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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2018 | 3A G ENERAL N EWS Florence Elks to recognize veterans Sunday, Nov. 11, is Veter- ans Day. In recognition, the Florence Elks Lodge 1858 will be hosting an event to honor Florence-area veterans during a public ceremony beginning at 11 a.m. “How many of us take time to thank members of the armed forces?” asked Elks Exalted Rul- er Bruce Smith. “November is the month when Elks recognize this special group of Americans Candidate Caravan who put their hopes, dreams and lives on hold to protect the freedoms we hold dear.” The public is invited to cel- ebrate Florence-area veterans and active-duty military per- sonnel. “There are countless ways to recognize the veterans in Flor- ence and thank them for every- thing they’ve done,” said Smith. The Florence Elks Lodge is located at 1686 12th St. Free workshop to help explain Medicare options The public is invited to a 40-minute workshop present- ed by “Retirement Specialist” Ralph Ray, offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 5, at the Siuslaw Public Library, 1460 Ninth St. The purpose is to explain the sometimes confusing and com- plicated federal health care reg- ulations to those turning 65, as well as older retirees and to our veterans who feel that they may be paying too much for Senior Healthcare. Ray will discuss will be ma- jor differences in the types of Medicare. He will also discuss the new choices available in Lane County during the Annual En- rollment Period, which runs through Dec. 7. Ray, a resident of Florence, will go beyond Medicare to dis- cuss what Medicare does not cover, such as Long-Term Care (LTC). “Many of us only need a lit- tle extra help with activities of daily living to be able to stay at home,” said Ray. “Learn about LTC at-home healthcare, which helps to delay the need for leav- ing our home. It is also called ‘Aging in Place.’” Come to this free workshop and find out how to qualify. PHOTOS BY MARK BRENNAN/SIUSLAW NEWS Knute Buehler, Republican candidate for Oregon governor, stopped into Florence last Sunday to meet with local supporters of his candidacy. Buehler was joined by Teri Grier (inset, right), candidate for Oregon House of Representatives District Nine, for a photo opportunity at the Port of Siuslaw boardwalk, where both candidates answered questions and interacted with the community. Ballots are now due for the Nov. 6 General Election. In Florence, a ballot return box is located at the Florence Justice Center, 900 Greenwood St., off of Ninth Street. 21st Harvest & Holidays Festival comes to Yachats Join Mural Selection Committee The Public Art Committee (PAC) is seeking two commu- nity members to add to the selection committee for the Central Lincoln PUD Mural VISIONS OF SUGARPLUMS HANDMADE CRAFTS SALE! Please join us in this fun holiday celebration! Saturday Nov. 10th 9 am - 4 pm. project. This selection commit- tee will meet between Sunday, Dec. 4, and Tuesday, Dec. 6. The selection committee will review the three finalists’ pro- posals and make an artist rec- ommendation for the (PAC). If interested, submit an ap- plication form to Sarah.Moeh- rke@ci.florence.or.us by noon on Wednesday, Nov. 14. The beginning of November ushers in the start of the holiday season, and for the 21st year, the Crafts on the Coast annual Har- vest & Holidays Arts & Crafts Festival is the place to start hol- iday shopping. The festival runs Nov. 3 and 4 at the Yachats Com- mons, which will be filled with 70 of the best artisans from the Pacific Northwest for this juried craft event. A huge variety of crafts and art will be represented, offering the public a rare opportunity for finding gifts that will be unique and long treasured. Many of the exhibitors have won prizes with We’ve got you COVERED Serving Florence since 1990 At the Florence Senior Center on Kingwood business • homeowners • auto • life • health • medicare plans Find that special something’ for that special ‘someone’. A SK US ABOUT M ULTIPLE P OLICY D ISCOUNTS ! Contact Angela, Jodi or Paul to discuss your policy needs. their artistry. Attendees will find a selection of jewelry in many media: agate lamps and foun- tains; original art coloring books, color your own calendars and Joy Sphere Treasure Balls; wood crafts including turned, Intarsia, small furniture, mosaics, cut- ting boards, boxes, bird houses, scroll saw puzzles and toys; fine art; unique peek-a-boo pillows; stuffed dinosaurs; metal art and sculpture; leather craft; gour- met foods; soap, bath and body products; candles; photography; country crafts; gourmet dog treats; mixed media art; authors; fabric art, accessories, hand-dyed scarves and quilts; fiber art and loomed rugs; upcycled products; beaded dragons and so much more. Artisans featured from the Florence area include: interna- tional award-winning beading and jewelry artist Charmain Pesnell with seed bead, dichro- ic glass and beach glass jewelry; Kim and Jeff Wiktorski with air plant terrariums, blown glass and other multimedia crafts; Georgia Williams with her in- credible quilted art pictures and George Bowles with his GEEZ Smoked Cheese and smoked gar- lic products. Shoppers will also find Dippity Doo Da Dips gourmet dip mixes; Spiritopia liqueurs and brandies; Oregon Flavor Rack salt free seasonings and garlic products; Geez Smoked Cheese with sev- eral kinds of cheese and smoked garlic; Gingifer’s Kitchen with jams, pickles and relishes; Oh Honey with Willamette Valley honey and roasted hazelnuts and Celia’s Balsamics with aged and flavored vinegars and oils. The Depoe Baykery will offer their delicious and unusual pastries and coffee for sale as well. While enjoying the uplifting holiday atmosphere at this fam- ily-friendly festival take time to sample the gourmet food, have a relaxing chair massage and meet the artisans. Some of them will be offering fun and educational demonstrations. Community booths offer an opportunity to gather important information and assist those in need as well. The Yachats Ladies Club has crafts from talented club mem- bers who raise money for com- munity needs and you can also buy chances on the scholarship fundraiser quilt. The Harvest & Holidays Arts & Crafts Festival takes place inside Yachats Commons, 441 Highway 101 in Yachats on Sat- urday, Nov. 3, and Sunday, Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. Admission and parking are free for this family-friendly event. For more information, call 541-547-4738. Women veterans meet for lunch Nov. 9 875 Hwy 101 • Florence, OR • (541) 997-3466 www.AbelInsuranceAgency.com The Coastal Women Vet- erans will have its monthly luncheon on Friday, Nov. 9, at 11:30 a.m. at the Shore- wood Senior Residences, 1451 Spruce St., in Florence. This month’s theme is “Giv- ing thanks by giving,” so in the spirit of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, attend- ees are asked to re-gift a white elephant gift that someone could use. Each person is encouraged to bring along at least one of their own personal white ele- phant gifts. A bow or ribbon can be at- tached to the gift but shouldn’t obscure what it is, so anoth- er guest can see exactly what they’re selecting from the White Elephant table. All women who have served in any branch of the military are invited to attend, as well as their caregiver or companion. Prior reservations are need- ed so the chef has an accurate head count for lunch. 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