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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 2016 Rhody Express announces special Rhody Days hours For those wanting to experi- ence the night life during the Rhody Festival, the Rhody Express is a safe and conven- ient way to get you from Bay Street to any lodging within the city limits free of charge from 9 p.m. until 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, May 20 and 21. The Rhody Express will operate its regular hours and route on Friday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fares are $1 one-way or $2 S HOREWOOD Saturday, April 30, the Shorewood Retirement Residence hosted a Shorewood Ladies Tea Party. The ladies invited their own guests and were in charge of decorating their own tables. There were tables decorated in various themes: birdhouses, seashells, angels and spring flowers were just a few. The Shorewood provided an array of food and tea, including four different types of scones, clotted cream, lemon curd, (both made by Lovejoy’s Restaurant and Tearoom), fruit trays, cheese and crackers, petit fours and more than 12 different types of tea. all day. So have fun and remember to drink responsibly. Pickup is at the intersection of Bay Street and Maple Street. For a detailed bus schedule, pick up a brochure at the Visitor’s Center, 290 Highway 101, Florence City Hall or online at www.ltd.org/rhody. For more information, call the Rhody Express at 541-902- 2067. Ladies of Elks Homemade Pies & Bake Sale Saturday, May 21st 11:00 am til sold out Florence Elks Lodge 1686 12th Street *North Entrance* 7 A MAKES TIME FOR TEA COURTESY PHOTO Ladies enjoy an array of teas and snacks during the Shorewood Ladies Tea Party in April. Rhody Car Show, Shine to host new hours This year marks the 24th year for the Rhody Car Show and Shine, held annually dur- ing Rhododendron Festival weekend. This car show is Florence’s original car show. This year there are a few changes in the show’s hours, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., but the loca- tion remains the same, along Highway 101 in the Grocery Outlet and City Lights Cinemas parking lot. More than 200 classic cars will be on display for enthusi- asts to admire. Cars come from all over Oregon, Idaho and Washington. The local British Car Club has quite a few for- eign automobiles attending, as Breaking news, photo galleries and MORE! Visit the Siuslaw News online at WWW.THESIUSLAWNEWS.COM From Baby to Graduate does the Rhody Car Cruisers. This event is put on by a small local car club called the Beachkombers Car Club. “Again this year, we hope to have impressive military units,” said Jeannette Scalera, one of the main members who has been putting this show on for more than 20 years. “These mil- itary guys enjoy a friendly com- petition within their ranks and it’s fun to see who brings out the big guns — so to speak.” This central location has been the favorite place to host this show. “We want to thank the busi- nesses who donate this space at the expense of their Saturday business,” Scalera said. Grocery Outlet has been a big sponsor in the past and pro- vides vender booths to different charities and organizations. City Lights Cinemas has adjusted its programming that day to accommodate everyone. It will have the lobby open to foot traffic so anyone who has- n’t looked inside can see what’s playing and enjoy not only movies, but independent films and more. In addition, located in the same shopping center is the Habitat for Humanity Surplus Store, where you can find many items for home improve- ment projects while supporting Habitat for Humanity in Florence. The Rhody Show and Shine is Saturday, May 21. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the show starts at 10 a.m. This year, the trophy awards will begin earlier than usual, from at 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. This is a judged event, with five judges. Plus, the Rhody Pageant court chooses its favorite. The event is open to cars and trucks 1975 and older. There is space for 250 vehicles. DJ Jack will be back spin- ning old time 50s favorites over the loud speaker. He also keeps everyone up to date with the raffle drawings, the biscuits and gravy supply and more. Raffle drawings include auto and garden supplies, as well as gift certificates from Three Rivers Casino for a two-night stay and 18 holes of golf. Also, Driftwood Shores has provided a one-night stay in an ocean- front room, Digital Dunes is offering an original work of photo art, and the list of raffle prizes goes on The evening includes a car cruise beginning at 7 p.m. Space is limited, so sign up your vehicle early at the Siuslaw Valley Firefighters Association booth during the car show. Friday afternoon, May 20, there will be a pre-registration and a mini car show at the Grocery Outlet Parking lot from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. This pre-registration makes for fewer lines at the registra- tion booth in the morning and streamlines the entire process. For more information or to donate to this year’s event call Jeanette Scalera at 541-902- 0916. KNIGHTS SPRUCE UP HIGHWAY (it seemed like just a few short years) 8th Grade, High School or College ~ Grad’s Name ~ School Birth Date: Parents: Grandparents: COURTESY PHOTO Coming Saturday, June 4th “Baby to Graduate Review” Deadline is Wednesday, June 1st Now is the time to reserve your graduates a spot in this special section just for them. Just bring in or mail, with the coupon below, your graduate’s favorite baby picture along with a current picture to be published side by side on June 4th. The Florence Knights of Columbus picked up trash along Highway 101 on May 10, from the old Rite Aid building north to Fred Meyer. The Knights were happy to report there wasn't as much trash this time, and asked the community to keep up the good work for a cleaner Florence. Spruce Point Assisted Living and Memory Care Community Living, Loving, & Thriving What a special way to show off that graduate that you are so proud of! Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other h her memory related illnesses can be very overwhelming. We’re here to help. Please attach a self-addressed envelope for picture return. We are offering these FREE informative events to provide support and education. Enclose Check for $35.00 and mail to “Baby to Graduate Review” Siuslaw News P.O. Box 10 Florence, OR 97439 Or stop by our office at 148 Maple St. in Old Town Florence Gradʼs Name:___________________________________ School:________________________________________ Successful Communication Tips & Strategies to Communicate with Someone Affected by Memory Loss Wednesday, April 13, 2:00pm Birth Date:______________________________________ Parents:________________________________________ Grandparents:___________________________________ Your Name:_____________________________________ Address:_______________________________________ Phone: ___________________________ Nutritional Needs Wednesday, May 11, 2:00pm Making the Day Meaningful: Why are Activities so Important? Wednesday, June 8, 2:00pm Space is limited for these FREE educational events. For more information and to reserve your seat please call (541) 997-6111, or visit us today! (541) 997-6111 375 9th St Florence, OR 97439 www.spruce-point.com
