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8 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, MARCH 12, 2016 THESIUSLAWNEWS . COM THIS WEEK ON THE ❘ / SIUSLAWNEWS ❘ @ SIUSLAWNEWS COAST A W EEKLY L ISTING OF C OMMUNITY E VENTS IN THE F LORENCE A REA S UBMIT ALL E VENTS I NFORMATION VIA E MAIL TO P RESS R ELEASES @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM meets at 3:30 p.m. at the Siuslaw Public Library. The meeting is free and open to the public. Saturday, March 12 P OLICE TO HOST DRIVING CLASS The Florence Police Department will have a public informational meeting dealing with a review of the local rules of the road. The class will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Bromley Room at the Siuslaw Public Library, 1460 Ninth St. There will be time for questions at this important overview of safe driv- ing techniques. Tuesday, March 15 W OMEN INVESTORS LUNCHEON The Siuslaw Women’s INvestment Group (SWING) will hold its monthly meeting at New Life Lutheran Church, 21st and Spruce streets, at 12:30 p.m. A light lunch will be followed by a business meeting and discussion of current market activity. Meet A RT TOUR TODAY other interested women and The Second Saturday Gallery Tour, increase knowledge of financial from 3 to 5 p.m., is a self-guided tour markets. that inspires community members and For more information, call Laura art lovers alike. Enjoy great local art, at 541-997-2929. interactions with fellow patrons of the arts and artists, receptions, refresh- D IABETES S UPPORT G ROUP MEETS ments, live entertainment and com- The March Diabetes/Pre-diabetes munity. The tour begins at any of the Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. participating locations, found at in the Bromley Room of the www.2ndSaturdayGalleryTour.com. Siuslaw Public Library. Bring a healthy snack to share Sunday, March 13 and enjoy good discussion to help you manage your diabetes. L IONS MAKE PANCAKES To register, call Joan Randle at 541-997-5326. R ESULTS FROM V ISION PROJECT Siuslaw Pathways Regional Forum will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Florence Senior Center, 1570 Kingwood St. It will be a family-friendly forum to hear results of the Siuslaw Vision Project and identify key action items. All ages are welcomed and encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call Liz Vollmer-Buhl at 541-520-2401. Thursday, March 17 L IVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST Learn about diabetes prevention, management and care during a spe- cial presentation at Spruce Point, 375 Ninth St., beginning at 2 p.m. C LASS FOR SENIOR DRIVERS The AARP Driver Safety Program will be offered from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Shorewood The Mapleton Lions Club will host Wednesday, March 16 Retirement Apartments, 15th and a pancake breakfast from 7:30 to Spruce streets. 10:30 a.m. at the Mapleton Lions C ARDS , LUNCHEON FOR CHARITIES Cost for AARP members is $15; Club, 88148 Riverview Drive. The Siuslaw Friendship Club will non-members is $20. Menu includes pancakes, sausage, host a card party to benefit To register, call LCC Florence ham and eggs. Cost is $7 for adults Florence charities. The party will Center at 541-997-8444. and $3 for children age 12 and take place at the Elks Club RV under. Park, 05607 Mercer Lake Road, Saturday, March 19 beginning at 11:30 a.m., and will Monday, March 14 include lunch of lasagna, garlic F UNDRAISER FLIPS FLAPJACKS bread and dessert. S UBSTANCE ABUSE SUPPORT The Caring Pregnancy Center of The cost is $15 per person and Florence is hosting a pancake The Siuslaw Area Partnership to all profits go to local charities. breakfast fundraiser from 8:30 to Prevent Substance Abuse (SAPPSA), Call 541-997-8104, Florence Antiques LAKESHORE MYRTLEWOOD Fine Myrtlewood Products (Gifts for every occasion) Come see it made. 5 Miles south of Florence 83530 HWY 101 (541) 997-8563 Open most days: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PICKLE in Find the % , and 10 our shop P! will DRO your bill TWILA & KELLY WELCOME JUDY ROTH, STYLIST Auto, Home, Life, Business Flood, Antique Auto, RV’s Medicare Advantage Plans Medicare Supplements Health Insurance • Cut • Color • Perms • Facials and Waxing Carrying Kenra and Pureology Product lines Phone (541) 997-9497 1234 Rhododendron Dr / Florence 498 Hghway 101, St. B 541-997-8440 Formerly Studio W the Salon Quality Work Clothing Prison Blues • Big Bills Boots: Whites • Hoffman Hathorn • Danner • Muck www.philssawshop.com 541-997-9767 399 Nopal St. • Florence • Next to Pro Lumber TO PLAY The Oregon Oldtime Fiddlers, District 5, will be making music at the Winchester Bay Community Center. On stage performance is 1 to 3 p.m., with an acoustic jam follow- ing from 3 to 4 p.m. The public is invited. There is no charge, so come dance or listen. The Oldtime Fiddlers is a non- profit organization whose mission is to play, promote and perpetuate old time music. District 5 goes along the coast from Florence to Brookings. Member musicians from other districts often come to play and sing. For more information, call 541- 759-3419. S PAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER Florence Evangelical Church, 1318 Rhododendron Drive, is rais- ing money to send children and youth to camp this summer. The first fundraiser is a spaghetti din- ner at the church from 4 to 7 p.m. The dinner includes spaghetti, salad, bread and dessert. Costs is $8 per person or $18 for a family of three or more. proprietor 541-997-9234 490 Hwy. 101 • Florence monamicafeandcatering @gmail.com Where great friends and good food meet! 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Jason S CU T HAIR THE FOR LE W HO Y IL FAM For all your Boat & Trailer Needs For Sale and Consignments Wanted ATV’s, Rv’s, Boats, Cars & Trucks Metal Buildings/Wooden Sheds Service Division Complete Outboard/Inboard Motor & Trailer Repair and Full Auto, Gas or Diesel 2530 Hwy. 101 • Florence DONATE NOW! h e Barber Station (541) 547-3141 (Diagonal from McDonald’s) Phil’s Saw Shop F IDDLERS DIVERSIFIED MARINE & EQUIPMENT SALES ESTATE JEWELRY !!! We buy, sell and consign quality estate/heirloom jewelry. Gold, silver, platinum jewelry with precious & semi precious stones. 11 a.m., at Florence Nazarene Church, 1536 12th St., across from the Elk’s Lodge. Mayor Joe Henry will be on hand to flip flapjacks and add to the fun. For more information, or to be a sponsor of this event, call Deborah Heldt Cordone at 541-991-9300. Commerical • Residential Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time Pick-Up. Easy curb side recycling program- No additional costs to our customers. 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