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MAY 16, 2018 • 111th Rhododendron Festival • 21 Rhody Days Arts Festival Florence Elks host Rhody Days activities BBQ CHICKEN DINNERS: Th e Th ere will be several activities all opens at the FEC Friday weekend presented by both the Elks BBQ Chicken Dinners go on sale on Mark your calendars for a not-to-be-missed show by lo- cal and regional coastal artists and craft smen. Presented by the Florence Regional Arts Al- liance (FRAA), the 2018 Rhody Days Arts Festival will be held at the Florence Events Center, 715 Quince St., during Rhody Days on Friday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In the tradition of the arts festival, visitors will experience and delight in unique artistry and have a chance to meet the artists who have craft ed these works of art. Just some of the types of artistry include: wood turning, fused glass, stained glass, bead weaving, photogra- phy, metal work, garden décor, intarsia, fractal art, pine needle baskets, fi ber arts and linens, wearable fabric art, knitted and crocheted accessories, scroll saw wood art, raku ceramics, obsidian knives, rocktography, hand painted pottery, water- colors, pyrography, lampwork beads and a variety of unique jewelry treasures that will be sure to tempt you. Th e show’s artists will be do- nating 10 percent of their sales to support the FRAA Arts Cen- ter at 120 Maple St. in Historic Old Town Florence. So bring a friend, shop for some unique treasures and support the arts. Admission is FREE. and the Ladies of Elks. All activities will take place at the Florence Elks Lodge #1858, 1686 12th St. On Satur- day, there is the Pie & Bake Sale and the BBQ Chicken Dinner. On Sunday, there will be a breakfast and a BBQ Chicken Dinner. On both Saturday and Sunday, there will be a special treat of ice cream sundaes. ELKS SHARE SHOP: Our Share Shop/Th rift Store will be open every day during Rhody Days. Come in and check out the bargains. All clothing is $1 each and books are $.50 to $1. PIE AND BAKE SALE: Th e Ladies of Elks have expanded their Pie Sale to include baked goods like cookies, bars, cupcakes and much more. It will begin on Saturday, May 19th, promptly at 11 a.m. sharp – once the goodies are gone, they’re gone! Follow the signs to get to the entrance. Saturday at 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. or until they’re sold out. Th e meals are scrump- tious: a half chicken with potato salad and baked beans. Th is takes place on the south side of the Elks Lodge – just follow your nose SUNDAY BREAKFAST: On Sunday, Parade Day, start your day at the Past Exalted Rulers Breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. Th e BBQ Chicken Dinners on Sun- day go on sale at 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. or until they’re sold out. Th e Elks advise that people pick up a lunch here and take it to watch the parade on the route. And those ice cream sundaes are available both days. Again, all activities will be held at the Florence Elks Lodge and all proceeds go to charities. We’ll see you there all weekend long — having fun and sup- porting the Florence community. GIFT CARDS Breakfast •Lunch • Dinner “Growlers Filled Here” Est. 1936 20 Beers on Tap • Full Bar Full Service Lottery. Open 7 days a week beachcomberpub.com 541-997-6357 1355 Bay St. • Old Town
