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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2015 7 A FAHS urgently New FRAA Art Center opens today seeks volunteers The Florence Area Humane Society (FAHS) is short- staffed and needs volunteers to work on weekends. On Saturdays and Sundays, from 8:30 to 11 a.m., FAHS could use help cleaning the kitten rooms and the dog ken- nels. On weekend afternoons, FAHS staff could use several volunteers to help with closing procedures. This involves set- tling the animals for the evening. Other tasks that the shelter needs help with are washing litter pans and dishes and fold- ing laundry. The shelter will match vol- unteers to tasks they are best able to complete. The FAHS staff also needs two volunteers to provide phone coverage on on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you would be available and willing to help out, call the shelter at 541-997-4277. Let them know what you are able to do so they can add you to the schedule. This is an ongoing need, so if you are not able to help weekends, call and let them know when you could be available. DENTURE SERVICES INC. Here to serve your denture needs: Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Relines and Repairs After many hours of work by a group of dedicated members, Florence Regional Arts Alliance (FRAA) open the doors at its new location in Old Town today, Sept. 2, at noon. Located at 120 Maple St., visitors will discover a gallery filled with fine art paintings, photography, jewelry, multi- media art, fused glass, prints, calendars, and greeting cards. In addition to the front gallery, some artists have indi- vidual market spaces to high- light their artworks. These artists include photographer Ken McDougal; oil paintings by Ron Hildenbrand and Claudia Ignatieff; pyrography (wood burning) and watercol- ors by Pam Parker; oil paint- nings by John Leasure; multi- media creations from Bill Johnson; oil paintings by Earl Mason; fused glass works from Kristin Anderson; and multi- media by Barb Tyndall. The center of the FRAA Gallery will be used to offer the community a wide variety of art classes and special events. COURTESY PHOTO Helping to get the new FRAA Art Center ready for opening day are (from left) Jim Ignatieff, Ron Hildenbrand, Claudia Brown, Tracy Webster and Claudia Ignatieff, (not pictured: John Leasure and Bev Hildenbrand). The official grand opening will be held Oct. 23, but the gallery is open to the public beginning today. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Classes are listed on the FRAA website at www.fraa oregon.org. William Foster LD Sherry, Offi ce Manager FREE CONSULTATIONS Monday-Thursday 10am - 2 pm Relines and Repairs Same Day Or by special appointment Financing: Citi Health Card 12 Month no Interest 524 Laurel St. 541-997-6054 Care to hear a little secret? Not all hearing aids sound the same. Gail Leslie, Au. D. Sandi Ybarra, Au. D., Doctors of Audiology Call to schedule a consultation. You’ll find we’re expert listeners. FLORENCE: 541-997-7617 1525 12th Street, Suite 2 EUGENE: 541-686-3505 VOICE / TTD 401 East 10th Avenue, Suite 110 www.hearingassociates.net Hearing is believing ‘CROW Sings’ CD exciting opportunity for youth vocalists Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops (CROW), the nonprofit Florence based youth theatre organization, is always on the lookout for cre- ative opportunities for kids that are unique and different. This time, they’ve created a pretty neat one, with the help of multitalented and very sup- portive local musician and producer, Marty Adams. “‘CROW Sings’ will be a fundraiser CD, produced by Adams, and featuring the beautiful voices of our local kids,” says CROW Artistic PHOTO BY FIRST LAST/SIUSLAW NEWS Director Melanie Heard. Students from CROW’s Summer 2015 Song and Dance All funds raised through Camp work on a song together. Now, CROW kids will get sales of the CD will benefit the chance to sing in a CD produced with Marty Adams. CROW’s building purchase and renovation process for its necessary fixtures such as toi- ed a way in which friends and artistic facility for youth, lets, sinks, countertops and supporters of area student per- located at 3120 Highway 101. cabinets. formers can listen to them CROW is currently raising “Kids put their hearts and over and over again, while at funds for a new roof, new souls into their songs and I’m the same time contributing flooring for the front room, always so moved by the voice toward the future success of renovated electrical panel of a child,” continues Heard. children in the arts. work in the interior, overhead With this CD concept, “It’s a win-win situation,” lighting, a security system and CROW hopes that it has creat- says Heard. CROW will hold open audi- tions for the 14 tracks on the CD on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 1 p.m. at the Florence Playhouse, 208 Laurel St. in Old Town. To audition, students must bring their background music track on a CD. A CD player will be provided. There must not be any extraneous background vocals on the music track — i.e.,no backup singers or harmony. “We are looking for kids between the ages of 5-22+, who demonstrate the kind of talent, skill, integrity and enthusiasm that CROW is all about,” says Heard. “We’d encourage anyone interested to come and give it a try. No experience is needed.” For more information, or if you have questions, call Heard at: 541-999-8641. You also can visit www.crowkids.com to learn more about the CROW pro- gram. Local PEO announces third annual wine tasting The local Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO), Chapter FQ, has announced its third annual “Wine, Women and Who Knows What?” wine tasting, taking place Sunday, Oct. 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. in Galleries 1 and 2 at the FEC. “We’ve moved our event to the FEC this year,” said co- chair Jean Koning, “because our last two events have sold out, and we simply need more space. This will give us a bet- ter venue for accommodating our guests, and also displaying the many wonderful art pieces and gift baskets featured in our silent auction.” All proceeds from the wine tasting go to provide scholar- Spruce Point Assisted Living presents: ships, loans and grants to women pursuing higher educa- tion. Over the years, PEO has awarded many scholarships to local women who have obtained their degrees at vari- ous colleges and universities, and then returned to Florence to give back to the local com- munity. The wine tasting will feature five wines from Oregon vine- yards, along with food pairings for each wine, created by culi- nary arts students at Siuslaw High School. “It’s a pleasure working with these students and their teacher, Kyle Lewis,” said co- chair Gayle Sisson. “Giving them a chance to show off their creativity and skill totally fits with everything PEO is about — supporting young people who are pursuing their dreams.” An extensive list of door prizes has been donated, and there will be a silent auction for art by a number of well- known local artists. Tickets for the event are $25 and must be reserved in advance. Call 541-997-2318 or 541- 999-6617 for information. SAFETY S FIRST 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. Know Your Numbers Avoid Bathroom Dangers THURSDAY, JULY 23, 2015, 2:00 PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2015, 2:00 PM We will talk about cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index (BMI) numbers and more. Learn what the numbers mean for various screenings to stay in control of your health. Dangers exist all around your home, and unless safety precautions are in place, you leave yourself in danger. Recognizing these dangers, and making some common sense decisions, will go a long way in protecting you and your family. The Truth Behind Senior Moments THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2015, 2:00 PM Learn what’s normal and what is not when it comes to short-term memory loss. Learn the early signs of Alzheimer’s and other related dementias. 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