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SPECIAL EDITION | S EPTEMBER 6, 2017 | SECTION C Rods ’n’ Rhodies Sept. 8-10, 2017 & C OMMUNITY - WIDE G ARAGE S ALE 5 TH ANNUAL C OMMUNITY - WIDE G ARAGE S ALE F lorence’s annual treasure hunt begins all over the area on Fri- day, Sept. 8, and continues through Sunday with Rods ’n’ Rhodies Invi- tational Car Show weekend. Th e fi ft h annual Community-wide Garage Sale has dozens of locations throughout the city and surround- ing communities, as well as many business participants in Old Town and the Antique District on High- way 101. All are listed in the direc- tory map (see pages 3-4). Th ere are treasures aplenty out there just waiting to be found! If you’re a seasoned garage-saler, you probably don’t need help. But if this is all new to you, here are a few hints to help make the day extra fun. 1. Pick an area or neighborhood to start in, then use a highlighter to help map out your “plan of attack.” You’ve got a lot of ground to cover — stay organized. 2. Pack some extra boxes, sacks and/or packing paper in your car. It’s always a big disappointment to get home with a fragile fi nd and discov- er that it’s been broken in transport because it wasn’t carefully wrapped. 3. Bring plenty of change and small bills. You are going to need them! 4. Take snacks and beverages along to keep you fortifi ed. Th is garage-sale stuff is serious business and takes a lot of energy. 5. Be friendly. Have fun. Don’t be afraid to negotiate, but haggle fairly. Keep it fun! Inside this special section: - Schedule of Events - Community-wide Garage Sale Map & Directory - “American Graffi ti” screenings - Scouts’ Pinewood Derby - West Coast Auto Body’s Commemorative Pedal Car D REAM M ACHINES lorence is tuning-up for the 10th annual Invita- tional Rods ’n’ Rhodies Car Show and Community-wide Garage Sale this weekend, Sept. 8 to 10. F Th e event, organized by the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, showcases more than 100 of the best high-end hot rods and custom cruisers from the west coast, dozens of private and commercial sales all over town and other family- friendly events. “It’s a high-octane weekend at a spec- tacular time of year here in Florence,” said Chamber Executive Director Bet- tina Hannigan. “Th is year’s ‘American Graffi ti’ theme will rev-up the weekend from start to fi nish.” Bargain hunters can cruise the treasure trail to see dozens of commercial and private sales all over town from Friday through Sunday. Th is is the fi ft h year of this popular, ever-expanding event. “Rods valued in the range of $250,000 are regulars at this event,” added Hanni- gan. “We’ll have the ‘American Graffi ti’ tribute cars, the famous Copper Caddy, a special screening of ‘American Graffi ti’ with a costume contest, several show-and- shine locations, a classic cruise, vendor fair, poker walks, a Pinewood Derby open to the public, lots of prizes and awards, and perfectly-themed music both days in Historic Old Town Florence.” Th ree Rivers Casino Resort joins the event as a major sponsor this year and will host Friday’s show-and-shine regis- tration event featuring four “American Graffi ti” tribute vehicles, the famous Copper Caddy featured on Velocity Channel’s program “Bitchin’ Rides” and Best of Show winners from prior years. Mrs. Lane County, Brenda Ivey, will greet guests during Friday’s show-and- shine at Th ree Rivers Casino’s Event Center from 4 to 7 p.m. Relax on the Shores of the Pacific ● All Rooms are Oceanfront Full Service Restaurant ● 7 Banquet Rooms on Property ● Setting Sun, Endless Beach ● Indoor Pool & Aquatic Area ● Toll Free (800)422-5091 88416 1st Ave. Florence DriwoodShores.com PHOTOS BY CHANTELLE MEYER/SIUSLAW NEWS Historic Old Town Florence and Three Rivers Casino Resort will feature clas- sic cars during the 10th annual Rods ’n’ Rhodies Invitational Car Show from Friday, Sept. 8, to Sunday, Sept. 10. Th e “American Graffi ti” Tribute Cars include a yellow 1932 Milner deuce coupe, a black 1955 Chevy 210, a 1958 Chevy Impala and a 1969 Vespa scooter — and will appear at diff erent venues all weekend. Th e Invitational Car Show moves to Historic Old Town for Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. where the invited high- end rides, tribute cars and the Copper Caddy will be on display again. A poker walk, raffl es, a Pinewood Derby open to the public to enter ($5 fee), and live DJ music will add to the excitement. Also on Saturday, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., the offi cial car cruise will wind its way through Historic Old Town Florence to the sounds of ’50s and ’60s music. Saturday night features a screening of “American Graffi ti” and an appearance of the movie’s tribute cars at City Lights Cinemas, 1930 Highway 101, with a ’50s and ’60s costume contest at 5:30 p.m. Th e movie begins at 6 p.m., and stan- dard ticket rates apply. See SHOW 2c
