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541-997-1994 | www.EventCenter.org | Florence Events Center | Center Stage | Page 3 Community events FloTones going ‘South of the Border’ Wallflowers and Wine On Sept. 30, 2005, the newly formed FloTones made their Florence Events Center debut singing songs from “The Great American Songbook,” includ- ing Broadway show tunes like “September Song” and popular favorites like “Georgia On My Mind.” Fast forward to September of 2016 and, as the Monty Pythons would say, “Now for something totally different.” The ‘Tones have added a number of foot-tapping tunes for their 2016 pres- entation of “FloTones and Friends Present Latin Rhythms.” Sharing the stage with the singers will be the new FloTones Jazz Quartet: Ron Green, Nate Kaplan, Lynette Kristine and Jennifer Weier. For their Latin Rhythms show, the FloTones don’t abandon their heritage entirely. The program kicks off with a Latin beat version of a medley of Gershwin songs. Sprinkled throughout the program are bossa novas, mambos, sambas and even the popular Cole Porter tune “Begin the Beguine.” Well-known Latin music composers on the program include Luiz Bonfa and Antonio Carlos Jobim; they will be joined by Henry Mancini, Burt Bacharach and Barry Manilow. The Florence Events Center will host two flat-floor performances, on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 11, at 3 p.m. Tickets are available for $15 at the FEC box office or online at www.eventcenter.org. Come create your own “Blue Hydrangea” wall art with artist John Leasure while enjoying a glass of wine. The fun begins Saturday, Sept. 16, at 6:30 p.m. All paints, canvas and art instruction are provided. Tickets are $45 per person and include a free beverage (one glass of wine or non-alcoholic choice) and snacks while receiving professional, step-by-step painting instruction. Space is limited, so visit www.event center.org, stop by the FEC box office at 715 Quince St., or call at 541-997- 1994 to reserve your spot. Learn about Artists sought for ‘Artistic Visions’ exhibit Aging in Place Florence Area Community Coalition (FACC), in partnership with Florence Habitat for Humanity (FHFH), will present “Aging in Place” Friday, Sept. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, sponsored by PeaceHealth Peace Harbor, City of Florence, AARP, United Way of Lane County, Senior and Disability Services, will focus on how to live in one’s own home and community safely, inde- pendently and comfortably, regardless of age, income or ability level. The forum will offer “must know” informa- tion for seniors or families of seniors. Friends of the Florence Events field of expertise, have been asked to Center is offering artists the select award winners. There opportunity to participate will be cash awards for in the second annual first, second, and third Artistic Visions place in each of three Awards Show. categories: 2-D, pho- Artist’s work will tography and 3-D. be exhibited in There will also be Galleries One and a “People’s Choice” Five at the FEC award. from Sept. 27 Each artist can through Nov. 29, with submit up to three a special awards recep- pieces of artwork, and tion Oct. 15, from 3 to 5 due to space restraints, art p.m. will be accepted on a first- Three judges from outside the come, first-served basis. Florence area, each respected in their A non-refundable fee of $20 per work must be sent with the entry form. High school artist fees will be $10 per work. All artwork must be for sale, and con- tent must be appropriate for the FEC. The artist will receive 75 percent of the price, and 25 percent will be retained by the Friends of FEC. Entry forms and guidelines are avail- able at the FEC Office, 715 Quince St., during regular business hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or at the FEC website, www. eventcenter.org. Artwork must be hand-delivered to the FEC on Tuesday, Sept. 27, between 9 a.m. and noon. For more information, contact the FEC office at 541-997-1994. Book Festival From page 1 and more. There’s something for everyone at the festival, including a great opportunity to shop for that perfect gift or add to your own book collection. In addition, come meet New York Times bestselling author Phillip Margolin, who will also be the keynote speaker the night before the festival on Friday, Sept. 23. Margolin, a former Portland criminal defense attorney and author of many award-winning and numerous New York Times bestsellers, will speak about his experiences and process as a writer, beginning at 7 p.m. at the FEC. He will also have his latest novel, “Violent Crimes,” available for purchase and signing. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Buy your ticket early; Margolin has many fans and this event will likely be a sell out. Earlier that evening, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., there will be a panel discussion titled: “The Path: Idea to Book” which will include several Northwest authors who will share their individual paths to publication. Authors will include poet Byron Dudley, romance novelist Janet Wellington, nonfiction author Duana Welch, fiction writer and Emmy- award winning television director Tom Cherones, and nationally syndi- cated Siuslaw News humor columnist and author Ned Hickson. The authors panel event is free and open to the public, and will be held at the FEC. Come early to assure yourself a seat. For more information, check the FFOB website at www.florencefesti- valofbooks.org, or to buy tickets to hear Margolin, call the Florence Events Center at 541-997-1994 or visit www.eventcenter.org. R EADERS AND AUTHORS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET FACE - TO - FACE . 715 Quince Street | www.eventcenter.org 541-997-1994 | 888-968-4086
