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SIUSLAW NEWS | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2018 | 5A Community Chorus to host guest performers Special guests will perform at the Community Chorus’ “Sing Me Noel” concert on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 9, at 2 p.m., at the Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw, 3996 Highway 101 in Florence. Bruce Morganti will direct the Siuslaw High School Gold Viking Chorus, which will ap- pear only at the Saturday con- cert. The Flotones will appear both Saturday and Sunday, as will Maree Beers, who will join the chorus for a rousing spiritual, “Jesus, Oh What A Wonderful Child.” On Sunday, Community Chorus Director David Aakre and his daughter, Kallie Mill, will sing a duet and Rhianna Haines will perform a piano solo. Both performances are free and open to the public. Dona- tions will be accepted to sup- port the Siuslaw High School Choral Music Program and the Community Chorus. Annual Victorian Christmas opens at lighthouse Dec. 8 Heceta Head Lightstation is celebrating 23 years of the An- nual Victorian Christmas Open House on Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16, from 4 to 7 p.m. The Queen Anne style Keep- er’s House will be decorated inside and out with festive Vic- torian holiday decorations Dec. 6 through Jan. 2. Open house sponsors Banner Bank, Sweet Homes Vacation Rentals, Yach- ats Chamber of Commerce and Yachats Presbyterian Church will be providing warm drinks and treats. Each evening local perform- ers will share holiday favor- ites. Ron Stanley, Sea String Quartet, Hammer and Whis- tle, Heart Song, High Tide and Marty Adams are some of the talented musicians who will be performing at the historic Keeper’s House. Even Santa will be visiting to welcome children of all ages. Guests are encouraged to take a night time walk to the S IUSLAW N EWS lighthouse, so bring a flash- light. This is a great opportunity to watch the light- house beams rotate overhead, truly a magical experience. Entry to the Keeper’s House is free, but dona- tions are gladly accepted. Parking is available at the Heceta Head Lighthouse State COURTESY PHOTO Scenic View Point, just be- Heceta Head Lightstation will be decorated in Victorian-era Christmas low the Keeper’s decor from dec. 6 through Jan. 2. House, for $5 per vehicle. A Support the historic Keepers’ Help celebrate 23 years of free shuttle bus offered by NW Home by entering the holiday community tradition at the Adventures Quest and Carnah- raffle and win a free night’s stay Heceta Head Lighthouse Keep- an Construction will take visi- at the bed & breakfast, as well er’s Home. tors from the park right to the as great prizes from local art- For more information, vis- front door. ists and businesses. The Hece- it www.hecetalighthouse.com, Or, bring warm, rainproof ta Lighthouse Gift Shop will contact the Heceta Lighthouse clothing and a flashlight to en- be open and filled with special B&B at 866-547-3696 or email joy the beautiful walk up from lighthouse gifts for Christmas keepers@hecetalighthouse. the beach to the festivities. shopping. com. Sea of Lights to illuminate aquarium The Oregon Coast Aquar- ium invites the public to illu- minate the holiday season by experiencing the aquarium’s annual Sea of Lights celebra- tion. Sea of Lights is the largest holiday light display on the central Oregon coast. Be im- mersed in over half a million colorful lights, live music and holiday decorations while ex- ploring the aquarium af-ter- hours. SCUBA Santa will be busy granting holiday wishes, diving the aquarium exhibits and posing for photos with guests. This family friendly event kicks off with a special cele- bration on Friday, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. Ad- mission to this first Friday and Saturday of Sea of Lights is $2 plus two cans of nonperishable food. Entry is $10 per person without donation. Admission is free for aquar- ium members, but they are en- couraged to bring an item to donate. People may also donate pet food or new, unwrapped children's toys for the Newport Salvation Army Toy Drive in place of a food donation. Sea of Lights will continue to illuminate the aquarium every Friday and Saturday of Decem- ber from 5 to 8 p.m. Admission is $10 or free with same day paid admission. This year’s Sea of Lights is proudly presented by Walmart. Customers that spend over $100 at Walmart’s Newport lo- cation beginning Nov. 15 will receive a voucher for one free admission to Sea of Lights at the Oregon Coast Aquarium. The offer is valid while sup- plies last and certain dates are subject to blackout (see store for details.) Attendees using a voucher are encouraged, but not re- quired, to make a food or toy donation. The aquarium is open every day, except Dec. 25, this winter from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For tick- ets and more information visit aquarium.org or call 541-867- 3474. (541)997-6000 www.RealEstateFlorence.com Need more space? Skip the online search and sign up for our HomeFinder email alerts to receive rapid updates on new listings in your area. HomeFinder will also deliver instant price updates, complete listing details, and interactive maps with satellite images. SALE PENDING NEW LISTING NEW LISTING NEW LISTING Super nice manufactured home. Open fl oor plan, master suite with walk-in closet, hickory cabinets, and butler’s pantry. 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