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SIUSLAW NEWS | WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2020 | 3A Community News Community invited to celebrate retirement of SVFR Battalion Chief Dave Beck this Saturday Siuslaw Valley Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Dave Beck is retiring af- ter 40 Years of service to the community of Flor- ence. In honor of Chief Beck, Siuslaw Valley Fire & Rescue will be hosting a social distance “Drive by Retirement Party” Saturday, July 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the west end of the SVFR main station. The address of the main station where the event will be held is 2625 Highway 101 in Flor- ence. Those wishing to celebrate are asked to drive into the Siuslaw Middle School Parking lot (2525 Oak Street) and “stage” behind the SVFR ladder truck. Staging will begin approximately around 12:45 p.m. The proces- sion will begin, follow- ing the ladder truck east on 26th street, to the west-end parking lot at the main station where Chief Beck will be pres- ent to be honored. SVFR asks that, com- munity during the “par- ty,” community members not park on the front aprons of the fire station so that firefighting appa- ratus are not obstructed in the event of a call. For more information, call SVFR at 541-997- 3212. Readers Choice Voted #1 Realtor During these uncertain times, we are accessible by phone, email and by appointment only. We are conducting business as safely as possible for our clients as well as our staff. 541-997-7653 Jim_hoberg@hotmail.com Library Tidings 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 Jane Austen Society” By Natalie Jenner Just after the Second World War, in the small English vil- lage of Chawton, an unusu- al but like-minded group of people band together to attempt something remark- able. In the early 1800s, Chaw- ton was the final home of Jane Austen, one of England’s finest novelists. By the 1940s, little remains of her legacy but a few distant relatives and their diminishing estate, including the cottage where Austen wrote or revised her books. With the winds of change blowing through the coun- try in the postwar days and the cottage’s future now in the hands of fate, a group of disparate individuals fight to preserve both Austen’s home and her legacy for the world. These people — a farmer, a young war widow, the vil- lage doctor, an employee of Sotheby’s, a Hollywood star, a local solicitor, the antici- pated heiress to the estate, and a precocious house-girl — could not be more differ- ent, and yet they are united in their love for the works and words of Austen. As each of them endures their own quiet struggle with the loss and trauma of war and other tragedies, they find solace, connection, and hope in rallying together to create the Jane Austen Society. A charming and moving novel that explores the trag- edies and triumphs of life, both large and small, and the universal humanity within us all, Natalie Jenner’s The Jane Austen Society is destined to resonate with readers for years to come. now make an appointment to use one of our computers! Call the library at 541-997- 3132, Monday through Fri- day, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., to make your one-hour ap- pointment for the following weekday. We have a limited number of morning and afternoon slots available. We’ll give you more information over the phone, or go to www.siuslaw- library.info, to learn more. Creativebug Have you checked out the library’s newest digital ser- vice, Creativebug? It’s been getting rave reviews from a number of library patrons. Creativebug is a site offer- ing arts and crafts instruc- tional videos. After logging in with your library card number and then registering for free, you can enjoy un- limited access to thousands of online art and craft classes. Watch the classes anytime, anywhere. Since the classes never expire, you can start and stop projects at your own pace. These classes are for all skill level and the videos are produced by renowned art- ists and creative experts. Check it out! Curbside in Mapleton! So now that we’ve had sev- eral weeks of curbside pick- up service in Florence, we have expanded to curbside in Mapleton. At this time, Ma- pleton or other up-river res- idents can pick up books and DVDs and other materials at the branch on Thursdays, be- tween 3 and 5 p.m. You can call the main library at 541-997-3132 from 10am to 1pm Monday through Friday to request books, but if you wish Maple- ton pick up you must let us know and call no later than Wednesday, the day before. Computer Appointments Need to check email or print something? You can Siuslaw Pioneer Museum cancels annual Pioneer Picnic Due to concern for the safety and health of com- munity members, the Siu- slaw Pioneer Museum has regretfully announced it is cancelling its annual Pio- neer Picnic. The picnic was sched- uled for Aug. 8 at the Elks campground off Mercer Lake Road. The picnic, which hon- ors pioneer families as well as provides a venue for interested people to learn more about Siuslaw Valley history, is held each year to coincide with har- vest time. The museum, located at 275 Maple Street in Flor- ence, will remain closed until further notice. Messages for the muse- um library staff can be left by calling 541-997-7884. Volunteers can help with historical research and will return calls. Humane Society Thrift Store now open three days each week All types of roofing and repairs. Single Ply and Composition Specialist. CCCB#222167 541-972-1818 The Oregon Coast Hu- mane Society (OCHS) Thrift Shop, 1193 Bay St. in Historic Old Town, has re-opened with limited hours after a three-and-a- half month. The shop is nowy open Thursdays and Fridays, 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, Shoes for those in Need 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 and noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays,” said thrift shop manager Lynne Dixon. “But for now, due to all the new regulations and sensi- bilities, we’re working with our heroic volunteers to set our hours.” According to Dixon, masks are required per COVID-19 protocols for shopping and dropping off contributions and appoint- ments are recommended. To schedule, shoppers and donors can call 541- 997-5705. The shop updates its most recent deals and treasures on its Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ OCHSThriftShop. Much of the store’s in- ventory comes from estate WEDNESDAY THURSDAY sales and is of excellent quality. This includes bar- gains on clothing, books, dishes, kitchenware, furni- ture, appliances and linens. “People who want to contribute items to re- sell and raise funds for the shelter and its resi- dents can schedule an ap- pointment to bring them to the Thrift Shop at the corner of Bay and King- wood streets,” Dixon said. “We’re currently accepting new or gently used dish- es, 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. Con- tributions can be dropped off by appointment at the shelter at 2840 Rho- dodendron Dr., or at the OCHS Thrift Shop dona- tion 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,” she said. To learn more, adopt or foster a pet, volunteer or make a financial donation, call 541-997-4277 or visit OregonCoastHumaneSo ciety.org. FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY JULY 22 JULY 23 JULY 24 JULY 25 JULY 26 JULY 27 JULY 28 AM Clouds/ PM Sun Partly Cloudy Sunny Sunny Sunny Sunny Partly Cloudy 64°F 51F 65°F 49°F 66°F 49°F 66°F 50°F 69°F 52°F 70°F 53°F 67°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.