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10 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2015 CROW announces ‘Shrek’ as spring 2016 production www.shoppelocal.biz COURTESY PHOTO Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops’ (CROW) theater group members celebrate the announcement of their spring production,”Shrek,” which will premiere in April. Envelopes containing giant puzzle letters were opened by CROW kids who successfully answered musical theater trivia questions. The letters were unscrambled, a large banner unfurled, and CROW producer Mike Jacobson entered the scene wearing a silly Shrek mask and gloves. The Florence Playhouse erupted with applause and excited voices as kids shared which roles they might be interested in auditioning for. Auditions will be held Jan. 11 to 13 in CROW’s brand new artistic facility at 3120 Highway 101. CROW Artistic Director Melanie Heard said, “Mark your calendar, and start getting ready for auditions early because the competition will be fierce for roles in this hilar- ious and awesome Broadway musical!” For more information about the CROW program, visit www.crowkids.com. For the first time, the Florence Events Center (FEC) will play host to the Second Star Festival, which brings together more than 40 vendors showcasing wares meant to inspire, spark the imagination and foster cre- ativity. Activities will include acoustic musicians, local and regional art, kids events, inspirational talks about the creative process and more. Festivities will begin at 10 a.m. today, Aug. 8, and last until 10 p.m. There will be a break from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for visitors to grab dinner, fol- lowed by a performance in the auditorium by Tricky Pixie, as well as a film by critically acclaimed puppeteer and film- maker Toby Froud. Tricky Pixie is a fusion of talents from a musical trio that blends a myriad of instru- ments, strings, voices and drums to perform songs about pirates, dancing satyrs, gyp- sies and pixies to create a unique musical and visual experience. The film “Lessons Learned,” by Froud and his team of puppeteers at Stripey Pajamas Productions, is the story of a boy who is surprised by special treatment from his grandfather during his annual birthday visit — when he presents the boy with an intriguing gift offering adven- ture and other-worldly experi- ences. The merriment continues tomorrow, Aug. 9, with more music, mirth and creative mayhem from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Obtain a weekend pass plus a concert ticket to see the entire two-day festival, with special pricing for children so that the entire family can attend. Children ages 6 and under can attend free, with admis- sion for kids between 7 and 12 years old admitted for $7. FOR SALE BY OWNER Small HOME and LAND in gated ALL AGE community of Coast Village. Sleeps 6. New furnace, 200 amp service w/outlets for toys, Fully furnished. Community amenities include: Pool, Bath House, Sauna, Laundromat, Rec Hall, Playground Total Price $48,900.00 for appointment to see 541-556-7163 CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW BLACK On Friday, July 31, local nonprofit youth theatre organi- zation Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops (CROW) was excited to announce that they will be producing the hit Broadway show, “Shrek the Musical Jr.” in April 2016 at the Florence Events Center. The Florence playhouse was packed with families and kids eagerly awaiting the news, fol- lowing the showcase for “Games, Games, Games! Act- ing and Improvisation Camp.” Second Star brings mirth, merriment this weekend www.shoppelocal.biz