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Page 3 Center Stage Florence Events Center www.EventCenter.org 541-997-1994 2017 HOLLY JOLLY FOLLIES It’s that time again for the Holly Jolly Follies! Th is year the stage will sparkle with “Totally Twisted Tinsel.” Each year, happy local folks head to the Florence Events Center the fi rst week of December for the commu- nity event, “Th e Holly Jolly Follies.” Th is year’s Follies, subtitled “Totally Twisted Tinsel: Th e True Meaning of Christmas,” will be produced December 1st, 2nd, and 3rd by local non-profi t, Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops (C.R.O.W.). C.R.O.W. Artistic Director, Mela- nie Heard is honored to once again be at the helm. Rose Ellen Jacobson has penned a quirky plot, involving many creative and clever characters, guaranteed to get you into the holi- day spirit. Th is year, the theme revolves around friendship, patience, under- standing, and the true meaning of the holiday season. But of course, these important concepts are not always easily attained. Th e leading characters of “Amarillo Snowden,” an aging Ballroom dance champion, and “Dolly Dinkle,” an opinionated, bossy dance studio owner, get their tinsel in a twist, and must learn a comedic lesson in how to “get along.” Th is hilarious plot is accompanied by beautiful vocals, funny little skits and scenes, ensemble numbers, and the debut of C.R.O.W.’s new “Flight Dance Team,” which will present two stunning pieces of choreography. Producing the Follies is no easy feat, since it involves such a diverse crowd of talents. Local groups and individuals bring a myriad of ideas and off erings to C.R.O.W. each year, and it can be a bit challenging to piece the puzzle together. But C.R.O.W. is hon- ored to produce their second year of the Follies, which has become a Florence tradition throughout the years. “Th ere are many challenges in day-to-day life for the average person,” says Heard. “It’s my hope that the Follies can make you forget your troubles and come along for a light-hearted, warm and fuzzy sleigh ride with us. We promise we’ll make you smile.” Tickets are $18 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and younger. “Th e 2017 Holly Jolly Follies,” are available Amarillo Snowden gives Santa Claus a detailed description of his Christmas list. on the Florence Events Center website at www.eventcenter.,org, or by calling the box offi ce at 541-997- 1994. Showtimes are Friday and Satur- days at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. All proceeds from the Follies support youth scholarships and the ongoing arts programming that C.R.O.W. provides to local kids. For additional details about C.R.O.W. and the Fol- lies please visit www.crowkids.com STORMWATER MANAGEMENT OPEN HOUSE Th e current Stormwater Manage- ment Plan was developed in the late 1990’s, completed in 2000 and adopt- ed by the City of Florence in 2004. Th e function of the plan is to make recommendations for stormwater capital improvement projects to ad- dress fl ooding problems and protect the quantity and quality of water in the aquifer, Munsel Creek, Siuslaw River, as well as other valuable natural resources. Th e 2000 Stormwater Management Plan has been used to guide and direct the planning and development eff orts, including upgrades and expansion of the stormwater convey- ance system for a period of 20 years. As the end of that planning period approaches, and most of the projects contained in the current Stormwater Management Plan have been com- pleted, now is the time for the City to reevaluate stormwater management needs of the community. Th is reeval- uation will identify and prioritize the defi ciencies that exist now, so that City stormwater funds are utilized in the best possible way. In February 2017, the City retained Civil West Engineering Services, Inc. to complete an update to the current Stormwater Master Plan. A critical aspect to the success of that eff ort is to engage the community in conver- sation, and collect as much informa- tion as possible regarding existing drainage problems and fl ooding issues around the City. Th e City, to- gether with its consultants from Civil West, will be holding a public recep- tion at the Florence Events Center on Wednesday, November 1, 2017, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. We invite you to stop by and share your knowledge and concerns with us. In addition to the general public reception, two sessions are scheduled Oregon Concealed Weapons Class EMPTY BOWLS Buy an empty, handmade bowl created by local artists and, in the process, help someone who may oth- erwise go hungry for the holidays. Th at’s been the idea behind the an- nual Empty Bowls event for the past 22 years. Th is year’s event will off er more than 500 handmade ceramic, glass and wooden bowls to the public, created by many local artists, with the purchase price of $5 and up. One of a kind wooden artwork (su- shi boards, coasters, trivets and more) will be available from local artist Rhonda Butler. In addition, Food Share will have a silent auction table full of wonderful art and items of all kinds. to discuss the recent fl ooding issues that the community experienced during the winter 2017. Th e fi rst session is November 1st from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for concerned cit- izens living in the area of Coastal Highlands between 18th and 16th Streets. Th e second session is scheduled for November 1st from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm for concerned citizens living within the Mariners Village development. All sessions are open to the public and free to attend. Earn a state certifi ed con- cealed fi rearm permit on Nov. 29 at 1:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. NRA certifi ed trainer Shaun Curtain of Firearm Training Northwest will be off ering a class providing the necessary Oregon Concealed Carry training certifi cate. For more information and to register online contact Shaun at www.shauncurtain.com. Th e 22nd Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser opens Friday, Decem- ber 1st from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. continuing December 2nd, Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and concluding on December 3rd, Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Every year sponsors, local restau- rants, Lane Community College art- ists, Siuslaw High School artists and numerous volunteers join together to make this community event a success. All proceeds from this fundrais- er make it possible for the Florence Food Share to provide services to those in need in the area. Admission is free to the event and the public is encouraged to attend. Lane County Blood Mobile Blood donations will be ac- cepted at the Florence Events Center on Monday, Decem- ber 11th from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. by the Lane County Blood Center. Tax Consultation and Returns Prepared for Individuals and Small Businesses Maintaining Financial Security Is Tougher Than Ever SIUSLAW TAX SERVICE “We Can Help” • Specializing in tax strategies & preparation for individu- als, corporations, LLC’s, estates and trusts. • Business consulting including Quickbooks installation and training. Karla Holloway Steve Tollett EA, LTC#31428-C Free Estimates - Call Now Rod McCulloch Independent, Professional Services (Not Influenced By Sales Of Financial Products) Holloway and Associates, LLC CPA’s 733 Highway 101, Florence • 997-3434 1958 E. 17th Street 541-997-9249 P.O. 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