Image provided by: University of Oregon Libraries; Eugene, OR
About The Siuslaw news. (Florence, Lane County, Or.) 1960-current | View Entire Issue (April 30, 2016)
SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2016 9 A Backstreet’s annual art Toastmasters treasurer receives award challenge underway The Summer Box Social offers anyone and everyone the opportunity to take Backstreet Galler’s annual art challenge. The finished pieces will be exhibited at the gallery during July in the Summer Box Social: American Spirit as we celebrate Independence Day. Here’s the catch: the boxes are round. Entrants will be given a choice of sizes or choose more than one. The entrance fee of $10 incudes one box. However, for $5 each, extra boxes are available and can be used to create a single artwork or an additional piece. So sharpen your right-side brain images. Boxes, entry forms and rules are offered at the gallery, 1421 Bay St. The Chick en Coop O N M A P L E Shop Early for Mother’s Day! Vickie Kennedy recent- ly received the Competent Leadership Award from Siuslaw Tale Spinners, the Florence club of Toastmasters Internat- ional. Kennedy joined Toast- masters in 2015 and has quickly worked her way into the fabric of the organization. She is cur- rently serving as treasure for the Siuslaw Tale Spinners. When Kennedy first learned of Toastmasters, she said she thought it was for professional speakers only but soon discovered it was for anyone. After attending her first meeting, “I was intrigued by the possibilities,” said Kennedy, who then joined. The Tale Spinners are host- COURTESY PHOTO Vickie Kennedy with her leadership award ing an open house today, April 30, from 1 to 3 p.m., in the Bromley Room of the Siuslaw We have homemade soaps, lotions, scarves, jewelry, candles, handbags and much more! Community Chorus to host patriotic concert 129 Maple Street , Old Town Florence 541-991-7739 375 9th St. • Florence, OR 97439 Ph: (541) 997-6111 • Fax: (541) 997-5747 Cell: (541) 305-5282 • rperkins@prestigecare.com www.spruce-point.com 1 ed # r Vot oome s er Gr Pet Read 6 201 hoice C Open Tues - Sat 9am - 5 pm 1751 12th Street, Florence 541-997-2726 Rik Perkins Community Relations Director Woody Woodbury USLAW I S 2066 Highway 101, Florence 541-997-0343 3 s n g i S Independent Owner/Operator Florence Grocery Outlet 1SPEVDFt%BJSZ%FMJ )FBMUI#FBVUZ 'SP[FO'PPETt'SFTI.FBU )PVTFXBSFTt#FFS8JOF 0SHBOJD/BUVSBM'PPETBOENVDINPSF We have ample RV parking! S & G R A I P H C Let me Showcase your property. LARGE FORMAT PRINTING BANNERS • WINDOW VINYL VEHICLE LETTERING • STICKERS Tim Sapp Owner / Principal Broker 541 999-8230 ILLUMINATED SIGNS MAGNETS • EVENT SIGNAGE LOCATED AT: 7KH6KLSSLQ·6KDFN 88718 Shoreline Loop – This home boasts 2,391 sq. ft. of oceanfront perfection. Endless upgrades and breathtaking views throughout. Energy effi- cient heating system and wrap around decks, right on the beach! $699,000. #1759-16377490 (541) 997-8148 WWW.SIUSLAWSIGNS.COM Public Library. The public is invited to attend. 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 Beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, the Community Chorus of Florence will be presenting its spring concert in shades of red, white and blue. Directed by Jennifer Meier, the chorus will bring to the audience a selection of inspiring patriotic songs such as “God Bless America,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic” and “America the Beautiful.” The concert will begin with a rendition of “The Star Bangled Banner.” Special guests, the Flotones will provide sever- al selections, along with the Encore Dancers tapping to “Yankee Doodle Dandy.” The Siuslaw High School Chamber Choir will perform several songs and the CROW kids will perform some tunes from their recent production of “Shrek the Musical, Jr.” Interspersed with these songs will be a medley of tunes by Irving Berlin, who wrote many Broadway musical and Hollywood songs during his 60-years of productivity. Adult tickets are $10 and children under 18 will be admitted free. Tickets can be purchased at the Florence Events Center or by calling 541- 997-1994. Siuslaw News Photo Gallery Coming Soon Now Showing Community Easter Egg Hunt Dancing with Sea Lions Oregon Dunes Triathlon Rhododendron Festival Winter Music Festival Fraudville Home & Garden Show PTA Talent Show Mother’s Day Brunch served from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm Adults - $24.95 Seniors 62 & over - $22.95 Kids 12 & under - $14.50 Our Brunch Buffet includes a variety of Breakfast & Lunch Items • Wild Mushroom Frittata • Cedar Plank Salmon • Spinach Puff Pastry • Chicken Saltimbocca • Omelets made to order • And so much more Assortment of Hot & Cold Appetizers Seafood Ice-Bar • Carving Station A Selection of Sweet Endings View at www.thesiuslawnews.com Photos available for purchase* 5x7 – $5 00 • 8x11 – $7 00 Siuslaw News Mother’s Day Dinner Purchase at 148 Maple St. 541-997-3441 *Photos online are reduced quality – Actual photos purchased are high resolution, high quality. served from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Serving dinner from our New Menu designed by Chef Cale Reservations are recommended: 541-547-5820 1555 Hwy 101 · Yachats · www.adoberesort.com L OOKING FOR B REAKING N EWS ? www.TheSiuslawNews.com www.shoppelocal.biz
