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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2020 | 3A Community News Weed whackers COURTESY PHOTOS L ast Saturday, July 11, area residents participated in the third Scotch Broom removal work party at the Siuslaw North Jetty. The work party was sponsored by the Oregon Dunes Restorative Project in collaboration with Lane County Parks. Volunteers removed the invasive weeds, some having grown to several feet tall. More work parties are scheduled for the North Jetty. Here’s your chance to have a bit of history for just $3! Th e Blast From Th e Past Rhododendron Festival Buttons are a fun memory from the year of COVID. You can get yours at the Siuslaw News Offi ce on Maple Street in Old Town Florence. DENTURE SERVICES INC. LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Open 4 days a week! Here to serve your denture needs: Dentures Partial Dentures Immediate Dentures Implant Dentures Relines & Repairs Same Day Monday-Thursday 10am - 2 pm William Foster LD Sherry, Offi ce Manager “As a denture wearer myself, I can answer your questions and address your denture concerns.” ~ William Foster, LD Financing: Citi Health Card 12 Month no Interest 524 Laurel St. 541-997-6054 Shoes for those in Need Humane Society Thrift Shop reopens for three days a week Retailers throughout Florence, including the Oregon Coast Humane Society (OCHS) Thrift Shop at 1193 Bay St. in Historic Old Town, have experienced many chang- es in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Oregon Coast Hu- mane Society (OCHS) Thift Shop has been no exception. However, after more than three months of be- ing closed, OCHS’s store manager Lynne Dixon said that the shop is now open Thursdays and Fri- days, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “We’re working to get back to our typical hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mon- days through Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays,” she said. “But for now, due to all the new regulations and sensibil- ities, we’re working with our heroic volunteers to set our hours.” According to Dixon, that masks are required per COVID-19 protocols for shopping and drop- ping off contributions. Appointments are high- ly recommended. To schedule, shoppers and donors can call 541- 997-5705. The shop updates its most recent deals and items on its Facebook page at OCHSThriftShop. Much of the store’s in- ventory comes from estate sales and is of excellent quality. This includes bar- gains on clothing, books, dishes, kitchenware, fur- niture, appliances and lin- ens. “People who want to contribute items to resell and raise funds for the shelter and its residents can schedule an appoint- ment to bring them to the Thrift Shop at the corner of Bay and King- wood streets,” Dixon said. “We’re currently accept- ing new or gently used dishes, utensils, pots and pans, appliances, clothing, and linens.” People can benefit the animals directly at the hu- mane society with items such as kitty litter, bleach, gloves, cleaning supplies, clean bedding materials, brushes and combs. Contributions can be dropped off by appoint- ment at the shelter at 2840 Rhododendron Dr. or at the OCHS Thrift Shop donation room during business hours. “We will assist donors with unloading their ve- hicle and will provide a tax-deductible receipt. If they have larger items, we can arrange for them to be picked up by calling 541- 997-5705,” Dixon said. To learn more, adopt or foster a pet, volunteer or make a financial con- tribution to OCHS, call 541-997-4277, stop by the shelter or visit Oregon- CoastHumaneSociety.org. OCHS is a 501(c)(3) or- ganization. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Pick up pancakes, support local pregnancy center The Pregnancy and is hosting a free Take- Parenting Center (PPC) Out Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, July 25, from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Florence First Baptist Church parking lot, 1935 25th St. Pancakes, eggs and sausage will be safely and freshly packed just for people to pick up, take away and enjoy at home. Donations will be glad- Men’s Shoes are of great need at Siuslaw Outreach Services. Th is July Th e Siuslaw News is having a shoe drive to help those in need in our community. Please help someone get on their feet by donating new or gently used and clean shoes, specifi cally men’s size 10 and up. You may drop off your donated items at Th e Siuslaw News 148 Maple St. in Historic Old Town Florence Donations accepted until July 31st. Other items needed for fall: Tarps, heavey blankets, socks, pocket ponchos, monetary donations for operations. Siuslaw News Need more info? Call us at 541-997-3441 ly accepted to help the PPC continue to provide free and confidential pregnancy and parenting support and education in the Florence surround- ing area. PPC needs local sup- port in order to continue its services to women, couples, families and children of the commu- nity. SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY JULY 18 JULY 19 JULY 20 JULY 21 Sunny 68°F 52°F Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this is the center’s only communi- ty fundraising event this year. For more information, visit Pregnancy and Par- enting Center, 1525 12th St. in the Florence Busi- ness Center, and online at www.pregnancyand- parentingcenter.com. WEDNESDAY THURSDAY JULY 22 Partly Cloudy Partly Cloudy Mostly Sunny Partly Cloudy 72°F 53°F 69°F 54°F 70°F 53°F 72°F 54°F JULY 23 FRIDAY JULY 24 Mostly Sunny Partly Cloudy 66°F 53°F 65°F 53°F Health is our #1 Priority! At Shervin’s we are taking extra precaution in order to ensure that our customers and staff are kept safe and healthy during this quickly changing situation. 1 Car Sanitation – All cars are wiped down with a sanitizer before and aft er the service. We wipe down any areas in the interior where employees have touched, such as door handles, the steering wheel, keys, shift ers and power window panels. 2 Hand Sanitation- Our staff will continue to wash their hands throughout the day and change gloves aft er each car they service. 3 Give Customers Options- We will pick up and deliver your vehicle to your home. You may also drop your key in our secure mailbox for drop-off s to avoid or minimize contact. 4 Employee Illness is Serious- We are encouraging employees not to shake hands. We are practicing “personal distancing” and encouraging employees to stay home if they feel under the weather. 5 Wipe Down High Touch Points- We wipe/spray counters, credit card machines, door handles, phone handles, kitchen areas, and chair arms and tables in waiting area multiple times a day. We continue to be focused and committed to working with each of you to ensure we continue to meet and exceed your expecta- tions. We are here for you. We thank you for your business and more importantly, your friendship. Please be safe and exercise extra precaution during this challenging time.