Vi s i t ex h i b i t a n d s h a re ‘ Fo r t h e Love o f An i m a l s’
The month of February will include the second annual “For the
Love of Animals” exhibit at FEC. This highly successful event is a
chance as an artistic community to support the local Florence Area
Humane Society (FAHS). With paintings or photographs, artists
share their talents and help get the word out about the importance of
supporting shelter animals. Beside each rod displaying the works of
individual artists is a photo of an animal up for adoption at the FAHS.
During a special reception set for Friday, Feb. 12, all proceeds
from the exhibit between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. will be donated to FAHS.
In addition, while at the reception, guests can buy raffl e tickets to win
a voucher for a portrait of their pet to be painted by well-known local
artist John Leasure.
The drawing will be held at 2 p.m. Also, there will be a photo
booth set up for pet photos, to be developed almost instantly.
Complimentary refreshments will be served for both pet owners
and their pets, along with a bin for donations of pet food for the
FAHS. This exhibit is a win-win for all.
For more information, visit www.eventcenter.org.
S h a re yo u r h e a r t, s u p p o r t fo r l o c a l yo u t h a r t s
On Saturday, Feb. 13, beginning at
6:30 p.m., Children’s Repertory of Oregon
Workshops (CROW) will once again
celebrate the magic of youth performing
arts through a lively fundraising party called
“Share Your Heart.” Sweethearts, singles,
friends and supporters are encouraged to join
Calendar of Events
FEBRUARY
February:
Crab Crack — Feb. 6
Lane Blood Mobile — Feb. 8
For the Love of Animals art reception —
Feb. 12
CROW Share Your Heart — Feb. 13
Ballet Fantastique — Feb. 20
Heart 2 Heart — Feb. 20
Wallflowers and Wine — Feb. 26
If Gathering Women’s Conference —
Feb. 27
MARCH:
Concealed Weapons Training — March 2
Florence Home & Garden Show —
March 4-6
SHS All-Band Concert — March 7
PTA Talent Show — March 10 and 11
Rotary Auction — March 12
Glen Miller Orchestra — March 18
Cavy Show — March 19
SMS Band Festival — March 30
ONGOING EVENTS :
Florence Rotary Club luncheon -
Tuesdays at noon
the fun at this Valentine’s Day themed event.
Children will sing songs from the heart, and
guests will be invited to participate in a unique
silent auction, live auctions, dessert auction
and games such as the “Kissing Booth” and a
brand new “Heart Breaker!” game, in which
guests can try their luck at winning delicious
wine — all while supporting local kids in the
arts.
Last year, CROW raised $46,000
through auctions, pledges and donations,
which put the nonprofi t well on it’s way to
securing it’s new home: The CROW Center
for the Performing Arts, located at 3120
Highway 101 in Florence.
“Share Your Heart is like anything
else CROW does — it’s over the top,” says
artistic director and CROW founder, Melanie
Heard. “Events like this are made possible by
countless volunteer hours, incredible silent
and live auction donations from community
members, and lots of old-fashioned hard
work from the CROW parents, volunteers
and production team. We are so incredibly
grateful to everyone who has helped us get
to this point. But we still have miles to go
before we sleep,”
In the spring of 2015, CROW
temporarily secured it’s new home through
the help of an infusion of immediate funds
from an anonymous investor. However, the
funds must be repaid in full with a period
of one year to 18 months. “And the sands
are already slipping through the hourglass,”
said Heard.
CROW still has to raise
nearly $220,000 to repay the investor, plus
additional funds to fi nish renovations so that
they are able to open their doors to the kids.
In addition to concentrated fundraising
efforts, CROW has been actively pursuing
large grants from major foundations
throughout the United States. “We have
hired an incredible grant writer to help with
our efforts, and are truly blessed by this
individual’s talent and propensity for writing
eloquent grants.”
CROW has big plans for the new
facility, which will house ongoing classes
in dance, voice, theatre, and scenic artistry,
as well as protect the organization’s sets,
costumes, and props. With the addition of
their own space, CROW plans to continue
its ongoing community outreach in even
more ways, through more
involvement in local schools,
more scholarships for summer
camps, a Senior living center
mentorship program, and “anti-
bullying” and “literacy building”
theatrical programs, targeting
students of various grade levels.
Single tickets are $40 for
adults and $25 for youth (12
and under). A full table of eight
can also be purchased for $300
and CROW encourages local
businesses to sponsor a table
and bring some friends and
colleagues. Tickets include wine
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(adults only) and hot hors d’oeuvres, as well
as a chance to bid on the amazing baskets
prizes and desserts up for grabs. The evening
will culminate with a “Raise Your Paddle”
donation opportunity and exciting live
auctions on some “big ticket” items.
Doors open at 6 pm, and the event
begins at 6:30. To reserve your seats, call
the Florence Events Center at (541) 997-
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more information about the CROW program
visit www.crowkids.com or contact Melanie
Heard at (541) 999-8641.
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shown how big their hearts are for worthy
projects, and we hope we can count on this
same generosity and love to carry us through
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