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SIUSLAW NEWS | WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2019 | 7A Rose & Crown Apothecary to Library create summer make-n-takes Tidings Join Rose and Crown dana which matches the bag, Apothecary on Sunday, July 21, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. for “Art & Alchemy-Preserving Summer into Cloth.” This make-and-take workshop will show how to make a lasting memory of flowers and leaves by trans- ferring them onto fabric. The hands-on class will include plant mandala transferring onto specially-prepared drawstring backpacks and creating colorful bandanas using plant-made dyes. This is a great activity for kids and adults. Partici- pants will be surrounded by medicinal herbs and forest while tapping into their cre- ativity. With this make n’ take, people will create three unique items: a bandana dyed with the botanicals of their choice, a cotton draw- string bag and a second ban- featuring each person’s one- of-a-kind mandala print. Attendees can also en- joy the garden and discover easy-to-grow plants for cre- ating botanical creations at home. “I’m sure there will be impromptu herb walks that will engage the senses and spark sharing of herbal medicine and lore. We are inspired to connect people of all ages with the healing power of nature,” said Patri- cia Immel, owner of Rose & Crown. This event will be held at a Siltcoos Lake location; di- rections will be given upon registration. Refreshments will also be provided. The cost is $40 or two for $70. People can call 541- 902-8860 or stop by Well- spring Clinic to reserve space. FEATURED HOME OF THE WEEK News about the Siuslaw Public Library Library Tidings, a regular feature of the Siuslaw News, features news about upcoming Siuslaw Public Library programs for adults and children, new books and videos, and other library news of interest to the community. Library Tidings by Kevin Mittge Book Review “The British Are Coming” By Rick Atkinson In June 1773, King George III attended a grand cele- bration of his reign over the greatest, richest empire since ancient Rome. Less than two years later, Britain’s bright fu- ture turned dark: after a series of provocations, the king’s sol- diers took up arms against his rebellious colonies in America. The war would last eight years, and though at least one in 10 of the Americans who fought for independence would die for that cause, the prize was valuable beyond measure: freedom from oppression and the creation of a new republic. Rick Atkinson, author of the Pulitzer-winning “An Army at Dawn” and two other books about World War II, has long been admired for his unpar- alleled ability to write deeply researched, stunningly viv- id narrative history. Now he turns his attention to a new war, and in the initial volume of the Revolution Trilogy he tells the story of the first 21 months of America’s violent effort to forge a new nation. From the battles at Lexing- ton and Concord in spring 1775 to those at Trenton and Princeton in winter 1776-77, American militiamen and then the ragged Continental Army take on the world’s most formidable fighting force and struggle to avoid annihilation. It is a gripping saga alive with astonishing characters: Henry Knox, the former bookseller with an uncanny understanding of artillery; Na- thanael Greene, the blue-eyed bumpkin who becomes one of America’s greatest battle cap- tains; Benjamin Franklin, the self-made man who proves himself the nation’s wiliest diplomat; George Washing- ton, the commander in chief who learns the difficult art of leadership when the war seems all but lost. The story is also told from the British perspective: we see the fight through their eyes and down their gun barrels, which makes the mortal con- flict between the redcoats and the rebels all the more com- pelling. Full of riveting details and untold stories, “The British Are Coming” is a tale of he- roes and knaves, of sacrifice and blunder, of redemption and profound suffering. At- kinson has given stirring new life to the first act of our country’s creation drama. Celebrate the Moon Landing On July 20, 1969, astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Al- drin landed on the moon. The library is pleased to of- fer a public celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Apol- lo 11 moon landing with Jeff Phillips from the Eugene As- tronomical Society this Satur- day, July 20, at 1 p.m. Phillips will share film clips of the his- toric moon landing together with interesting background details and anecdotes. Phillips has been a space enthusiast since the launch- ing of Sputnik when he was a child. His father was an engi- neer who worked on the Jupi- ter C, the rocket that launched America’s first satellite, the Explorer 1, and America’s first astronaut, Alan Shepard. He has been a member of the Eugene Astronomical Society for over 20 years and some of his photos have appeared on Sky and Telescope weekly update and the Celestron tele- scope catalog. This presentation, free and open to the general public, will also feature “moon pies” courtesy of the Friends of the Library. Street maintenance to take place in Florence Knife River Corporation, constructing 10th, 11th and and 17th and 18th streets in conjunction with the City 23rd streets from Spruce between Hwy 101 and Pine of Florence, will begin re- Street east to their terminus Street now through Friday, Aug. 2. Work will take place from 7 a.m. through 7 p.m. Mon- day through Friday. Price Reduced Florence Public Works would like to extend thanks to the public for their pa- tience as crews begin this important project that will Tim Sapp improve several local streets. Owner / Due to the nature of this Principal Broker construction project, there 541 999-8230 will be slight inconveniences, 1515 2nd St – Stunning, like new 3 bdrm, 2 bath home located in Old Town. Many high end particularly to the residents upgrades including quartz countertops and engi- that live along the streets to neered hardwood fl ooring. Lovely covered front be reconstructed. The city porch, 2-car garage, and RV parking with full and contractor will try to hookups. $495,000. #3000-19166540 minimize those inconve- 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 niences. Buying or Selling? I can help. 84207 WRIGHT ROAD Your Own Park, South Lakes area home privacy abounds on almost 3/4 acre. 1752 sq feet of living space with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Living is upstairs sur- rounded by a new deck offering views of the property. Room for farm animals in a chain link fenced area. So much to see you must schedule a showing to appreciate. Newer roof, deck, and interior & exterior paint. Outside amenities not limited to a 32’ ramada, 2 entrances, hot tub, shop inside 3 bay garage. And so much more. $365,000 #11849 MLS#19191451 “We’re next to the Bridge” 100 Hwy. 101 See all Florence Listings at cbcoast.com COAST REAL ESTATE 541-997-7777 Streets will need to be closed throughout the proj- ect, although local access will be provided. Detour signs will be installed on all streets that are affected. The city and the contractor will expedite the construc- tion through each area so that the street closures will be of limited duration. If there are any questions regarding the project or if there are residents that live on the impacted street(s) that need special accommoda- tions, people can call Public Works at 541-997-4106. For additional information regarding pavement preser- vation, contact 541-997-4106 or visit ci.florence.or.us. SATURDAY, JULY 20 Thank you for supporting the Power of Florence! 2019 SERVICE PROJECTS AROUND TOWN 5:00am - 10pm Dutch Brothers will donate $1 for every drink sold to the Florence Community PTA. 7:00 – 2:00 pm Li le Brown Hen will donate half of their coff ee sales to the Florence Community PTA. 7:00 - 10:00 am FREE pancake and scrambled egg breakfast at the United Methodist Church at 333 Kingwood St. 8:00 am The Bark in the Park Fundraising Group will be cleaning and beau fying Singing Pines Dog Park at 1342 Kingwood St. 8:00 – 2:00 pm Oregon BoxLunch will be serving up delicious lunch with proceeds going to the Bark in the Park fundraiser at 1930 Highway 101. 9:00 am The Florence Garden Club and the Siuslaw Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society will be weeding and beau fying Gallagher’s Park. 9:00 am Delta Gamma will be cleaning and beau fying the tennis courts and surrounding park area at 35th Street. School District and for pet supplies for the Oregon Coast Humane Society. 10:00 - 12:00 pm Scotch broom removal: Help remove invasive Scotch Broom at Heceta Dunes (cor- ner of Joshua Lane and Nau lus). Bring water, gloves, sunscreen and tools (such as loppers, hand pruners and small hand saws). Dogs are welcomed. Sponsored by the Oregon Dunes Restora on Collabora ve. 10:00 - 12:00 pm Banner Bank will be weeding and beau fying the Oregon Coast Military Museum at 2145 Kingwood St. 10:00 - 2:00 pm The Friends of the Florence Events Center will be beau fying and adding bark dust to the front of the Events Center. 11:00 - 1:00 pm Dragon Art will paint faces for Summer Art Camp vouchers at 949 Highway 101. 11:00 – 2:00 pm Habitat for Humanity will be building huge adirondack chairs to place in parks throughout Florence. Join in the fun in front of ReStore at 2004 Highway 101. 1:00 - 4:00 pm Van Fans Ice Cream Social at the Florence Events Center. Serving homemade pie & ice cream with live music and entertainment ckets $5 each. 9:00 – 1:00 pm Oregon Pacifi c Bank will host a dona on drive for school supplies for the Siuslaw PARTY IN THE PARKING LOT EVENTS AT GROCERY OUTLET 11:00 -2:00 pm Party in the Parking Lot: With Mike Bones as your MC and live music and entertain- ment by the C.R.O.W Song and Dance Camp kids and the Tavish Sextet! 11:00 - 2:00 pm Hamburger & hotdog BBQ benefi ng Helping Hands Coali on. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Public Works Department vehicles on display for kids and adults to explore and learn more about. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Florence Police Department vehicles on display for kids and adults to explore and learn more about. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Western Lane Ambulance District ambulance on display for kids and adults to explore and learn more about. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Florence Food Share: Beavers vs. Ducks food collec ng contest. Collec ng food for the Florence Food Share. 11:00 - 2:00 pm “Stuff the Van”- Pet food drive for Oregon Coast Humane Society. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Power of Florence T-shirt, sweatshirt, and hat sale- Get yours while they last! Hosted by the Siuslaw Kindness Club. Wear your Power of Florence shirt! Shirts are $10 each, hats are $15 and sweatshirts are $25. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Food Backpacks for Kids will be have an informa onal booth about their mission to erase weekend hunger for students in Florence and Mapleton. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Lemonade stand and delicious brownies to support Food Backpacks for Kids hosted by Kindness Club members Melody and Talia! 11:00 - 2:00 pm Florence Community P.T.A. is having a rummage sale! They will also host an informa- onal booth with games, hold a membership drive, and sell Viking stadium seats. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Students with EF Educa onal Tours will be selling Italian sodas and cookies with half of proceeds benefi ng the Florence Community PTA. 11:00 – 2:00 pm Come buy fresh crabs from Crabs for a Cause! Proceeds to benefi t SOS, Delta Gamma and the Florence Community PTA. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Florence/Siuslaw Lion’s Club will be collec ng used eyeglasses and hearing aids; will have applica ons for eye exams and new glasses. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Oregon Coast Military Museum - T-shirts for sale to raise money to support the museum. 11:00 – 2:00 pm West Lane 90 by 30 will have an informa onal booth about reducing child abuse in Lane County. 11:00 - 2:00 pm The Siuslaw Youth Soccer Associa on will have an informa onal booth to register new soccer players. Come sign your child up for a Fall team! 11:00 – 2:00 pm Bark in the Park Fundraisers will have a Dog Kissing Booth & brick campaign to raise funds for the Singing Pines Dog Restora on to inculde new landscaping and fencing. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Pregnancy & Paren ng Center will have an informa onal booth about their pregnan- cy & paren ng support, life skills classes, and their 0-5 year old weekly playgroup. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Siuslaw Vision will have an informa onal booth to let the community know they “put people at the center”! 11:00 - 2:00 pm KXCR will have an informa onal booth about their local non-profi t radio sta on, 90.7 FM. 11:00 - 2:00pm The Oregon Dunes Restora on Collabora ve will have an informa onal booth on their eff orts to save the dunes from the invasive Scotch Broom. 11:00 - 2:00pm EMAC (Environmental Ac on Commi ee) will have informa on about how to reduce the amount of li er in our community as well as the new “Adopt a Highway and Adopt a Street” program. 11:00 -2:00 pm Florence Master Recyclers will be on hand to discuss their program and free dish ware (for loan) program. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Precious Plas cs Florence will have an informa onal booth about fundraising for a machine to take the plas c we can no longer recycle. 11:00 - 2:00pm The Florence Climate Alliance will have an informa onal booth to help educate and encourage ci zens to understand how climate change is aff ec ng the local area. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Florence Senior Center will have an informa onal booth about their robust ac vity schedule as well as a volunteer sign up. 11:00 - 2:00 pm Memory Care Respite will have an informa onal booth about their eff orts to give respite to caregivers and socializa on me for seniors. 10:00 - 5:00 pm Habitat for Humanity ReStore: Come shop and make a diff erence. Habitat ReStore is a nonprofi t home improvement store and dona on center: clean out your own garage and bring in dona ons of used fi xtures, sinks, faucets, windows, doors, etc. www.poweroffl orence.org poweroffl orence@hotmail.com • 541.997.9819 • “Like” our Facebook page @poweroffl orence
