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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 2017 Learn about the Aug. 21 eclipse today at library Siuslaw Public tory of solar Library, in con- eclipses as well as junction with the the relationships Adult Continuing of solar eclipses Education Series to several other at Lane Comm- scientific topics. unity College Further, he will Florence Center, discuss the char- will host an infor- acteristics of the mational talk by looming Aug. 21 James E. Brau, solar eclipse and Dr. James E. Brau PhD., about the offer safe viewing upcoming solar eclipse. This tips. program will be held on In conjunction with the lat- Saturday, Aug. 5, at 1 p.m. in ter, attendees will receive a the Bromley Room at the main pair of safe viewing glasses as branch of the Siuslaw Public long as supplies last. Library, 1460 Ninth St. Don’t miss this opportunity Dr. Brau is a Philip H. to learn about the when, the Knight Professor of Natural where, and the why of the Science at the University of approaching solar eclipse. Oregon and has lectured about This program, co-sponsored astronomy for thirty years at by the Adult Continuing the same institution. He has Education Series at Lane been honored for his signifi- Community College, is free cant scientific research contri- and will appeal to all who are butions and has served on both interested in this rare event. national and international sci- For more information about entific advisory committees. the program, stop in to the This distinguished professor Siuslaw Public Library, call of astronomy and physics will 541-997-3132 or visit sius- discuss the properties and his- lawlibrary.org. F LORENCE F LO T ONES ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF FOUR NEW SINGERS The Florence FloTones have announced the addition of four new singers to the group, adding new depth to the group’s vocal blend. Joining the group are Elizabeth Kennedy, Gloria Rogers, James Welty and Patrick Rowley. Rhianna Haines has also joined the group as the accom- panist. The FloTones are now rehearsing for future events, including a Christmas Benefit Concert for the Boys and Girls Club at Crossroads Church on Nov. 26, and “Music Matters” to benefit the Siuslaw Schools music programs on May 26 and 27, 2018. DENTURE SERVICES INC. LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Open 4 days a week! Here to serve your denture needs: Dentures Partial Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Relines & Repairs Same Day Monday-Thursday 10am - 2 pm 524 Laurel St. 541-997-6054 William Foster LD Sherry, Offi ce Manager “As a denture wearer myself, I can answer your questions and address your denture concerns.” ~ William Foster, LD Financing: Citi Health Card 12 Month no Interest Habitat Beachwalk to trade sandcastles for kites, bubbles While many of the particulars about this year’s Habitat for Humanity (FHFH) BeachWalk on Sept. 9 will be familiar to those in Florence who have supported this annual event in the past, there are some changes this time. For example, there will be a limited amount of warm hood- ies available this year, as well as T-shirts. They can be purchased at the registration table. Also, this year a new element will replace the sandcastle building of the past: flying kites and mak- ing huge bubbles for COURTESY PHOTO those who complete the mile walk from the Jeanie and Archie Clay, founders of the Rogue Valley North Jetty at 9 a.m. to Windchasers kite club Driftwood Shores, where there will be food and Brasington, from Tasmania. donations. People who aren't FHFH volunteers will also fly able to walk but would like to music as well. Archie and Jeanie Clay will the kites, as well as make the support this effort can send contributions to Florence join with FHFH to celebrate bubbles. “Remember, this event is not Habitat for Humanity, 2004 the completion of this critical fundraiser by a kite demonstra- about us. It is totally about Highway 101, Florence, OR tion and the making of bub- thanking the volunteers for 97439. their hard work,” said Archie The goal is to build more bles. new homes and rehab existing The Clays have flown kites Clay. This unique event will bring homes for those in search of for 50 years, founding the Rogue Valley Windchasers kite many people from inside, as decent housing in Florence. All contributions are tax- club back in 1998. They will well as outside, of Florence. However, Habitat for deductible, and every dollar display their large prized kite collection of Deltas, Cellulars, Humanity is still seeking spon- raised in Florence stays in Kenetics, Beach Art and Kite sorship and donations to make Florence. this year’s event truly success- For more information, con- Trains. These specialty kites were ful. Sign up to be a sponsor or tact Linda Stent at stentlinda created by the world famous find friends and family mem- @yahoo.com or call 541-844- kite builder, Robert bers to walk the beach for 5573. Do your part and volunteer today to help support these local non-proft organizations in our community! Volunteer•Get involved•Donate Florence Food Share provides food to those who are hungry in our community. If you have four hours a week available, we are in need of volunteers to staff our Front Desk and also act as Guides as clients walk through the pantry. Please call our volunteer coordinator, Gina Yates, @ 541-997-9110 (Monday – Friday, before noon) to learn more about volunteering. info@lorence- foodshare.org 2190 Spruce Street. Assisting those in need in our Community. Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri, 11:30 AM - 1 PM NEW LOCATION SOON! HELPING HANDS COALITION United Methodist Church, 333 Kingwood, Florence Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer Join the Peace Harbor Hospital Volunteers. You will find an area of interest in a caring organization. Peace Harbor Volunteers 400 9th Street, Florence, OR 97439 541-997-8412 ext. 209 Meals on Wheels are available to people over the age of 60 who cannot get out much due to illness or advanced age and who are not eating properly, regardless of income. Cafe 60 is available for those who prefer to make new friends in a dining room setting. 1570 Kingwood • PO Box 2313, Florence 541-997-5673 laneseniormeals.org Operating Monday, Wednesday and Friday Saving men one PSA test at a time. 541-997-6626 maribob@oregonfast.net Someone to talk to... who understands! To include your organization in this directory, please call us @ 541-997-3441 D EADLINE FOR P RESS R ELEASES I S E VERY M ONDAY AND T HURSDAY BY N OON . E MAIL P RESS R ELEASES @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM . 5 A
