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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2018 Chamber Noon Forum looks at tourism industry Did you know that the state of Oregon receives over $11 billion in tourism revenue annually? Tourism is the sec- ond highest revenue genera- tor in the state, and is neck and neck with agriculture. Florence Area Chamber of Commerce is going to help area businesses get their bite of those tourism funds. Travel Lane County CEO and President Kari Westlund and Vice President of Tourism Marketing Natalie Inouye will share how every business in the region can ensure they get their bite at the $11 billion that comes S IUSLAW STUDENTS SHOW SUPPORT FOR 3 A SOS into Oregon every year through travel, entertainment, hospitality and destination marketing. “It’s time to think out of the box and build your business,” said Chamber Executive Director Bettina Hannigan. “This event is open to the pub- lic, so come out and make new connections and see how part- nering with the chamber is partnering with success.” The Chamber Noon Forum is held at Best Western Pier Point Inn on Thursday, Jan. 11, at 11:45 a.m. Rancher’s Pie will be available for lunch for $14. Register soon for booth at the FEC Indoor Yard Sale The Indoor Yard Sale is coming to the Florence Events Center on Feb. 24. Starting Monday, Jan. 22, at 8:30 a.m., applications to be part of the Friends of the Florence Events Center’s annual indoor sale will be available for nonprofit groups and individuals who wish to rent a booth space to display their goods. Single booths and double spaces are available for a fee from $35 to $90 and there are discounts for nonprofit groups. For more information on purchasing a booth, come in to the Florence Events Center office at 715 Quince St. or contact Jennifer Connor at the FEC at 541- 997-1994. COURTESY PHOTO Last month, 40 students from Siuslaw High School pulled into Siuslaw Outreach Services (SOS) in two school buses full of food for 14 needy families. The project was led by SHS Principal Kerri Tatum and her son, Casey, along with members of various PRIDE classes as SHS. The project raised nearly 1,000 pounds of food to pro- vide families served by SOS who are experiencing severe financial hardship with a traditional holiday dinner. Florence functions move to FEC, Public Works As City Hall undergoes a remodel, staff moves to new locations B Y C HANTELLE M EYER Florence Community Suppers continue through December For anyone who would like to join in a friendly meal once a week, a group of area churches, including St. Andrews Episcopal, New Life Lutheran, Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw and Florence United Methodist Church, will continue hosting weekly suppers for the com- munity. There is no cost, but dona- tions towards the cost of the meals will be accepted — but not required. Come for a meal, no strings attached, Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. • Jan. 10: At New Life Lutheran Church, 21st and Spruce streets. • Jan. 17: At the Episcopal Church, 2136 19th St. • Jan. 24: At the United Methodist Church, Second and Kingwood streets. • Jan. 31: At the Episcopal Church, 2136 19th St. Beach Bum Doggie Resort Homestyle Doggie Day Care & Boarding Come Play With Us! Siuslaw News On Jan. 8, the four remain- ing members of the Florence City Council met for the first time at Florence Events Center (FEC). The council will meet at the event center for most of 2018 as Florence City Hall undergoes renova- tions. Florence Mayor Joe Henry welcomed the council, city staff and those in attendance to the new year. “This is a tough act to fol- low after our ‘Main Street’ event the other night. There were an estimated 600 to 650 people here at the FEC. It set the stage and a really positive tone for our 2018. We’re just really proud of our communi- ty,” Henry said. D e l u x e C o r p o r a t i o n ’s Call 541-999-8632 to make a play date! 1622 10th St tlofy@bmi.net FRI 12 SAT 13 SUN 14 The Florence Public Art Committee’s new program, MON 15 TUE 16 WED 17 THU 18 1:00 PM PG-13 114 MIN – “The resulting performance is 3:40 PM unlike anything Gary Oldman (as Churchill) has 6:30 PM previously delivered… the master actor rejects 9:00 PM mere mimicry, constructing from the ground up a full-bodied and impressively nuanced version of the historical figure.” Variety 1:00 PM 3:40 PM 6:30 PM 9:00 PM 1:00 PM 3:40 PM 6:30 PM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 6:50 PM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 6:50 PM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 6:50 PM 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 6:50 PM 1:10 PM 3:20 PM PG-13 119 MIN – Stars Duane Johnson “In the end, the filmmakers have given us one of 6:10 PM the most fun movie-going experiences I’ve had 9:00 PM this yea.” Chicago Sun-Times 1:10 PM 3:20 PM 6:10 PM 9:00 PM 1:10 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:20 PM 6:40 PM 1:10 PM 3:40 PM 6:40 PM 12:50 PM PADDINGTON 2 PG 103 MIN – “Every bit as enchanting as the 3:50 PM first, perhaps even more so…a pure delight, as 6:00 PM 8:45 PM sweet and sharp as, well, marmalade, really. Should be prescribed as an antidote to anyone who finds the madness of the modern world a bit wearing.” Empire 12:50 PM 12:30 PM 12:50 PM 12:50 PM 12:50 PM 12:50 PM 3:50 PM 3:50 PM 4:10 PM 4:10 PM 4:10 PM 4:10 PM 6:00 PM 6:40 PM 6:20 PM 6:20 PM 6:20 PM 8:45 PM DARKEST HOUR – Golden Globe Winner! JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE THE POST – Steven Spielberg Returns PG-13 116 MIN – Stars Meryl Streep, Tom Hanks “This is a love letter to journalistic bravery and to the First Amendment, and it is the best movie about newspapers since “All the President’s Men.” Chicago Sun-Times Events & Performing Arts: *THE POST: SPECIAL EVENT –Co-author of the 12:40 PM 3:30 PM 6:20 PM 8:30 PM FRI 12 ly in different locations, this website feature will be very important if you are wanting to attend city council meet- ings, other committee meet- ings ... and city functions. Each of these meetings is hyperlinked with a map and directions.” City Recorder Kelli Weese added that council meetings will no longer be available “live,” though recordings of the meetings will be available a few days later on the city’s Vimeo website. Florence City Council is currently one member short, as Councilor George Lyddon resigned at the end of December. Council applica- tions are due this Friday, Jan. 12, by 5 p.m. For more information about the City of Florence’s 2018 plans, visit ci.florence.or.us. “Art Exposed — Dynamic Public Art,” provides a creative outlet for artists to display their work, and artists are encour- aged to submit unique pieces that demonstrate extraordinary creativity. Five locations have been selected by the committee and are in Historic Old Town Florence along Bay Street. WEDNESDAY THURSDAY JANUARY 10 JANUARY 11 Showers Rain 52°F 48°F 53°F 44°F Art displayed in this pro- gram must be available for sale to the public. Initial art dis- played will be installed for a period of two years and each artist will be provided a stipend for the installation of $500. All artwork must be the original design and artwork of the entrant and suitable for view- ing by all ages. All artists over 18 years old are eligible. Artists can register for free by visiting callforentry.org. For additional information, contact Florence City Recorder Kelli Weese at 541-997-3437 or kelli.weese@ci.florence. or.us The deadline for submis- sions is Sunday, Feb. 25. FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY JANUARY 12 JANUARY 13 JANUARY 14 JANUARY 15 JANUARY 16 Showers Showers 55°F 44°F 52°F 44°F Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Mostly Sunny 55°F 40°F 57°F 42°F 58°F 45°F We are now offering CAR WASHES. 12:40 PM 12:50 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 12:40 PM 3:30 PM 3:00 PM* 3:50 PM 3:50 PM 3:50 PM 3:50 PM 6:20 PM 6:10 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM 8:30 PM SAT 13 SUN 14 MON 15 TUE 16 WED 17 THU 18 3:00 PM* Pentagon Papers, Mel Gurtov, will be at City Lights for a Q&A and an introduction by Ned Hickson! 3pm, 1/14 ONLY NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: FOLLIES services will also be located at Florence Justice Center, but most community services will be through the Public Works Facility. In addition, the city will hold most meetings at the FEC, including city council, planning commission, Florence Urban Renewal Agency, city committees and other meetings as planned. City Manager Erin Reynolds thanked the FEC staff for its use of technology and setting up the space, including a dais for the coun- cilors, microphones, two pro- jection screens and room for staff, press and the public. “This is where we’ll be meeting for most of the next year,” she said, before direct- ing attention to the city’s cal- endar on its website. “Because we are going to be temporari- New Outdoor Gallery program seeks artists to apply $9.50 | $8.50 Sen/Student/Military | $8 Matinees Before 2 | $7.50 Child | $6.50 Members | Performing Arts: $19/$15/$10 JANUARY 12 - 18 “Small Business Revolution — Main Street” TV team visited Florence Jan. 3 to 4 as a poten- tial town for its third season. On Jan. 3, FEC held hundreds of people in a reception led by Florence Area Chamber of Commerce’s Downtown Revitalization Team and the City of Florence. During the council meeting, city staff gave updates on the City Hall Remodel and Expansion Project, which will displace city services. At the Public Works Facility, 2675 Kingwood St., community members can find utility billing and finance; business and liquor licenses; community development; building; planning; and code enforcement. The office will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 4 p.m. Some We will hand wash your car and vacuum the inside. It’s not considered a “detail” but it is a nice, quick spruce up for your car all for $59.95. Bring your car in with this weather ad and we will give you $5 off your fi rst wash! Gift cards make the perfect present! We offer shrinkwrap as well! We are your ONE STOP Auto Care Center Locally owned and community minded! 6:00 PM 180 MIN – ENCORE! Sondheim's showbiz stunner returns in breathtaking style Box Office opens 30 min. prior to 1 st Film | 1930 HWY 101 | www.citylightscinemas.com | Times: 541-305-0014 4515 Hwy. 101 N., Florence • 541-997-5049 AJ and Megan Shervin, Owners Open Monday - Friday 8am-5pm
