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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2016 Free native plant requests being taken Library Tidings News about the Siuslaw Public Library Library Tidings, a regular feature of the Siuslaw News, features news about upcoming Siuslaw Public Library pro- grams for adults and children, new books and videos, and other library news of interest to the community. Library Tidings by Kevin Mittge COURTESY PHOTO Pacific Ninebark is one of many native plants being made available for free to riparian projects. River, creek and lakeside landowners may be eligible to receive free native plants. Trees planted along streams help reduce erosion, filter nutrients and keep the water cool for salmon and trout. The Siuslaw Watershed Council (SWC) will once again provide free native plants for waterside (riparian) planting in the Siuslaw Basin and coastal lakes area. Call the SWC office to receive a brochure with more information on each available plant or visit www.siuslaw.org /native-plant-distribution. Determine which plants will work best for your site condi- tions and let SWC know which of these plants are on your wish list. SWC staff can also help advise landowners on plant selection and placement. Send requests early because sup- plies are limited. Priority is given to requests placed prior to Dec. 18, although the SWC will accept requests after this date. The distribution date will be Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017. For more information, call 541-268-3044 or email native plants@siuslaw.org. This project is made possi- ble through a grant from the Coast Range Stewardship Fund (USFS) and private indi- vidual donations. Annual Christmas Party December 7,8,9, 2016 2:00-8:00pm Bay Street Family Tyes 1421 Bay Street Florence, OR 97439 541-997-2066 Florence’s Favorite Gift Shop FOLLOW US FOR THE LATEST NEWS /S IUSLAW N EWS ❘ @S IUSLAW N EWS Now’s the time … Medicare Advantage Plans Stand-alone RX Plans ACA Health Insurance many companies represented Book Review Crosstalk By Connie Willis Connie Willis is an award- winning science fiction and fan- tasy writer; in fact, she has won more major science fiction awards, including the Nebula and Hugo, than any other author. In her latest book, the acclaimed “Crosstalk,” Willis mixes a speculative plot, the wit of Nora Ephron and the comedic flair of P.G. Wodehouse. Crosstalk is a genre-bending novel that pushes social media, smartphone technology and 24- hour availability to hilarious and chilling extremes as one young woman abruptly finds herself with way more connectivity than she ever desire. In the not-too-distant future, a simple outpatient procedure to increase empathy between romantic partners has become all the rage. And Briddey Flannigan is delighted when her boyfriend, Trent, suggests undergoing the operation prior to a marriage proposal — to enjoy better emo- tional connection and a perfect relationship with complete com- munication and understanding. But things don’t quite work out as planned and Briddey finds herself connected to someone else entirely — in a way far 5 A beyond what she signed up for. It is almost more than she can handle, especially when the stress of managing her all-too- eager-to-communicate-at-all- times family is already burden- ing her brain. But that’s only the beginning. As things go from bad to worse, she begins to see the dark side of too much information, and to realize that love — and communication — are far more complicated than she ever imag- ined. In the words of Kirkus’s review, Crosstalk is “…mostly a critique of modern society and an unsurprising metaphor for the perils and joys of human connec- tion. In other hands this novel could have been mere cliché, but Willis’ exuberant humor and warmhearted, fast-paced plotting transform it.” If you enjoy science fiction as social commentary, you will greatly enjoy Crosstalk. beyond, and featuring music from their brand new album, “Through the Portal.” Helfand is a multi-instrumen- talist who composes and per- forms original instrumental music on Celtic Harp, mandocel- lo, octave mandolin, guitar, key- boards, and performs with friend and violist extraordinaire, Justin Lader. Their music is an eclectic blend of original multi-cultural inspired music of passion and transcendence with inspirations from the Celtic lands, the Middle East, pentatonic meditation music, space music and progres- sive rock. They have performed throughout the Northwest and the San Francisco Bay area and released three albums together to date. From 1996 to 2009, David recorded six albums as a solo artist and with ensembles. This concert is free and open to the general public. Free concert at library Hang-It All pick-ip The library will present David Helfand and Justin Lader in con- cert at the library this Saturday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m. Join an afternoon of vibrant, transcendental original music inspired by journeys to Cornwall, the Negev desert and If you’ve had a piece of art in this month’s Hang-It All art dis- play, don’t forget to pick it up at the library today, (Nov. 30) between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Look later for the announce- ment of the People’s Choice and Best In Show awards. Deadwood Community Services to host Bazaar Deadwood Community Services will host its Holiday Market and Baazar at the Deadwood Community Center, Milemarker 4.2 on Deadwood Creek Road, on Sunday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m The public is invited to come up river to see the works of talented area artisans mak- ing pottery, jewelry, fabric arts, beauty and health concoctions, baked goods, holiday candies and a multitude of creative arts and crafts. It’s that time of year when artists, cooks and creative folks of Deadwood together at the Deadwood Community Center for an exchange of art and holiday cheer. There will be food and drink on hand to purchase for lunch while shopping. For more information, con- tact Sophia Ross by email at momma.sophia@gmail.com or call 541-964-3511. Silver Lining to feature DiMuro art for December Come and celebrate Janey DiMuro’s seventh annual Arts and Christmas at The Gallery Above the Silver Lining Boutique on the Dec. 3, from 3 to 5 p.m. DiMuro said she is excep- tionally inspired for this exhibit because she loves Christmas and the December show. “It includes everything from differently textured pil- lows to exciting and intense political collages. The combi- nation of the conceptual and the aesthetic is a delight for me,” said DiMuro. “Kimberly (Fleenor) is a foundation for so many of us in the creative arts.” For the last seven years, we have been proud to have the opportunity to fill the gallery with her incredible works,” Fleenor said of DiMuro. “Janey is exceptionally well know for her exquisite hand- made, one-of-a-kind pillows that are individual pieces of artwork. “She uses incredible fab- rics from around the world to illustrate the talents of the people’s from around the world.” DiMuro’s pillow art includes rich, soft and subtle COURTESY PHOTO Janey DiMuro’s art will be featured at Silver Lining Gallery during the seventh annual Arts and Christmas Celebration. velvets, hand-woven sturdy colorful Guatamalan fabrics — all in a multitude of tex- tures and weaves, pillows with heartfelt quotes and sen- timents. “She creates a symphony of stitchery and her talents lie in her attention to the details,” Fleenor said. “She delicately incorporates so much beauty and thought and even the buttons are perfectly suited for the individual artis- tic pillows. “Her sewing is impeccable, the designs are complete compositions unto them- selves, and the inspiration for each pillow is unique and thoroughly thought through.” The Janey DiMuro's show also incorporates her famous political paintings, which revolve around the world and its humanly created policies. “They invoke conversa- tion, inspiration, grace and gratitude for all that is good and give us a glimpse into the injustices that have presented themselves” Fleenor said. “The paintings provoke us to look at the solutions instead of dwelling on the problems. “Her compositions are exciting, her subject matters are tangible.” The gallery will feature hDiMuro’s work for the entire month of December and also January. “I hope that you will join us for lively stimulating con- versation, good food and great cheer as we all toast the holiday season,” said DiMuro. 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