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.
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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
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