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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2017 Unitarians to honor ‘Day of the Dead’ Sunday All are welcome to join the Florence Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Sunday, Oct. 29, from 10 to 11 a.m. to celebrate the sacred Day of the Dead. Nin Bebeau will lead this simple cele- bration titled: “The Thin Veil.” “There is a special energy about this time of the year. According to myth, the veil between the world of the living and that of the dead is thinnest,” Bebeau said. “At this time, many cultures com- mune with loved ones who have passed beyond the veil. In Mexico, to honor the dead, people bring food and instruments to the cemetery for a night of singing and music to celebrate lost loves.” Those who attend the service are encouraged to bring pictures and objects to honor those who have passed over. The fellowship is located at 87738 Highway 101 at Heceta Beach Road and is wheelchair accessible. Each service concludes with refresh- ments and a dialogue circle to explore the questions that come up during each service. For more information, visit www.flo- renceuuf.org. Soroptomist to speak at Florence Area Community Coalition After an exciting Halloween night of trick-or-treating, come to the Florence Area Community Coalition (FACC) on Wednesday, Nov. 1, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the Bromley Room of the Siuslaw Public Library, 1460 Ninth St. The speaker for this month is Carol Bennett, representing the Soroptimist International of Florence. Bennett will discuss the club’s annual Christmas service project. For the past 35 years, the Soroptimists have raised funds to provide food boxes and gifts to people in our community. This year, their monetary goal is $20,000, which will become 450 food boxes to be given out on Dec. 16. Bennett will also tell about the collection of toys and gifts for children infants to 12 years old. There will be a question and answer period after her presen- tation, where attendees can learn more about the Soroptimists, both locally and globally, and their service and humanitarian projects. City Club to feature Siuslaw Education Foundation On Friday, Nov. 3, the City Club of Florence will host a presentation of the Siuslaw Education Foundation (SEF) by Ethel Angal, retired Superintendent of Siuslaw School District and current SEF Board Member. Originally the SEF started in the 1980’s, with the Property Tax Limitation measure and loss of timber funds, which impacted school districts state wide. Ashland was the first I-5 corridor district to create a pri- vate, nonprofit charitable foun- dation. In April 2017, SEF received a 501(c)3 tax status, with the purpose to raise money for Siuslaw and Mapelton school districts. The City Club meets from noon to 1 p.m. in the club house of the Ocean Dunes Golf Links, 3345 Munsel Lake Rd. A limited lunch menu is available for purchase prior to the program. Meetings are open to the public. Boys & Girls Club of Western Lane County We are looking for volunteers to help with • Elementary tutoring, mentoring and program assistance • Teen Center tutoring, mentoring and program assistance • Club van and bus drivers 1601 15th St. • Florence, OR. 97439 541-902-0304 Volunteer Get involved 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 Habitat for Humanity Donate Participants are invited to donate funds or new unwrapped toys or gifts, and to volunteer with the many com- ponents of this broad-based community endeavor. The Florence Area Community Coalition hosts public meetings on the first Wednesday of each month. It also holds a volunteer recogni- tion event each year. Everyone is invited to join FACC and help with its work. The annual dues are $25 for an individual or $50 for an organ- ization. Visit www.florenceareacc. org or call 541-999-2927 for more information. OCHS C HRISTMAS S TORE OPENING NEXT WEEK The Oregon Coast Humane Society’s (OCHS) Christmas Store is packed full of Christmas decorations and gifts for all ages, and will open its doors Wednesday, Nov. 1. This year’s Christmas store is located at 2775 Highway 101, between the Verizon Store and Domino’s Pizza. There is holiday home and outdoor décor and gift giving items for all ages. The store is smaller than in past years, so shoppers can return multiple times as new stock is brought in as space permits. As in years past, volunteers are needed to assist shoppers when the store opens Nov. 1. Anyone interested in volun- teering at the store can call Christmas Store Manager, Danielle Dickson at 541-999- 5702, or stop by the store between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Beginning Nov. 1, store hours will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays. The store will be closed on Thanksgiving Day as per tradi- tion, and will re-open the fol- lowing day through Dec. 1. Country Store November 4, 2017 9 AM - 2 PM B aked Goods, Jams, Art, Craft s, Gift Baskets, Antiques , Collectibles and Rada Cutlery Lunch Served 11 AM - 1 PM Do your part and volunteer today to help support these local non-proft organizations in our community! Soup, Bread, Drink & Pie FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 333 Kingwood, Florence Volunteers needed for new home construction, home repairs, general offi ce work, public relations and program administration. Join an operating committee and help Habitat help others! Call 541-902-9227 or e-mail to fl orencehabitat@gmail.com Offi ce located at 2004 HWY 101, Florence Helping Hands Coalition Assisting those in need in our Community. Free Hot Meals Mon-Wed-Fri • 12:30 AM - 1:30 PM New Life Lutheran Church, 2100 Spruce St, next to Foodshare Call 541-997-5057 to Volunteer Meals on Wheels and Cafe 60 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 See Jim for your auto sales needs! Us Too Florence Saving men one PSA test at a time. “Someone to talk to...who understands!” 541-997-6626 maribob@oregonfast.net www.ustoofl orence.org 2150 Hwy. 101 • Florence (541) 997-3475 • 1-800-348-3475 HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON! F ACEBOOK . COM /S IUSLAW N EWS 9 A
