SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017
Acoustic Musicians Helfand and Lader return to library
The Siuslaw Public Library
will usher in December with a
treat for music lovers.
David Helfand and Justin
Lader, a multi-talented acousti-
cal duo, return to Florence with
their popular original eclectic
mix of music on Saturday, Dec.
2, at 2 p.m. in the Bromley
Room at the Florence Siuslaw
Public Library location.
Oregon musicians Helfand
and Lader have been touring
around the Pacific Northwest
and northern California the last
few years sharing their signa-
ture blend of music at coffee-
houses, festivals (including the
Eugene
Irish
Festival),
libraries, private homes and the
Lane ESD Planetarium.
Their music has been called
an eclectic blend of original
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Multi-talented musicians David Helfand and Justin Lader
bring their eclectic blend to the Siuslaw Library.
multi-cultural inspired music of
passion and transcendence with
inspirations from the Celtic
lands, the Middle East, penta-
tonic meditation music, space
music and progressive rock.
Helfand is a multi-talented
instrumentalist. He composes
as well as plays the Celtic harp,
mandocello, octave mandolin,
guitar and keyboards.
Lader, who teaches the vio-
lin and viola, also composes
and is an accomplished violist.
Together they play beautiful
lively jigs and wistfully sad
tunes, their instruments elicit-
ing a contrast of emotions.
To date, the duo has released
three albums, most recently
“Through the Portal” (2016)
which was inspired by the emo-
tional journey experienced by
Helfand when losing his moth-
er.
This special Saturday after-
noon concert is sure to provide
a peaceful and inspirational
respite from the hectic holiday
season.
This concert is free and open
to all, young and old alike.
Concert-goers will enjoy magi-
cal and emotional musical
compositions as well as light
seasonal refreshments.
The Florence library is locat-
ed at 1460 9th Street.
For more information about
this concert, visit the Siuslaw
Public Library in person, call
541-997-3132, or visit www.
siuslawlibrary.org.
FRAA to hold annual two-day Holiday Arts Festival Dec. 1 and 2
The holiday season is here and the
2017 Florence Regional Arts Alliance
(FRAA) Holiday Arts Festival is a great
place to shop for unique gifts and fine
craftsmanship. The festival opens
Friday, Dec. 1, from 1 to 7 p.m., and
continues Saturday, Dec. 2, from 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Florence Events
Center.
Attendees can meet local and coastal
craftsmen and artisans who will be
showing off their latest creative designs
and unique works of art.
Artists include: Barbara Campbell,
stained glass; Rich Huckins, wood cre-
ations; Kristin Anderson, fused glass;
Kim Miller, watercolors, prints and
cards; Tina Shoys, mosaic art; Lori
Muir, local fine art photography; Debbie
Kiturkes, hand painted pottery; Maggie
Bagon, homespun and hand-dyed wool
hats; Beverly Apple, copper roof jewel-
ry; Kathi Smith, hand knitted/crocheted
hats, scarfs and shawls; Patti Williams,
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Principal Broker
541 991-6677
Chets Trail #2100 – Rare 5 acre secluded par-
cel in the woods. Septic approved, well in place,
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two potential building sites and Woahink Creek
running though the lot. Bring your home plans!
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1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200
Silver art jewelry and paintings; Peggy
Goodrow, stained glass; Sherry
Seacrest, steampunk, altered art
mobiles; Cindy Covert, crocheted and
seasonal items; Janette and Kevin
Square, intarsia wood art and fractal art;
Ralph and Vicki Martin, scrollsaw wood
art; Foggy Bay Studios, wood items,
hand-felted scarves and more; Peggy
Brewster, mushroom art and encaustic
paintings; Joyce McCutchen, knit items,
pens, bottle stoppers and more; Kris
DeNoyer, ceramic critters and ceramic
ornaments; Pat Tellez, beadwork; and
Claudia Brown, bead, wirework and sea
glass designs.
Artisans exhibiting in the Holiday
Arts Festival will be donating 10 per-
cent of their sales to the FRAA Art
Center.
Admission is free.
For more information, contact
Claudia Brown 541-902-1933.
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
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
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
Volunteer
Get
involved
Donate
Do your part and
volunteer today
to help support
these local non-proft
organizations in
our community!
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
Let Paul show you a new car or truck.
Stop by today!
The Salvation Army-Western Lane County
Col. Sam Spayd, Volunteer Kettle Coordinator
P.O. Box 1041
Florence, Oregon 97439
541-991-6139
2150 Hwy. 101 • Florence
(541) 997-3475 • 1-800-348-3475
DENTURE SERVICES INC.
LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED
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
Open 4 days a week!
Here to serve your denture needs:
Dentures
Partial Dentures
Immediate Dentures
Implant Dentures
Relines & Repairs Same Day
Monday-Thursday
10am - 2 pm
524 Laurel St.
541-997-6054
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
To include your organization
in this directory, please call us
@ 541-997-3441
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