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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JULY 5, 2017 Encore press-release writing workshop offered July 8 For those who weren’t able to get into the free press release wrtiting workshop offered June 24, a second workshop has been scheduled for July 8, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. During the workshop led by Siuslaw News editor Ned Hickson, participants will learn the proper formatting of press releases, including ele- ments of Associated Press style that are utilized by media outlets around the world. The workshop will cover what to include in a press release as well as what to leave out; effective press release structure; standard photo for- 3 A Meyer assumes Caputo’s port commission seat matting used by media outlets; how to contact media outlets and which formats are pre- ferred by editors when receiv- ing submissions. The workshop, sponsored by Siuslaw News and Port Hole Publishing, will be held at the Port Hole Publishing office, 179 Laurel St., in Old Town Florence. Though the workshop is free, pre-registration is appre- ciated by emailing nhickson@ thesiuslawnews.com. Workshop seating is once again limited to 25. For more information, con- tact Hickson at Siuslaw News by calling 541-902-3520. Vaca on Bible School Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 14 9:30 - Noon Florence Evangelical Church 1318 Rhododendron Drive 541-997-5159 For Children who have completed JARED ANDERSON/SIUSLAW NEWS Acting Port of Siuslaw Manager Dina McClure swears-in newly elected Port Commissioner Bill Meyer during the June 30 special meeting. Meyer replaces the seat held by retiring commissioner Ron Caputo (inset). Power of Florence begins with Pancakes July 15 July 15 will be Florence’s seventh annual citywide day of community service, called th Kindergarten to 5 grade Spruce Point Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 65-apartment Assisted Living facility as well as a 25-room secured memory care facility. Living at Spruce Point has many benefi ts such as restaurant-style dining, housekeeping services, a full and thriving activities program as well as medical management from an on-site nurse. Staff is available 24-hours a day using the latest technology in the iAlert system. Spruce Point Assisted Living and Memory Care is proudly managed by Prestige Care, Inc. Transportation Resident Parking Available Medical Transportation Transportation at cost Property Convenient to Bus line Additional Amenities Activities Onsite Activities Off site Devotional Services Onsite Outdoor Common Areas Indoor Game Room and Common Areas Beautician and nail-tech onsite Other Services Wheelchair Accessible Showers Outside services management (hospice, home health) Respite Rooms Aging in place Just a “Stone’s Th row” Away! 3 375 7 5 9th St, Florence, OR 97439 • (541) 997-6111 $9 | $8 Senior/Student/Military | $7.50 Matinees Before 2 | $7 Child | $6.50 Members | Performing Arts: $19/$15/$10 JULY 7 - 13 FRI 7 SAT 8 SUN 9 MON 10 TUE 11 WED 12 THU 13 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:10 PM 8:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:10 PM 8:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:10 PM 8:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:10 PM 8:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:10 PM 8:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:10 PM 12:00 PM 2:10 PM 4:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:40 PM 12:00 PM 2:10 PM 4:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:40 PM 12:00 PM 2:10 PM 4:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:40 PM 12:00 PM 2:10 PM 4:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:40 PM 12:00 PM 2:10 PM 4:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:40 PM 12:00 PM 2:10 PM 4:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:40 PM 12:00 PM 2:10 PM 4:20 PM 6:30 PM 8:40 PM 12:10 PM 2:20 PM 4:30 PM 6:40 PM 8:50 PM 11:00 AM 3:30 PM 6:00 PM 8:20 PM 12:10 PM 2:20 PM 4:30 PM 6:40 PM 8:50 PM 12:10 PM 2:20 PM 4:30 PM 6:40 PM 8:50 PM 12:10 PM 2:20 PM 4:30 PM 6:40 PM 8:50 PM 12:10 PM 2:20 PM 4:30 PM 6:40 PM 8:50 PM 12:10 PM 2:20 PM 4:30 PM 9:25 PM 12:30 PM SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING PG-13 130 MIN - “An enchanting reminder of 3:20 PM why we ever hid comic books under our beds in 6:20 PM the first place…It’s a human film, oozing with 9:05 PM heart and believable stakes, a brilliant marriage that mirrors the enduring ethos of the Spider-Man comic books. Hey, who would have thought that relating to a hero would prove ideal?” COS 12:30 PM 3:20 PM 6:20 PM 9:05 PM 12:30 PM 3:20 PM 6:20 PM 9:05 PM 12:30 PM 3:20 PM 6:20 PM 9:05 PM 12:30 PM 3:20 PM 6:20 PM 9:05 PM 12:30 PM 3:20 PM 6:20 PM 9:05 PM 12:30 PM 3:20 PM 6:40 PM 8:40 PM 1:10 PM R 113 MIN - “A thrilling and original cinematic 3:40 PM joyride that pays homage to heist masterpieces 6:10 PM while creating a legacy of its own.” Screen Crush 8:40 PM BABY DRIVER – Kevin Spacey, Jamie Foxx DESPICABLE ME 3 PG 96 MIN – “This rather clever, breakneck- paced cartoon gives fans exactly what they want: Like the new nemesis voiced by Trey Parker, it shoots machine-gun bursts of bubblegum at the audience, asking them to chew and enjoy.” HR THE HERO – Stars Sam Elliott NR 93 MIN “This is a film about coming to the end of things, not unlike his last film I’ll See You In My Dreams, and being alright with all that’s past. The Hero is a bittersweet celebration of life, with laughs and tears in equal measure.” The Film Stage Other events include Humane Society Hamburger and Hotdog BBQ, Van Fans Pie and Ice Cream Social, Kitten Adoption, Lions Club Free Health Screening, Scotch broom removal with the Forest Service, park clean-ups, Stuff the Van with pet food, and more. Many of the events and ven- dors will be in the Florence Grocery Outlet parking lot. There will be service vehicles on display at the Grocery Outlet parking lot for you to check out as well as fun carni- val activities hosted by Regency. This year there will be live entertainment located at Grocery Outlet as well. Just getting out and supporting these great events is a great way for you and your family to give back and make a dif- ference. Community members can also participate by reaching out to neighbors or friends and helping in whatever way they may need your support. If individuals or organiza- tions are interested in adding an event or fundraiser to the Power of Florence, contact Kaylee Graham. Any fundraisers or events that benefit non-profits or the community such as park beau- tifications or fundraisers for Relay for Life are encouraged. They will be added to the events flyers and in the Siuslaw News. What could Florence accomplish with Each One, One Day, Making a Difference, Together? Join in on July 15 and find out. For more information visit powerofflorence.org SWC to recieve Fish Creek project grant The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB) awarded $162,300 to the Siuslaw Watershed Council for the Fish Creek Large Woody Debris Placement Project at their April 24-26, 2017 board meeting. “This project will greatly increase the quantity and qual- ity of Coho winter and sum- mer rearing habitat through the addition of large wood WEDNESDAY THURSDAY JULY 5 JULY 6 throughout three miles of Fish Creek,” says Eli Tome, Siuslaw Watershed Council Restoration Projects Manager. The project will add approximately 450 pieces of large woody debris to three miles of Fish Creek. The addition of large wood will help catch gravels and improve stream habitat for Coho salmon. The project is expected to begin in the fall of 64°F 52°F 2018 and be completed by November of 2019. Funding for grants award- ed by the OWEB Board comes from three primary sources – the Oregon Lottery, Salmon License Plate rev- enues, and Federal Pacific Coastal Salmon Recovery funds. For more information about the Oregon Lottery visit www.oregonlottery.org FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY JULY 7 JULY 8 JULY 9 JULY 10 JULY 11 Sunny Sunny Sunny 70°F 53°F 68°F 53°F 65°F 53°F Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Mostly Sunny Partly Cloudy 64°F 53°F 7:00 PM WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES The Power of Florence. Members of Florence and the surrounding areas are encouraged to get out and make a difference. There are already 28 events scheduled that people can take part in. Seventeen year old Kaylee Graham, said, “It’s a lot like the Rhododendron Festival, only this day is all about vol- unteering and giving back.” The Power of Florence day is filled with different fundraisers and service proj- ects that the community is welcomed and encouraged to join. The morning will start with a Free Pancake breakfast host- ed by Florence Unite Methodist Church and a “Power” walk through Old Town with Mayor Henry com- plete with a Florence Police escort. 65°F 52°F 68°F 53°F RECEIVE $10 OFF your next visit when you get something shrink wrapped! PG-13 140 MIN – PREVIEW! Opens July 14 Events & Performing Arts: RSC: ANTONY & CLEOPATRA FRI 7 SAT 8 SUN 9 MON 10 TUE 11 WED 12 THU 13 Pricing begins at $10/ft . Bring this ad in or simply mention you saw it. 11:00 AM 221 MIN – “Simon’s [as Cleopatra] feline grace – this is an extraordinarily physical performance – is a match for the Egyptian cat that is part of Robert Innes Hopkins’s design.” The Guardian Box Office opens 30 min. prior to 1 st Film | 1930 HWY 101 | www.citylightscinemas.com | Times: 541-305-0014 4515 Hwy. 101 N., Florence 541- 997-5049 AJ and Megan Shervin, Owners Open Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
