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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2017 Civil rights work to be recognized at library On Saturday, Feb. 25, KXCR, Community Radio, and Citizen’s Democracy Watch will commemorate 400 years of social justice activism. The event will be held in the Bromley Room at the Siuslaw Public Library, and is free to the public. The commemoration will 3 A Oregon Marine Construction begins repairs include a remembrance of those who gave their lives to work for equal rights from 1717-2017. The meeting will conclude with a conversation discussing issues of social jus- tice and work that remains to be done. For more information con- tact Jenny Velinty at 541-997- 7573. Be Our e n i d n e l a V Valentine’s Day dinner with your Sweetheart! Reservations Required Sign up deadline: Saturday 2.11.17 5:00pm Four course meal and wine tasting featuring: Jackson Family Wines $110 per couple $60 single PHOTO BY MARK BRENNAN/SIUSLAW NEWS On Jan. 31, employees from Oregon Marine Construction began working on a number of minor repairs at the port. The ladder on the dock behind ICM was removed as it is a safety hazard. Dock B will also be leveled by the addition of a large ballast tank. Repairs should be completed next week. *includes gratuity The Grill Restaurant & Lounge at Sandpines 1201 35th Street at Kingwood, Florence 541-997-1940 Ex. 105 www.TheSiuslawNews.com AARP to begin free tax preparation assistance at Siuslaw Public Library beginning Feb. 2 Local AARP members will soon begin assisting communi- theshedd.org/JazzKings ty members with federal and state tax returns. Tax assistance will be pro- vided in the Bromley Room at the Siuslaw Public Library, every Monday and Thursday from Feb. 2 through April 13. Assistance will also be avail- able on Saturday, April 15, from 9:15 a.m. until 2 p.m. Individuals are asked to bring their 2015 tax return, a photo ID, social security card, 2016 tax and medical docu- ments, including Medicare, pri- vate, and their medical insur- ance information. This service is provided free of charge to residents of all ages with low or moderate income levels. For more information con- tact Frank Williams, AARP Local Coordinator, at 541-997- 7836 Elk’s Lodge presents ‘Best Wurstfest’ to benefit local students on Feb. 25 Clarinet Marmalade Saturday, , Feb 11, 2 pm matinee Saturday Florence Events Center 541.997.1994 On Saturday, February 25, the Elks Lodge invites the pub- lic to attend “The Best Wurstfest” on the Oregon coast. Admission to the event is $5 and there is no charge for children 12 and under. The Wurstfest will feature live German folk music and dancing along with authentic Bratwurst,AppleStrudel, Pretzels, beer and wine.All proceeds from this event go to fund Vocational Scholarships to be awarded to deserving stu- dents in our community. For more information call 541-997-3352. Dunes City seeks to fill council vacancy Dunes City is accepting applications for a City Councilor. Anyone interested in apply- ing for this position must com- plete an Application for Appointive Office form avail- able at Dunes City Hall or from the city’s website at www. dunescity.com/permits-and- forms. Applications may be mailed WEDNESDAY THURSDAY or delivered to Dunes City Hall, 82877 Spruce St., Westlake, OR 97493, or emailed to recorder@dunescity or.com. There is no cutoff date for submitting applications, but applications could be consid- ered and the position filled dur- ing the Feb. 9 City Council meeting. This is a volunteer position with a term ending date of Jan. 10, 2019. All applicants must reside in Dunes City. The City Council meets the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. in Dunes City Hall, and in Special Sessions as necessary. To find out more about the Dunes City Council, visit www .dunescity.com/contacts/city- directory. FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY FEBRUARY 1 FEBRUARY 2 FEBRUARY 3 FEBRUARY 4 FEBRUARY 5 FEBRUARY 6 FEBRUARY 7 Cloudy Rain Rain Rain Showers Showers Showers 48°F 36°F 47°F 40°F 50°F 45°F 51°F 44°F 53°F 45°F 52°F 47°F 53°F 47°F RECEIVE $10 OFF your next visit when you get something shrink wrapped! Pricing begins at $10/ft . Bring this ad in or simply mention you saw it. 4515 Hwy. 101 N., Florence 541- 997-5049 AJ and Megan Shervin, Owners Open Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
