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10 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2016 Spoken poetry contest May 7 Auxiliary awards Cordone, Leskin Florence Regional Arts Alliance (FRAA) Poetry Committee has announced that Poetry Slam master Jorah LaFleur, from Eugene, will emcee the upcoming Spoken Word Poetry Contest, Saturday, May 7, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St. LaFleur has been the organ- izer and emcee of the Eugene Poetry Slam for the past nine years. In addition, she is a writer/performer, spoken word artist, actor, workshop facilita- tor and ceremonial officiant. She has served as an emcee at a variety of events throughout Oregon, including the Oregon Country Fair, Earthdance, Bhaktifest, Lane County’s Got Talent and many others. LaFleur has facilitated Spoken Word Poetry Workshops in schools from elementary to community col- lege. “I believe that spoken word poetry can be a powerful tool for young people and want to encourage and empower young people to explore this art form,” said LaFleur, who has authored her own book of poetry called, “I Can Promise You a Rose Garden.” Bettie Egerton, chairwoman of the Big Wave Poetry Fest said, “I am thrilled that Jorah agreed to be our ‘Mistress of Ceremony.’ She absolutely knows how to run a Poetry Contest … plus she is funny and engages the audience to be a participant in the event, not just a listener.” Rust speaks at library Wednesday Local author and former Lane County Commissioner Jerry Rust will be at the Siuslaw Public Library, 1460 Ninth St., in the Bromley Room, on Wednesday, May 4, at 6:30 p.m., to discuss and read from his latest book, “The Shandong Question.” Shandong is a province in Eastern China where the author spends part of each year teaching English. Rust is a fifth generation Oregonian born in Prairie City in 1943. He earned a bache- lor’s degree at the University of Oregon and subsequently joined the Peace Corps. When Rust returned to Oregon in the 1970s he helped form the Hoedads, a tree planting cooperative, in response to clear cutting of forests in Lane County. In 1980 he began five terms of service as a Lane County Commissioner. The former commissioner, now living in Mapleton with his wife and other family members, spends part of the year in Shandong, China, teaching English. Shandong is a province of once disputed territory due to concessions made to Germany in the late 1800s and then Japan during World War I. The disposition of the area was a subject addressed in the Versailles Treaty. The treaty’s award of cer- tain interests in the peninsula to Japan was denounced by many Chinese citizens, who protested in a large demon- stration on May 4, 1919, the beginning of a revolution now referred to as the May Fourth Movement. On this May 4, join fellow history buffs to hear Rust share his first-hand experi- ences and fascinating history of the Shandong peninsula, as well as read from his recently published novel, “The Shandong Question.” Rust has also written two other books. The event is free and open to the public. Copies of the book will be available for pur- chase. For more information about the program, visit the Siuslaw Public Library, call 541-997-3132 or go to www.siuslawlibrary.info. COURTESY PHOTO Poetry Slam master Jorah LaFleur will emcee the upcom- ing FRAA Spoken Word Poetry Slam in Florence. Egerton said that so far, 16 poets from around the state have signed up for the Spoken Word Contest. “Nearly every poet who has won one of the contests held in Florence is going to compete is this one.” said Eggerton. “You are going to hear some amaz- ing poetry. For those who have never been to a spoken word poetry event, this is the one to attend.” Tickets can be purchased at the door, or at the FRAA Art Center on Maple Street, for $10. For more information, visit w w w. f r a a o r e g o n . o r g / poetryfest.html. HOME FOR SALE New listing, Coast Village. Owner relocating after 23 years. Unique wood framed single family mfg. and site framed residence on approx.1/3 acre. Only $71,500 Call Free & Assoc. Auction/Realty 541-997-3263 or 541-999-0196 We offer Custom Engraving! Jewelry, Name plates, ID bracelets, Pet tags and more. • Plates • Sterling Silver Jewelry • Collectible Hand Carved Eggs • Gallery Pieces • Turquoise Jewelry • Glass Art • Earrings • Pendants • Gift items and MORE ON SALE! Silver Sand Dollar Gallery Jewelry and Gifts 1499 Bay Street (Old Port Building) On-Site Parking 541-997-0111 Closed Sun.-Mon. Dinner Is Served just the way you like it! Friday & Saturday 5pm-8pm All of our fresh menu items are made to order, so exactly what you want is exactly what you get. Open for Lunch Daily 11am-5pm Of ering Beer, Wine & Cocktails U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 52 gathered at Station Siuslaw River for its monthly meeting and to give out awards in mid-April. Port of Siuslaw Manager Steven Leskin was presented with a certificate of apprecia- tion for “outstanding coopera- tion and assistance in further- ing the purposes and principles of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary.” Florence resident Deborah Heldt Cordone was officially sworn in as a member of the Auxiliary by Norm Hoffman, Flotilla Commander. Cordone, a retired law enforcement officer, has been working public affairs for the Coast Guard for the past few months. During the meeting, she also took an Oath of Office, admin- istered by Station Siuslaw River Senior Chief Tregoning, as the recently appointed Flotilla Staff Officer for Public Affairs. Cordone’s guest Mayor Joe Henry gave a short speech, congratulating Cordone and briefly discussing her proposal for Florence to become a des- ignated Coast Guard City USA or Coast Guard Community. Preliminary plans are in the PHOTOS BY ROBERT STEELE New U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla Staff Officer for Public Affairs Deborah Heldt Cordone (above, center) stands with friends after she is sworn in by U.S. Coast Guard Station Siuslaw River Senior Chief Tim Tregoning (far right). works for submitting an appli- cation for such. The Auxiliary is a group of volunteer members who assist the active-duty Coast Guard in various ways, offering unique opportunities to give to the country and back to the com- munity. It is assigned under the Department of Homeland Security and is under authority of Coast Guard leadership. The cornerstones of the Auxiliary include safe boating education, operations, fellowship and recruitment. For more information about joining the USCG Auxiliary, visit www.cgaux.org. If you would like a free vessel inspec- tion, contact the station at 541- 997-2486, option 3. Do your part and volunteer today to help support these local non-proft organizations in our community! Volunteer•Get involved•Donate Helping Hands Coalition Assisting those in need in our Community. Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri 11 AM - 2 PM PO Box 1296 • 1339 Rhododendron Dr., Florence, OR 97439 Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer Meals on Wheels and Cafe 60 Meals on Wheels are available to people over the age of 60 who cannot get out much due to illness or advanced age and who are not eating properly, regardless of income. Cafe 60 is available for those who prefer to make new friends in a dining room setting. 1570 Kingwood PO Box 2313, Florence 541-997-5673 laneseniormeals.org Peace Harbor Volunteers Join the Peace Harbor Hospital Volunteers, you will fi nd an area of interest in a caring organization. 400 9th Street, Florence 541-997-8412 ext. 209 h is Week’s Special Chicken Carbonara Only $12.00 The Grill & Lounge at Sandpines 1201 35th Street at Kingwood, Florence Highway 101 & 35 St. 541-997-4623 Siuslaw Outreach Services SOS is looking for a few great volunteers! We have morning opportunities available at the front desk! Spend a few hours each week greeting clients, answering the phone and helping our community. All training is provided. Call our Volunteer Coordinator- Lori @ 541-997-2816 Us Too Florence Saving men one PSA test at a time. “Someone to talk to...who understands!” 541-997-6626 maribob@oregonfast.net www.ustoofl orence.org See Jim for your auto sales needs! 2150 Hwy. 101 • Florence (541) 997-3475 • 1-800-348-3475 To include your organization in this directory, please call us @ 541-997-3441
