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6A | SATURDAY, AUGUST 11, 2018 | SIUSLAW NEWS Kicking off re-election campaign PHOTOS BY MARK BRENNAN/SIUSLAW NEWS Oregon District Nine Rep. Caddy McKeown officially kicked off her re-election campaign in the Florence area on Wednesday. McKeown spoke at the new local Democratic campaign office, giving a short speech and a summation of the challenges she believes she will face this election cycle. “This is my fourth campaign and it’s going to be my toughest yet,” she said. “I will need all of your help to get my message out and I want to thank you all for coming this afternoon and I really appreciate your willing- ness to take some time out of your schedule to help.” Explore the arts with 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour The 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour is today from 3 to 5 p.m. On the second Saturday of each month, participants can explore great local art, interact with fellow patrons of the arts, meet artists and enjoy recep- tions, refreshments, live enter- tainment and community. There are various types and styles on view at any of the 18 participating locations. New to this month’s tour is Heffy’s Gallery at 1856 37th St. Come by the gallery and the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce Visitor’s Center to see this unique wood art. In addition, Dragon Art Stu- dio and Gallery, 494 Highway 101, is open to the public, fea- turing a variety of local and regional artists who work in photography, beadwork, fiber, paint, sculpture and more. Stop off at Old Town Coffee & Gallery to enjoy some coffee and see Tamarah Philipps' latest drawing collection. The Studios at Jayne Smoley Design is featuring the work of Gigi Las- san. Jeff Lovejoy will provide live entertain- ment. Also, Backstreet Gallery is featuring the art of Daphne John and Mike McIntyre. Meanwhile, the Flor- ence Events Center has the “Spirit of Summer” exhibit on display until the end of August. For more informa- tion and additional gallery in- Gigi Lassan’s work, and that formation, visit 2ndSaturday- of other artists, will be on display throughout Florence. GalleryTour.com. FURNITURE • HOUSEHOLD GOODS ART • CLOTHING • BOOKS CHRISTMAS ITEMS PICKUP AVAILABLE ON SELECT ITEMS. DENTURE SERVICES INC. Get Results...List With Tim. LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Tim Sapp Owner / Principal Broker 541 999-8230 Open 4 days a week! Here to serve your denture needs: Dentures Partial Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Relines & Repairs Same Day Shoreline Dr #102-105 –.3 acre buildable lot in the up- scale, oceanfront gated com- munity of Kla-Ha-Nee, with white water views. Surrounded by common area greenbelt and BLM land. Approved for private septic system. 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COAST A Weekly Listing of Community Events in the Florence Area Submit all Events Information via Email to PressReleases@TheSiuslawNews.com Tuesdays Yoga for Pain Management & Easeful Body Sponsored by PeaceHealth Peace Harbor 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free and drop-ins welcome Lane Community College Florence Center Florence Farmers Market 3 to 7 p.m. Open to public Kingwood and Bay streets Wednesdays Points of Grace Community Acupuncture Experience relief from pain and stress 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donations appreciated 1845 Highway 126 Weekly Yoga at the Yachats Commons Therapeutic — Tuesday 9:30 to 11 a.m. & Friday 8 to 9:30 a.m.; gym Vinyasa Flow for beginners/intermedi- ate —Thursday 3 to 4:30 p.m.; Room 8 Bikram-Ease —Tuesday 4:20 to 6 p.m.; Room 8 541-47-4139, altruh444@gmail.com Weekends Florence Oregon Boardwalk Market Crafter’s Market Friday — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Port of Siuslaw Boardwalk Jon Lovitz Performs Taking the place of Vicki Lawrence 7 p.m. Tickets required Three Rivers Casino Resort, 5647 Highway 126 www.threeriverscasino.com Weekdays Summer Meal Program Free to youth 18 and under; no ques- tions asked Breakfast: 8 to 8:30 a.m., Siuslaw elementary and high schools Lunch: Elementary: 11:30 to 11:55 a.m. Miller Park: Noon to 12:15 p.m. Siuslaw Public Library: 12:20 to 12:35 p.m. High school: 12:40 to 12:55 p.m. www.siuslaw.k12.or.us; 541-997-2651 Aug. 11 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour 3 to 5 p.m. Open to public Various locations in Old Town and Uptown Florence 2ndSaturdayGalleryTour.com Aug. 13 Siuslaw Area Partnership to Prevent Substance Abuse 4 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library sappsa@oregonfast.net Aug. 14 Us TOO Florence Prostate Cancer Support Group With Dr. Bryan Mehlhaff 5 to 7 p.m. Open to public Ichiban Restaurant 541-999-4239 Car Show & BBQ Hosted by Shorewood Senior Living 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to public Shorewood Senior Living, 1451 Spruce St. Alva Bracey MODEL TRAIN ENTHUSIASTS Broker Your goals are my top priority. 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Call 541-997-8104, Florence Antiques & Coast Jewelers County Transfer & Recycling Glass For Every Purpose Aug. 18 21st annual Florence Coin Show 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open to public Florence Events Center Live music by Dusty Herd 6 to 9 p.m. Open to public Travelers Cove, 1362 Bay St. MainlyPiano House Concert Series: Dan Chadburn A benefit for Oregon Coast Humane Society 7 p.m. $20 suggested donation RSVP to 541-999-9720 or kathypiano@ gmail.com for address Aug. 19 21st annual Florence Coin Show 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Open to public Florence Events Center The Diabetes/Prediabetes Support Group will not meet in August. Meetings will resume in September and occur the third Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. at the library. Visit rivercal.org for more calendar events. ESTATE JEWELRY AND ANTIQUE FURNITURE!!! 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