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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2018 Book Review Library Tidings News about the Siuslaw Public Library Library Tidings, a regular feature of the Siuslaw News, features news about upcoming Siuslaw Public Library pro- grams for adults and children, new books and videos, and other library news of interest to the community. Library Tidings by Kevin Mittge “Shadow of the Lions” By Christopher Swann How long must we pay for the crimes of our youth? That is just one question Christopher Swann explores in this compulsively readable debut, “Shadow of the Lions,” a literary thriller set in the elite — and sometimes dark — environs of Blackburne, a prep school in Virginia. When Matthias Glass’s best friend, Fritz, vanishes without a trace in the middle of an argument during their senior year, Matthias tries to move on with his life, only to realize that until he discovers what happened to his missing friend, he will be stuck in the past, guilty, responsible, alone. Almost 10 years after Fritz’s disappearance, Matthias gets his chance. Offered a job teaching English at Blackburne, he gets swiftly drawn into the mystery. In the shadowy woods of his alma mater, he stumbles into a web of surveillance, dangerous lies, and buried secrets — and discovers the troubled under- belly of a school where the future had once always seemed bright. A sharp tale of false leads and surprise turns, “Shadow of the Lions” is also wise and moving. Christopher Swann gives us a gripping debut about friendship, redemption and what it means to lay the past at rest. an. Both classes are limited to 10 participants, so contact the reference desk at 541-997- 3132 to register. Mapleton branch Free audiobooks for teens (and others) The Mapleton Library is located at 88148 Riverview Avenue, in the Lion’s Club Building. With a nice view of the Siuslaw River, it’s a won- derful place to sit and enjoy a good book or read the newspa- per. The library also has books, magazines, DVDs and videos, recorded books, Internet com- puters, wireless Internet access and more. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Check with library staff about other events at the branch, such as story times, social hours and cribbage club. Genealogy classes The library will be offering two very basic, introductory family history classes in May. “Finding Your Roots” will be on Friday, May 11, from 1 to 3 p.m., and “Finding Records” will be on Friday, May 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. These classes will introduce basic genealogy concepts and introduce library resources available to the family histori- SYNC is a free summer audiobook program through OverDrive. Aimed towards teens ages 13 and older, the books are downloadable by anyone and may be enjoyed by a wide range of ages. From now to July 25, get two free downloads per week, which are yours to keep. Visit www.audiobookssync.com or text “syncya” to 25827 to get new title alerts and learn more. The books cover a wide range of genres and topics. Examples of available books include: “The Great War” (nonfiction) by David Almond; “A Study in Charlotte” (mys- tery) by Brittany Cavallaro; “Love and First Sight” (fiction) by Josh Sundquist; “Macbeth” (play) by William Shakespeare; and many more. Each pair of books is available for download for one week’s time before the next selections become available. For more information, check with library staff. 5 A Artist holds annual sale on pit-fired ceramics at studio Friday, May 11, through Sunday, May 13, are the dates for this year’s annual studio sale given by Mike Schwartz, well known Florence ceramic artist. Each year on Mother’s Day Weekend, Schwarts opens his Mudmusic Studio to the public. Featured are his pit fired ceramics. As the term implies, pit firing is COURTESY PHOTO an ancient process in which the pieces are Artist Mike Schwartz creates not fired in a kiln, unique effects on ceramics through but, rather, in an open a pit-firing process. fire. No glazes are used. The dramatic can be seen in five Oregon colors Schwartz achieves are coast galleries from Gardner to due to the interaction of fire Astoria. Locally, his work may and smoke working on the be seen at the River Gallery on salts and metals applied to the Bay Street year round. ceramics. He opens Mudmusic Studio The pieces themselves are once a year for the community thrown by Schwartz on a pot- to meet the artist, view his stu- ter’s wheel. Each is a one of a dio and purchase art. kind work af art. The sale will be May 11 to A psychiatrist in a prior life, 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Schwartz moved to Florence day. in 1995 and learned to become The studio is located at a potter to fulfill his view of 04899 Heceta Beach Road, 1.3 retirement. miles from Highway 101. “It’s all about reinvention. Watch for the signs. Retirement should not be spent For more information, con- just sitting around,” he said. tact Schwartz at 541-997- Currently, Schwartz’s work 1012. Local Eats Your guide to great locally owned restaurants. Handcrafted Sandwiches COD FISH TACOS $13.95 New Management x and for dessert... x S NICKER OR PEANUT BUTTER PIE $5.95 Open Daily for Lunch menu offered from 11-6pm Happy Hour menu daily from 3-6pm Beer, Wine, Cocktails All New Look Same Great View The Grill & Restaurant Reservations 541-997-8263 Mo’s Old Town, Florence • Daily 11 am - 8 pm Serving Bowls of comfort for Over 50 Years Where good friends & great food come together! FRIDAY SEARED HALIBUT Served with red pepper salsa, creamy polenta, zucchini and squash. Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm at Sandpines 1201 35th Street at Kingwood, Florence Highway 101 & 35 St. 541-997-4623 Reserve Now r’s Day for Mothe day, Sun May 13 Save the date, and celebrate Mom! 7 201 - F BEST O E x GRILLED OR BLACKENED All of our fresh menu items are made to order, so exactly what you want is exactly what you get. - Mo’s Surfside Restaurant Restaurant created to mouthwatering perfection! F LO E N C R SATURDAY STEAMED SCALLOPS Served with mango vinaigrette, saffron risotto and asparagus. Wine | Beer | Martinis | Small Plates | Seafood | Dessert Happy Hour • Monday-Friday 3:00pm to 5:00pm Enjoy drink specials at the bar! - 7 201 - (541) 902-8338 • 1285restobar.com F BEST O E 1285 Bay Street in Old Town Florence F LO E N C R 1297 Bay Street Florence • 541-997-1133 www.bridgewaterfi shhouse.com
