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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14, 2017 Free press-release writing workshop offered June 24 Writing a Saturday, June 24, press release, or from 10 to 11:30 public service a.m., at the Port announcement Hole Publishing (PSA), to submit office, 179 Laurel to a newspaper St., in Old Town or online media Florence. source requires “The workshop certain elements will be a great to improve the opportunity for Ned Hickson likelihood of it publicists and indi- getting printed or posted. viduals from local organiza- During a free one-hour tions of all kinds to get the workshop led by Siuslaw basics on effective press News editor Ned Hickson, release writing in a fun and participants will learn the relaxed setting,” said Hickson. proper formatting of press “As editor, I see hundreds of releases, including elements of press releases each week, Associated Press style that are many of which make the same utilized by media outlets mistakes. I’m looking forward around the world. to helping folks improve their The workshop will cover press release writing, which what to include in a press benefits everyone.” release as well as what to leave Though the workshop is out; effective PSA structure; free, pre-registration is appre- standard photo formatting ciated by emailing nhickson@ used by media outlets; how to thesiuslawnews.com. contact media outlets and Workshop seating is limited which formats are preferred by to 25 and, if necessary, a sec- editors when receiving sub- ond workshop can be sched- missions. uled the same day. The workshop, sponsored For more information, con- by Siuslaw News and Port tact Hickson at Siuslaw News Hole Publishing, will be held by calling 541-902-3520. Center seeks kitchen manager The Florence Senior Center, a nonprofit organiza- tion, is looking for a part- time kitchen manager and cook for Tuesdays and Thursdays. In addition to a kitchen manager, the center is also in need of volunteer servers and waiters. If interested, stop by the Florence Senior Center, 1570 Kingwood Dr., and pick up an application, or call 541- 997-8844 for more informa- tion. COMING SOON! From Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate 5101 Colter Street Blue Sky, fl ag fl ying high, morning coff ee on your deck, gazing across the Siuslaw to Old Town Riverfront: LIFE IS GOOD! 541-997-7777 100 Highway 101 Florence, OR 97439 cbcoast.com COAST REAL ESTATE Visit us online: www.TheSiuslawNews.com. 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 com- munity. Library Tidings by Kevin Mittge Adult Services Librarian Siuslaw Public Library (541) 997-3134 “Radium Girls” by Kate Moore Guest Book Review by Linda Weight When the Curies discovered radium in 1898, they probably had no idea that within a few years, hucksters and greedy industrialists would find so many ways to take advantage of radium’s unique properties, despite a lack of knowledge about its dangers. Radium was added to cos- metics, tonic waters, tooth paste and even food items. It was billed as a “wonder drug.” Plus, it glowed in the dark. When a chemist developed a paint containing radium that he named “Undark” for luminous watch and clock dials, he found- ed the United States Radium Corporation (USRC), and soon had a thriving business. It took a delicate, careful touch to apply the luminescent paint to watch dials. Help want- ed ads for USRC advertised positions for young women to work in a “watch studio.” It was a far more glamorous job than working in a factory, and USRC paid more. The girls were instructed to dip the fine camel hair brushes in the paint, then use their lips to put a point on the brush, then paint the number. Lip, dip, paint, repeat. In addition to the radium they ingested from putting the brush- es in their mouth hundreds of times a day, the radium powder was in the air, getting in their hair and all over their clothes. As the girls walked home at night, they glowed in the dark. At first it was a lark for the girls. They had enough money to buy nice clothes and they were young, healthy and care- free. But in a few years, first one, and then many more began to develop strange symptoms and health problems. Then they began to die. “Radium Girls” is their story. Beautifully written, carefully researched, both sad and uplift- ing, it recounts their history- making struggle to gain recom- pense for their suffering and to change labor laws. Cuba in Transition Local residents Vicki Sieber- Benson and Bill Benson will be offering a photographic presen- tation of a recent trip to Cuba on Saturday, June 24, at 1 p.m. The couple visited Cuba, learned about the culture, met the people, enjoyed viewing the classic cars that have been kept 5 A running during the long U.S. embargo and were also there at the time that Communist leader Fidel Castro died, so watched portions of his funeral. This program is part of Adult Summer Reading and open to everyone interested in a country “in transition.” Retirement Party for librarian Linda Weight If you haven’t heard, long- time (31 years!) library employ- ee Linda Weight will be retiring at the end of this month. Linda has maintained the library’s computer system, coordinated the volunteers, worked the reference desk, par- ticipated in collection develop- ment and had many more responsibilities. The Friends of the Library is holding an open house retire- ment party for Linda on Saturday, June 24, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Bromley Room. Light refreshments will be available, as will a “memory jar” that will hold written mem- ories that members of the com- munity are encouraged to record of Linda’s time here at the library. This event is open to all who wish to come and say thanks to Linda Weight. Mapleton students help clear Scotch broom Recently, 27 Mapleton sev- enth- and eighth-graders from Jay Blake’s class worked hard in the rain to remove Scotch broom plants at Heceta Dunes. They were assisted by parents and staff from the Siuslaw Watershed Council and the Siuslaw National Forest. The Oregon Dunes are being encroached by a number of invasive species threatening the open sand dunes, as well as the native plants and wildlife that live in the ecosystem. The Oregon Dunes Restoration Collaborative (ODRC), a group of represen- tatives from federal and state agencies, educators and private citizens, has been established to work on this issue. “We appreciate the students coming out when they did, before the Scotch broom dropped this year’s seeds, which would have brought COURTESY PHOTO Mapleton Middle School seventh- and eighth-graders prepare to clear Scotch broom. more plants,” said Matt Smith, botanist with the Siuslaw National Forest. There will be two more Scotch Broom Challenge events to work on removing Scotch broom at Heceta Dunes. One will be Monday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to noon, and the other will be Saturday, July 15, from 10 a.m. to noon, in conjunction with the Power of Florence. Feel free to come out and help. Bring hand saws, loppers, gloves and water. Meet at the intersection of Joshua Lane and Nautilus Drive. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/groups/11 34092336613446. Library to showcase WLCF seeks education work from local artists scholarship candidates Siuslaw Public Library is featuring new art. Painter Jane Rincon is showing a collection of her watercolors. In her repertoire you will find windswept beach scenes, detailed shore birds, animals, landscapes, architectural pieces and vivid abstracts. Rincon’s watercolors blend fine detailing in her birds with her loose and vibrant abstracts. She loves to add texture through collage. In the case is a lovely dis- play by Lavona Wylie, a well known local basket weaver. Wylie makes her own weaving materials and incor- porates shells, feathers, beads and other materials into her designs. Lavona has been creating for many years, and her expertise is evident in the assortment of beautiful woven pieces. This outstanding display can be viewed through the month of June at Siuslaw Public Library, which is located at 1460 9th St. in Florence. Western Lane Community Foundation is pleased to announce that its third annual Continuing Education Scholarships program for 2017 includes eight scholar- ships totaling $10,500. These scholarships are awarded annually and are designed for students who use permanent home addresses within the Florence/Mapleton school district, have graduated from high school in a prior year, have obtained their GED, and/or other nontraditional students, such as those who were home schooled and are eligible to enter higher educa- tion or trade schools. Applicants such as second, third, and fourth-year college students, students entering post-graduate programs, or adults returning to higher education, trade schools or special arts programs after career or family changes are also encouraged to apply. Scholarships are available for traditional four-year uni- versities, colleges, communi- ty colleges and approved trade schools. While academic achieve- ment is one criteria used in determining recipients, other qualifying characteristics include financial need, out- side activities, work history and volunteerism, to name a few. One of the scholarships is in the amount of $3,000 and is designed for a student majoring in a Lane Community College (LCC) nursing program or taking credits for admission to the Nursing Program either in Eugene or Florence. Those who meet the mini- mum qualifications are encouraged to complete an application, accompanied by a copy of their transcript of grades through senior year of high school or any completed post high school education, two letters of recommenda- tion, and a resume including honors and awards, clubs, community service and work history for the last five years. Applications can be obtained online or at LCC and application packets may be submitted on line, or by mail. Please use wlcf@wlcfon- line.org or P.O. Box 1589, Florence, OR 97439. The deadline for post mark or receipt of the completed application is June 30, 2017. FOLLOW US FOR THE LATEST NEWS /S IUSLAW N EWS ❘ @S IUSLAW N EWS WWW .T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM
