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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2017 Watershed Library to discuss Tidings Pacific Lamprey The Siuslaw Watershed Council will hold a general public meeting, Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 6:30 p.m. The discussion will be titled: “Introduction to the Life History, Ecological Importance and Current Status of the Pacific Lamprey.” The meeting will be held at the Archie Knowles County Park. Meet in the large grassy area near the entrance of the campground. Parking is limited, so car- pooling from the SWC office at Mapleton High School or from Pop’s Restaurant parking lot is suggested. Biologist John Schaefer of the Confederated Tribes of the Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw will describe the life history, ecological importance and current sta- tus of the Pacific Lamprey. Work on a lamprey restoration project in the Tenmile Lakes Basin will also be covered. As always, the SWC Board of Directors and Executive Director will give project updates and announcements of upcom- ing activities. 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 AARP Book Review “Six Encounters with Lincoln” By Elizabeth Brown Pryor In her absorbing book, “Six Encounters with Lincoln,” histo- rian Elizabeth Brown Pryor offers new perspectives on our sixteenth president by examining six intriguing, mostly unknown encounters he had with his con- stituents. Taken together, they reveal his opinions and character in unex- pected ways, illustrating the dif- ficulties of managing a republic and creating a presidency. While each of these stories shows Lincoln in all his quirky greatness, each is also an invita- tion to rethink our presumptions about him. An awkward first meeting with army officers on the eve of the Civil War reflects Lincoln’s unease with military culture, giv- ing insight into his erratic man- agement of the Union forces dur- ing the war. A conversation between Lincoln and a fiercely abolition- ist cavalry sergeant enables Pryor to probe into how cau- tiously Lincoln moved on the emancipating issue; it was his ability to inch along the narrow road of consensus that defined his political skill. Lincoln’s meeting with Cherokee chief John Ross leads Pryor to explore how catastroph- ic the Lincoln administration was for Native Americans — and how poignant, given Lincoln’s reputation as a defender of human rights. And a recounting a tense exchange with a Confederate businessman in 1865, addresses Lincoln’s tortured relationship with the South and the toll it took with him. Pryor also provides a fascinat- ing discussion of Lincoln’s fond- ness for storytelling and how he used his skills as a raconteur to enhance both his political and his personal power. Drawing on hundreds of first- hand accounts from reporters, diarists and letter writers that give the narrative great immedia- cy, “Six Encounters with Lincoln” provides a fresh portrait of Lincoln as a beleaguered politician who was not especially popular, who had to deal with the many critics, naysayers, and dilemmas he faced without always knowing the right answer. What this book shows most clearly is that greatness was not simply laid on Lincoln’s shoul- ders like a mantle but was won in fits and starts. be holding a book sale this week- end, Saturday and Sunday, in the library’s Bromley Room. The hours on Saturday are 9 a.m. for Friends members only (you can buy a membership at the door) and 10 a.m. for non-Friends members, until 4 p.m. On Sunday, the hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Books come from many donations as well as weeded copies from the library’s collection. Don’t miss this great opportu- nity to get some great books at bargain prices, and help the Friends and the library at the same time! Free Concert at Library The library is pleased to pres- ent Four Shillings Short, a Celtic and folk music performing duo, returning to Florence for a con- cert on Wednesday, Sept. 6, at 6 p.m Four Shillings Short consists of husband and wife duo Aodh Og O’Tuama and Christy Martin, performing traditional and origi- nal music from the Celtic lands, Medieval and Renaissance Europe, Indiana and the Americas on a fantastic array of instruments. This concert is free and open to the general public. Friends Book Sale The Friends of the Library will CALLS FOR TAX PREP VOLUNTEERS AARP has provided free income tax preparation for the citizens of Florence and the surrounding communities for more than 20 years. In order to continue this valuable service, the Florence site needs additional volunteers Come and join us at our Tops meetings. Join with us, to listen and participate in programs that help us on our journey to weight loss. Every Wednesday, Weigh in begins at 7:45 am to 8:45 am. Meeting starts at 8:50 am to 9:50 am. Meet us at New Life Lutheran Church, 21st and Spruce street. Call Tracy at 541-360-1716 or Aurelia at 541-902-7574. www.TheSiuslawNews.com RV’ers, PARTS we are your complete RV and SERVICE to prepare income tax returns. Those who enjoy working with people and have experi- ence preparing taxes using software such as TurboTax or H&R Block are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided starting the second week of January, and tax preparation begins in early February through April 15. Those interested should call David Riordan at 510-468- 1796. Deadlines for press releases are Mondays and Thursdays by noon. Email them to: P RESS R ELEASES @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM . Florence Food Share Ask us about volunteer opportunities. 2190 Spruce Street • P.O.Box 2514 Florence, Oregon 97439 (541) 997-9110 info@fl orencefoodshare.org Florence Senior Center is in need of Volunteer Receptionists and Kitchen Helpers If interested please call or stop by. 1570 Kingwood, Florence 541 997 8844 Volunteer Get involved Donate Automotive Repair Facility Habitat for Humanity Restore Staffed by volunteers, the ReStore accepts donated appliances, household items and building materials; fi xes them, displays and sells them to raise funds for Habitat programs. Come and join the fun! 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Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri: 11:30 AM - 1 PM NEW LOCATION SOON United Methodist Church, 333 Kingwood, Florence Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer Meals on Wheels and Cafe 60 New Listing Dentures Partial Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Relines & Repairs Same Day ReStore 541-997-583 • 2016 HWY 101, Florence Do your part and volunteer today to help support these local non-proft organizations in our community! 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 Peace Harbor Volunteers Join the Peace Harbor Hospital Volunteers, you will fi nd an area of interest in a caring organization. 400 9th Street, Florence 541-997-8412 ext. 209 Us Too Florence 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 Saving men one PSA test at a time. “Someone to talk to...who understands!” 541-997-6626 maribob@oregonfast.net www.ustoofl orence.org 5 A