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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017 3 A ‘Walk through Winter Wonderland’ today at Festival of Trees More than 125 wreaths, stockings and designer trees in all shapes and sizes will be showcased at the 2017 Festival of Trees “Walk Through Winter Wonderland” today, Nov. 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Florence Events Center. Produced by Cindy Wobbe and Lynn Malaspino-Badel, this year’s festival has been expanded to include 80 holiday themed wreaths, a large variety of hand-made stockings, and a special section of festively dec- orated table-top trees available for immediate purchase. Lynn Malaspino-Badel, who has spearheaded the design team over the last two months and decorated many of the wreaths and trees herself, said this year’s festival will be the largest held to date. “We’ve added so much this year,” she said. “In addition to the larger, exquisitely designed trees that will be sold at Sunday’s auction, our volun- COURTESY PHOTO teers have created a wonderful collection of both classic and Holiday trees, wreaths and other decorations will be available at this year’s expanded whimsical wreaths as well as Festival of Trees event. smaller, pre-lit artificial trees that are perfect for smaller spaces and can be purchased and taken home for instant hol- iday cheer.” There will also be a silent auction table featuring a variety of items donated by local busi- nesses. New to this year’s event is a visit from Santa and Dasher and Dancer, Florence’s own hound-deer, courtesy of Bellingham Bassets Northwest and Florence Houndfull. Families with children are invited to visit with Santa and get their photo taken. Pavilion Catering will be on hand to offer hot cocoa and holiday treats throughout the day. Cindy Wobbe, the Festival’s co-chair, said this year’s expanded event “focuses on creating a festive, family-ori- ented experience that will appeal to kids and the young- at-heart.” Admission is free, with park- ing at the FEC making it easily accessible for everyone. Tomorrow’s fourth annual “Gala of Giving,” a ticket-only dinner and auction, will feature live music provided by pianist Jake Landers and a special presentation by Michael Pungecar, founder of the South Willamette Honor Flight. The father-daughter duo of Bob and Kady Sneddon will host and auction 10 live trees sponsored by local businesses and decorated by individual designers. All of the proceeds from the Festival of Trees will go to sup- port the Oregon Coast Military Museum. Tickets to the dinner auction are $40 per person and avail- able for purchase at Beach House Gifts, Cindy Wobbe Estates and in the museum gift shop at 2145 Kingwood. The Oregon Coast Military Museum is nonprofit organiza- tion dedicated to preserving and honoring the history and service of veterans from every military branch. Remember a loved one during annual ‘Light Up a Life’ ceremony PeaceHealth Peace Harbor's Hospice team is hosting its annual Light Up A Life fundraiser ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Florence Events Center. The ceremony, now in its 22nd year, offers meaningful opportunities for members of the community to remem- ber their loved ones. The event also serves as a fundraiser for Peace Harbor Hospice, which serves the 25- mile region surrounding Florence including Westlake, Mapleton, Deadwood and Swisshome. Family members can participate in a “reading of the names” ceremony to honor memories of loved ones. Additionally, stars featuring a loved one's name can be purchased and dis- played at the event, with 100 percent of the contributions remaining in the Florence area to benefit Peace Harbor Hospice. Donations can be mailed to Peace Harbor Hospice, 400 Ninth St., Florence, or dropped off at 2230 Kingwood St., Florence. For information or to make a dona- tion, contact the Hospice office at 541- 997-3418. Hospice is also seeking photos of loved ones to be included in a slide show at the event. A signed form is required, and may be picked up at the Hospice office. The deadline is Nov. 30. Every year, hundreds of families benefit from Peace Harbor Hospice, which provides care to individuals B&G Club to ‘Stuff the Bus’ Dec. 1 and 2 O REGON H OUSING Boys and Girls Club of Western Lane County will hold the second annual Stuff the Bus campaign Dec. 1 and 2. The Boys and Girls Club bus will be at Fred Meyer between 3 and 7 p.m. Friday, Dec.1. Then, on Saturday, Dec. 2, the bus will be parked at Safeway and the club van will be at Grocery Outlet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to the bus and van, donation barrels will be at Fred Meyer, Grocery Outlet, Safeway, Mini Pet Mart and the Boys and Girls Club Teen Center, 1501 Airport Rd., until Dec. 8. Boys and Girls Club Executive Director Jack Davis said, “We were blown away by the overwhelming community response to our inaugural Stuff the Bus campaign last year. With the community’s help, we can do even better this year.” Again this year, the club is partnering with SuperFood Drive to promote healthy non- perishable food items such as low sodium soups, beans and canned vegetables, fruit canned in 100 percent juice, canned tuna, chicken, sardines and salmon, whole grain pasta and brown rice. The club cannot accept fresh fruits or vegetables. Clothing, toys and non-per- ishable food will be available to any family in need. Children do not have to be club mem- bers. Request forms indicating shoe and clothing sizes needed and gift requests can be picked up at the Teen Center. The distribution of all items collected will take place Dec. 18, 19, 20 and 21 at the Teen Center, between noon and 6 p.m. For more information stop by the Teen Center weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., or call 541-902-0304. who have a prognosis of six months or less by focusing on the physical, emo- tional and spiritual needs of both patients and their loved ones. The Hospice team includes nurses, therapists, social workers, hospice aides, volunteers and chaplains, all under the direction of a hospice and palliative care board-certified physi- cian. RELEASES $40 MILLION TO ASSIST HOMELESS , AT - RISK FAMILIES Decision follows a 6 percent increase in Oregon’s homeless population since 2015 SALEM — Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has announced the release of $40 million in funding to provide homeless prevention and assistance to Oregonians statewide. These resources will be implemented by Community Action Agency partners across the state and delivered through the Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA) program and State Homeless Assistance Program (SHAP) admin- istered by OHCS. Both of these resources are used to immedi- ately get Oregonians off the street and into shelter and help them eventually find long- term, stable housing. “OHCS and the Community Action Agencies have an important opportunity to use this historic investment to make significant progress toward our goals of reducing home- lessness, reaching the hardest to serve, and ensuring that Oregonians have a safe and sta- ble home,” said Governor Kate Brown. In recognition of the homeless crisis facing communities across the state, the 2017 Oregon Legislature invested a historic $40 million (a fourfold increase) in funding to prevent and end homelessness. The Legislature also approved $1.5 million to further help homeless veterans in Oregon. The most recent homeless Point-in-Time count found 13,953 people in Oregon are without a permanent place to call home. This number represents a 6 percent increase, or an additional 777 people, compared to the last count in 2015. “OHCS and our partners take the steward- ship of this investment very seriously,” said Margaret Salazar, Director of Oregon Housing and Community Services. “We recognize the potential for dramatic impact with these funds and are excited to partner with the Community Action Agencies. With these funds we can pre- vent more Oregonians from falling into home- lessness, rapidly rehouse people living on the streets, expand community shelters and plan ahead for cold weather.” $9.50 | $8.50 Sen/Student/Military | $8 Matinees Before 2 | $7.50 Child | $6.50 Members | Performing Arts: $19/$15/$10 NOVEMBER 24 - 30 FRI 24 12:30 PM PG 128 MIN – “Pixar’s latest original work and 3:30 PM one of their very best, truly does transport you. 6:20 PM 9:10 PM The results are magical.” Playlist COCO – A new instant classic from Pixar JANE – Amazing, must-see footage of Goodall SAT 25 SUN 26 MON 27 TUE 28 WED 29 THU 30 4:40 PM 4:20 PM 2:30 PM 2:30 PM 12:50 PM PG-13 121 MIN – “Every member of the League 3:40 PM is fantastic and it's tough to choose a favorite. 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