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SIUSLAW NEWS | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2020 | 9A SVFR, Marines teaming up again to distribute toys in Florence area For the third year in a row, Siuslaw Valley Fire & Rescue is partnering with the U.S. Marines to host one of four toy distribu- tion sites in Lane County. Due to COVID-19, this year’s distribution will work differently than past events. Pre-registration is re- quired as usual (www.eu gene-or.toysfortots.org/ local-coordinator-sites/ Buying or Selling? I can help. lco-sites/default.aspx?n- PageID=100&nPreview- Ind=200). Distribution will be held at SVFR Station 1, 2625 Highway 101, on Tuesday, Dec. 8, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. After confirming the required paperwork is in order at the car, including Proof of residency in Lane County, proof that the child lives with you and proof of the child’s age, toys will be bagged for each child. However, no one will be allowed out of their vehi- cles to enter the fire sta- tion bay to pick out toys as in years past. Once the toys have been received, or-ganizers will not be able to take any- thing back. “We are once again hav- ing the Coast Guard come to the rescue to help with this event,” said SVFR or- ganizer Capt. Pete War- ren. “In addition, Florence PD is always there, and the Kiwanis Club will be helping us this year, too. They, along with firefight- ers of Siuslaw Valley, are committed to ensuring children continue to re- ceive toys in the area. “Please contribute at the places around town with toy donation boxes.” For more information, call SVFR at 541-997- 3232. 25th annual ‘Light Up a Life’ to be held virtually 4836 Laguna Ave – Luxury lake living on near- ly 5 acres. This 4,000 sqft, 4 bdrm, 5 bath home has lake views with private dock. Remodeled in 2003 with hardwood fl oors, gourmet kitchen, high ceilings, and large master suite. Oversized 3 bay RV barn with shop and offi ce. $1,369,000. #2850- 18330278 Ed Kopilec Principal Broker 541 991-8630 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 Y O U ’ R E For 25 years, local fam- ilies have gathered each fall to remember loved ones at PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Medical Center Hospice’s Light Up a Life celebration. With COVID-19 still circulating, an in-person I N V I T E D T O gathering wasn’t an op- tion this year — but the unique event will still go on, culminating in an on- line video ceremony on Dec. 12. Throughout the month of November, Peace Har- bor is inviting community members to share sto-ries of their loved ones by vis- iting its website. Visitors can watch a video greeting and bless- ing from Peace Harbor chaplain Dow Cobb and find a link for submitting stories and photos. They can also choose to make a tax-deductible donation to Peace Harbor Hospice. At 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, the hospice team will debut a video of the traditional name-reading and candle-lighting cere- mony on the Peace Har- bor Facebook page. Participants can watch together from the com- fort of home and post live comments for moderators or fellow attendees. “We never even consid- ered canceling the event this year — we think it’s more important than ever,” said Susan Walters, manager of home care and hospice. “This time of year can be very hard for those grieving the loss of a loved one, whether that loss is recent or from many years ago. With the added isolation and con- cerns about COVID-19, it could be especially dif- ficult this year.” Anyone is welcome to join, Walters added, whether or not their loved one was cared for by Peace Harbor Hospice. “We hope that having a virtual event will allow even more people to par- ticipate,” she said. “We hope this will bring peace and comfort during this very difficult time.” The Light Up a Life website can be found at https://www.peacehealth. org/PeaceHarbor-LUAL. The Peace Harbor Face- book page can be found at www.facebook.com/ Peace Harbor/. Donations can be made online or mailed to Peace Harbor Hospice at 400 Ninth St., Florence, OR, 97439. For more information, call the hospice at 541- 997-3418 or the Peace Harbor Foundation at 541-902-6598. PTA seeks student art submissions for national program Please mark your calendar for 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, for a video memorial on our Peace Harbor Facebook page. Together, we will light candles and read names, reminding us that we are not alone and that our loved ones are never forgotten. Please visit peacehealth.org/ PeaceHarbor-LUAL to dedicate a light for your loved one and share your story. A Call for Artist has been made for entries into the National PTA Reflec- tions arts program, which local Florence Commu- nity PTA is conducting locally. The program is open to Siuslaw School District students, grades K-12. This year’s theme is “I Matter Because…” Students can show their artistic talents by Thank you to ALL that helped make the 2020 Veteran’s Day Cruise possible! And a special thank you to all our sponsors: Home and Community Services American Legion Band of Brothers Clawson’s Wheelhouse Coldwell Banker Coast Real Estate, Inc. Coast Radio KCST/KCFM Daughters of the American Revolution Disabled American Veterans Fred Wahl Marine Construction Johnston Motor Company NAPA Davison Auto Parts, Inc. Shervin’s Tire & Automotive Siuslaw News Spruce Point Assisted Living & Memory Care Shannon Graham interpreting the theme through the arts in any of these ways: • Visual arts: painting, drawing, sculpture, col- lages, and more • Photography • Literature: poetry, es- says, short stories Grade Divisions are as follows: Kindergarten through 2nd grade, 3rd through 5th grades, 6th through 8th grades, and 9th through 12th grades, and a Special Artist Divi- sion. Pick up submission guidelines and an entry form from Florence Com- munity PTA at the Siuslaw Elementary School office, or download the forms from the Siuslaw Elemen- tary School website at https://www.siuslaw.k12. or.us/o/siuslaw-elementa- ry-school. Deadline for entries is Dec. 11. For more information, contact or email Diane McCalmont for more in- formation: membership@ oregonpta.org or call 541- 999-9692. 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