ReStore. . Education: BA or BS preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. . Understand and appreciate the mission of HFH and the ReStore. . Two years or more retail, business, or equivalent experience. . Supervisory experience required and experience with volunteers preferred. . Possess strong communication skills. . Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, and the ability to multi-task. . Detail-oriented and ability to work independently. . Experience with appliance and furniture maintenance and repair preferred. . Must be able to deal with all kinds of individuals and remain consistent in keeping a professional demeanor. Ability to work effectively with donors and customers. . Local travel and reliable transportation required. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. . Physical requirements: This individual will be expected to assist the staff in performing store and donation intake functions. Must: be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds; move objects frequently; be able to reach, grasp, talk, hear, see, stand, walk, read, write, climb, balance, push, lift, stoop, crouch, sit, and use repetitive motions; work in heated and unheated areas, in-doors and outside, in a variety of weather conditions. 9 A MHS Class of 1975 reunion July 18 *Valid for new patients only. Call for details. Expires 8/31/2015 The Mapleton High School Class of 1975 will host its 40- year class reunion July 18 at Pop’s Smokehouse Restaurant (the old Gingerbread House), from noon to 3 p.m. Teachers are welcome to attend.