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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2018 | 5A Tips to prevent underage drinking around the holidays The holidays are a busy and fun time, but they are also a time of risk for young people. Whatever your plans this sea- son, it is important not to forget about keeping our children and young people safe. Alcohol is the most widely used substance among underage youth in the Siuslaw region. Here are some tips to help keep our youth and community safe this holiday season. friend’s home. If you have alco- hol in your house, monitor the supply you have and ensure it is locked away or not accessible to youth. Understand Oregon’s un- derage drinking laws. There is no legal way for adults to host an underage drinking party for minors. Under Oregon law (ORS 471.410-3), those who knowingly allow minors, other than their own child, to drink on or off their property or pri- Parents, guardians, vate real property (hotel rooms, and family members camp sites, other rented/leased Youth often access alco- space) can receive criminal ci- hol from their own home or a tations and fines. Talk to youth about underage drinking. Be clear about your expectations and listen to their concerns. Make sure your child knows where you stand on un- derage drinking so they can trust you and call you if they find themselves feeling unsafe at a holiday party or gathering. Get to know your kids’ friends and their parents. Ask other parents about their rules around alcohol and ensure your child isn’t entering spaces where they will be served alcohol. that sells or serves alcohol, make sure everyone is properly checking IDs and not selling to minors around the busy holi- day season. If you’re at a holiday func- tion where there’s alcohol and young people, make sure that the adults know the dangers of underage drinking and are not serving to minors. Have alcohol served in designated places, inaccessible to young people. Get involved in local groups working to prevent the harmful Community members effects of underage drinking by If you work at a business reducing use among youth. Healthy Directions is a community-based coalition formed through Lane County Public Health, and works to- ward bringing awareness of, and attempting to lower, un- derage alcohol use in the Siu- slaw region. Local businesses, schools, government, preven- tion organizations, and law enforcement have all jumped on board to support Siuslaw youth, reduce underage drink- ing, and promote healthy lives. For more information about the Florence Healthy Direc- tions Coalition, visit the coali- tion’s Facebook page. Spirituali-Tea to host Burning Bowl ceremony Lose the resolutions and empower the New Year with Burning Bowl ceremony On Monday, Dec. 31, Spir- ituali-Tea will host a Burning Bowl and White Stone Cere- mony at 875 Seventh St., begin- ning at 6:30 p.m. In a guided meditation, at- tendees will reflect on the past year and consider the thoughts, emotions and behaviors that did not and do not serve their highest good. Participants will then release them by writing them down on paper and cer- On Sunday, Dec. 30, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Florence Uni- tarian Universalist Fellowship, Katherine Hemmens will lead a Burning Bowl Ceremony. Hemmens asks, “Do you ever wonder why our New Year’s resolutions lose momentum so quickly? Perhaps it’s because we don’t take the time to release what no longer works for us be- fore adding another expectation for ourselves. Rituals have lost emoniously “burning” them in an appropriate receptacle. Next, attendees will set a new intention for the coming year, which they write on a small white stone that serves as a re- minder. This is an adaptation of two ancient practices that have become widely used in many New Thought churches. The evening will be led by New Thought minister Eleanor Ross. their meaning in our modern lives, or may carry unwelcome baggage from early religious influences. However, rituals are just a mental construct to signi- fy a passage in life or further a vision of our next endeavor. We choose the significance, the in- terpretation. This is where the empowerment lies.” Paper and pencils will be pro- vided, and attendees may want to contemplate the aspects of their life that no longer work for them in anticipation of releas- ing them with a blessing. The fellowship, located at 87738 Highway 101 at Heceta Beach Road, is wheelchair ac- cessible. Each service concludes with refreshments and a dia- logue circle to explore the ques- tions that come up during each worship service. For more information, visit www.florenceuuf.org. Siuslaw Vision Workshop to explore board roles, responsibilities Jan. 26 Registration is open for “Training for Your Nonprofit Board,” a workshop that will explore the legal duties, rights and responsibilities of board members in Or- egon on Saturday, Jan. 26, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Florence Senior Center, 1570 Kingwood St. Sponsored by Siuslaw Vision, the train- ing is ideal for new and veteran board members, and is also for those consider- ing board service in the future. Topics will include safeguarding char- itable assets; handling restricted funds; understanding financial information; oversight of nonprofits by the attorney general; and how to protect tax exempt status by adhering to IRS regulations. The Vision is partnering with Non- profit Board Training and Resources, an organization focused on strengthening the technical skills of nonprofit board members and staff. “Board members rarely receive train- ing for their crucial roles in govern- ing nonprofit organizations, yet much is expected of them,” said Katherine DeYoung, a certified public accountant who will present the session on financial information. “This event is a training op- portunity to learn about the ins and outs of board roles and a chance to have any pressing questions answered.” In addition to DeYoung, the workshop will feature Kirk Harvey, retired chief in- vestigator for the Oregon Department of Justice Charitable Activities Section, and Joe Kroll, with the Internal Revenue Ser- vice Tax Exempt Division. The half-day workshop includes all three sessions, printed resource material, snacks and a networking lunch. Cost is $15 per person, or $10 per person for or- ganizations who register four or more of their members. Scholarships are available by contact- ing coordinator@siu slawvision.org. Registration deadline is Jan. 19 at 5 p.m. For more information about the training and to register, visit RiverCal. org/training, or call 541-590-2425. For more information on the Siuslaw Vision, visit www.SiuslawVision.org. J OIN U S I N W ORSHIP BAY BERRY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Friday Evenings – 7 p.m. SINGSPIRATION You are invited to come and sing your favorite Ole Time Gospel songs. Come and enjoy a time of fellowship & refreshments before we sing. Bay Berry Square is 1.5 miles north of Fred Meyers’ Store 88906 Highway 101 N, Florence, OR (milepost 185N) For Info: Jack - 541-999-8278 + Ron - mccrary9483@gmail.com THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Located at Munsel Lake Road and North Fork Road Worship Services 10:00 AM Sunday All are welcome! 541-997-7268 COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 4590 Hwy. 101, Across from Fred Meyer –- 997-7418 Sunday School, 9:30a.m. – Worship, 10:45 Wed. Prayer - 6:00 p.m. –Wed. Ministries 1-8 Grade 7 p.m. CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD Corner of 10th & Maple –997-3533 Wednesday, 7 p.m. - Family Connections Adult Bible Class, 9:30am on Sundays. Sunday Services, 9am and 10:45am. fl orencecrossroad.org • offi ce@fl orencecrossroadag.org FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - SBC 1935 25th St. – 997-7660 • Pastor, Ron Allen Series “People of the Bible.” on Wednesdays 6 p.m. A friendly place to worship, vacationers welcome. Sun.; 11am & 6pm, Sunday school 9:45am. FLORENCE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2nd & Ivy – 997-2961 –Non-Denominational Worship Service: 9:00 am & 10:30 am Middle School and High School youth groups meet on Wednesday. FLORENCE CHURCH OF CHRIST Pre-Denominational (Romans 16:16) 1833 Tamarack Street (2 blocks east of Hwy. 101 on 18th St.) Bible Study: Sunday 10 a.m.; Worship: Sunday 11 a.m. www.churchofchristfl orence.org FLORENCE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 12th and Nopal –997-9020 Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Mens’ Breakfast @ 8 a.m. Online Worship Service@ www.fl orencenaz.com FLORENCE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 4445 Hwy 101 (South of Fred Meyer) – 997-3951 Worship on Saturday 10:30 A.M. Adult/Children’s Sabbath School 9:15 A.M. FLORENCE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP 87738 Hwy 101 at Heceta Beach Road RUAUU? All are welcome to explore the answer. Sunday Worship Service ~ 10:00 a.m. www.FlorenceUUF.org - (541) 997.2840 FLORENCE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Services 10:00 a.m. Sunday Adult Classes at 9am; Children’s Sunday School at 10:30m Coff ee Fellowship Following Service 2nd & Kingwood • (541) 997-6025 FOURSQUARE CHURCH 1624 Highway 101 (next to A&W) –- 997-6337 Pastor George Pagel – Something for the entire family. Sun. Services: 10:45 a.m., Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. Website:fl orence4square.com NEW LIFE LUTHERAN CHURCH, E.L.C.A. 21st & Spruce Street – 997-8113 Adult Forum 9 a.m. – Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship services; Sun. 10:30am & Mon. 5:00 pm Welcome to all! www.lutheranchurchfl orence.com PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF THE SIUSLAW Traditional Worship Service 10:00 a.m. , Reverend Greg Wood Sunday School and Nursery – Organ and Choir All Welcome. Come as you are. 3996 N Hwy 101 997-7136 RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS (QUAKERS) “War is still not the answer.” FCNL We worship in homes at 11am Sundays Call 997-4237 or 902-9511 for locations. RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH, L.C.M.S. Every Sun., Bible Class 9 a.m., Worship Service 10 a.m. 85294 Hwy. 101 S. – 997-8038 DVD of Weekly worship service available. Pastor Randy Benscoter ST. ANDREW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 2135 19th St. –- 997-6600 8:30am, Tuesdays, Morning Prayer Sunday Services: 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. - Wed, 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome – Come walk our Labyrinth. SAINT MARY, OUR LADY OF THE DUNES CATHOLIC CHURCH New Year’s Eve Dinner Masses: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 11:00 a.m. 1.5 miles south of river on Hwy 101 – 997-2312 5pm - 9pm Join Us In Worship 4 lines, approx 15 words, $10 a week 4 week Minimum Deadline 3 p.m. Mondays. 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