SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2018
Moon
Jan. 21, 2019, will give the
same look of this week’s
event, weather permitting.
For those who are impatient
and like to travel, a “super
blood” moon will be seen later
this year on July 27 in every
other continent except North
America.
For completists who like a
little calendar quirk on their
lunar menu, the next “super
blue blood moon” will occur
on Jan. 31, 2037.
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Instead of going completely
dark, like a solar eclipse, some
light from the Earth’s atmos-
phere is reflected on the moon
during this kind of eclipse,
creating its blood-red tinge.
The next “blood moon” vis-
ible in Oregon will occur on
the same January night in 2019
as the next super moon.
This “super blood” moon on
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Habitat
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through volunteer work.
To date, 29 homes have
been built in Florence.
Although the mention of
Habitat for Humanity easily
evokes images of hard-hatted
community members laying
foundations or raising ply-
wood walls, the scope of the
organization extends beyond
ground-up house construc-
tion. Rehabilitating housing
in disrepair and improving
existing homes falls under its
purview as well, and may
involve aid as simple as
installing grab bars to make a
house more accessible.
However, not all lunches
are free.
“There’s a misconception
that we give away houses,”
said Morgan.
In fact, a good deal of time
and money are invested by
both the organization and the
recipients of its aid.
“We help families who oth-
erwise would not qualify to
purchase a home. They have a
mortgage against the home
Habitat for Humanity
Executive Director
Janell Morgan
and make payments,” she
said.
In addition to regular pay-
ments, families must also ful-
fill obligations to their “sweat
equity,” a set amount of work
hours spent on their home or
community. For a house with
one adult, this amounts to 300
hours before they qualify for
housing. For two adults, it is
500 hours.
Applicants are selected
based on need, their willing-
ness to input sweat equity
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Siuslaw News has been the
region’s newspaper for 128
years. In that time, restaurants
have come and gone, trades
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go a long way, the organiza-
tion is also happy to take on
more volunteers.
Morgan added that Habitat
for Humanity volunteers are
provided with experience and
on-site
instruction.
Regardless of skill level, vol-
unteers can acquire construc-
tion know-how when they
show up at a work site.
“We’ll teach you right
there,” she said.
In considering the amount
of
available
positions,
Morgan waved aside claims
by those who feel they have
nothing to offer.
“We can always use more
volunteers,” she said.
A volunteer appreciation
dinner will be held Tuesday,
Feb. 6, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at
the New Life Lutheran
Church’s Fellowship Hall,
where attendees are encour-
aged to bring dishes or
desserts.
To learn more, call the
Florence
Habitat
for
Humanity office at 541-
902-9227 or visit www.
florencehabitat.org.
GATHERS RECIPES FOR NEW COLLECTION
Florence Area
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Th is prestigious event recognizes excellence in the
local business community by naming recipients for
awards in Excellence in Customer Service, Curb Appeal,
Non-Profi t Achievement, Community Caring, Innova-
tion in Business, and the Stu Johnston Business of the
Year Award.
with Habit for Humanity and
their ability to repay a mort-
gage. Close scrutiny is given
to each criterion before a final
applicant selection.
While the organization is
selective in awarding hous-
ing, workshops also exist to
safeguard against new home-
owners who might fall
through
the
cracks.
Budgeting, household mainte-
nance and community respon-
sibility are key concerns for
the organization in establish-
ing lasting homeownership.
Occasionally,
though,
Habitat for Humanity home-
owners struggle to meet mort-
gage payments.
“You know, life happens,”
said Morgan. “Someone gets
sick or breaks a leg so they
can’t work.”
In such cases, the organiza-
tion works with its homeown-
ers to provide assistance like
financial advice or decreased
payments to get the home-
owners back on track.
The nonprofit relies prima-
rily on grants, fundraisers and
volunteers to reach its goals.
While donations and funding
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have shifted and the area’s
demographics have changed,
but the area’s taste for fresh
seafood, locally grown produce
and handcrafted meals remains.
In 2018, Siuslaw News wants
to showcase some of those
recipes in a new collection.
This is a chance for commu-
nity members to submit recipes
for entrées, appetizers, soups,
cocktails, side dishes and more.
People are encouraged to share
recipes of their favorite local
and regional cuisine, recipes
handed down from family, the
best use of seasonal produce
and even tips on where to find
foraged foods.
Businesses and restaurants
may also submit their famous
or unforgettable recipes.
Once complete, this bound
collection will be available for
sale at the Siuslaw News.
Deadline for submission is
Thursday, Feb. 18.
Recipes should fit into one
of the following categories:
appetizers and beverages;
soups and salads; vegetables
and side dishes; main dishes;
breads and rolls; desserts;
cookies and candy; and “this
and that.”
For more information or to
fill out the recipe form, go to
thesiuslawnews.com/recipe-
collection.
In addition, Siuslaw News is
seeking volunteers to test these
recipe submissions.
If you have any questions or
would like to volunteer, call
Office Assistant Katie Libby at
541-902-3526.
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Feb. 1 through 14
Florence Kiwanis sells See’s Candy
Business hours
Sears Hometown Store
685 Highway 101
Feb. 3
Florence Area Democratic Club
With guest speaker Lisa Utz, Siuslaw
School District Special Programs
Director
11 a.m.
Open to public
Siuslaw Public Library
Feb. 5
Paint and Sip at The Studios
With Tamara Kine
1 to 3:30 p.m.
Tickets required
The Studios at Jayne Smoley Design
jaynesmoleydesign.com
Melody Ann
Beaudro
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Licensed in the state of Oregon
1749 Hwy. 101
Cell: 541-991-2151
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CUSTOM ENGRAVING
& CUTTING
Florence City Council Meeting
5:30 p.m.
Open to public
Florence Events Center
Siuslaw Soil and Water
Conservation District Board
Meeting
6:30 pm.
Open to public
SSW District Office
1775 Laurel Way, Suite No. 4
siuswcd@gmail.com or 541-997-1272
Feb. 6
Florence Big Wave First Tuesday
Open Mic Night
6:30 p.m.
Open to public
Florence Regional Arts Alliance
Feb. 7
Van Fans Meeting
11:45 a.m. check-in, lunch noon
$8.50 for lunch, open to public
The Shorewood
541-999-0779
1 to 2 p.m.
Open to volunteers 55+
Senior and Disability Services Office
3180 Highway 101
Florence Area Chamber of
Commerce Siuslaw Awards
5:30 p.m.
Tickets required
Florence Events Center
“For the Love of Animals” Art
Reception
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Open to public
Florence Events Center
Feb. 10
Feb. 9
Coastal Women Vets Luncheon
12:30 p.m.
All women veterans invited to attend
Bay View Restaurant at Pier Point
Inn
85625 Highway 101
RSVP to 541-999-2400 or
32dunes@gmail.com
Become a Senior Companion
541-997-5691
541-361-9080
jmirvis@charter.net
Florence, Oregon
Feb. 11
Friends of the Library Book Sale
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open to public - cash and checks only
Siuslaw Public Library
Friends of the Library Book Sale
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open to public - cash and checks only
Siuslaw Public Library
Native Plant Distribution
10 a.m. to noon
Siuslaw Watershed Council will pro-
vide free native plants for waterside
planting in the Siuslaw and Coastal
Lakes Area
The Jazz Kings — “A Pocket Full
of Dreams”
2 to 4 p.m.
Tickets required
Florence Events Center
MM Piano Studio
ESTATE JEWELRY AND
ANTIQUE FURNITURE!!!
Mary Morganti
We buy, sell and consign quality
estate/heirloom jewelry & furniture.
Gold, silver, platinum jewelry with
precious & semi precious stones.
Auto, Home, Life, Business
Flood, Antique Auto, RV’s
Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare Supplements
Health Insurance
Call 541-997-8104,
Florence Antiques
&
Coast Jewelers
Phone (541) 997-9497
1234 Rhododendron Dr / Florence
CCB# 55030
County Transfer & Recycling
Teacher-Pianist
Accompanist
Commerical • Residential
Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly,
One Time Pick-Up.
Private Lessons in Florence
for Ages 6-Adult.
Easy curb side recycling program-
No additional costs to our customers.
5078 Coastwood Lane
Call us at 541-997-8233
FLORENCE
Awards • Plaques • Name Badges
Gifts • Signage • Glassware
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“Dolores” Film and DACA
Fundraiser
2 to 5 p.m.
Tickets required for film
Donations accepted
Food provided by Rosa’s Restaurant,
Ixtapa, Los Compadres and Traveler’s
Cove
City Lights Cinemas
Glass For Every
Purpose
1780 Kingwood St.
541-997-8526
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top national brands!
685-A Hwy 101,
Florence, OR.
541-997-3273
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Village Grooming
4981 Highway 101,
across Munsel Lake Rd
541-305-5411
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