News from the Siuslaw Community
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January 5 City Council Special Meeting for Public Input on Flock Cameras
On Monday, January 5, 2026, at 5:30 p.m., the Florence City Council will hold a special meeting in person at the Florence Events Center, 715 Quince Street. The purpose of this meeting is for the City Council to gather community input regarding the City’s use of the...
Florence Public Arts Committee launches call for Art Exposed ReVision Florence
The City of Florence Public Arts Committee announces the launch of the next call-for-artists for the Art Exposed Rotating Outdoor Art Gallery. Since 2018, this program has installed public art throughout Florence for community members and tourists alike to enjoy. Art...
Holiday Pop Up Market at Serene Abundance Studio
Serene Abundance Studio, the central Oregon coast's home for visionary, expressive and inspirational art, will host a Holiday Pop Up Art Market on Saturday, December 13th from 3 to 5pm. You'll have a chance to enjoy seasonal refreshments, meet the artists, and shop...
First Citizen Nominations are Open!! Deadline is Jan. 30, 2026
The First Citizen Committee is asking for nominations for the 2025 Florence First Citizen. First Citizen nominees are people who place service above self, donating their time, expertise, and thoughtful energy to help make our community a wonderful place to live. The...
Mapleton Student Council Announces Annual Holiday Art Show & Market
Mapleton, OR — The Mapleton High School Student Council is excited to present the Holiday Art Show and Market, a two-day celebration of local creativity, student talent, and community connection. The event will run December 14th and 15th from 4:00–7:00 PM in the...
Imagine Your Dream Mapleton, Part 2
Join Mapleton School District for Imagine Your Dream Mapleton: Part 2, Dec. 10 This is your chance to help decide the priorities that will guide Mapleton’s future. At our first workshop, community members shared big dreams—from waterfront improvements to local food...
Holiday events at Serene Abundance Studio Space
Visit Serene Abundance Studio Space at 148 Maple Street in Old Town Florence on Saturday, December 13th for a day of creative inspiration. Featuring a Layered Hearts Expressive Art Workshop from 11am-2pm, followed by a Holiday Pop Up Art Market from 3 to 5pm, with...
Community partnership expands early learning access in Florence
Siuslaw Childcare Friends (SCF) announced the appointment of Jenn Lukashev, a seven-year early childhood education professional in the Florence area, and the owner of Stepping Stones Home Child Care and Preschool, as the community provider for the new Elm Park Early...
Free Lunch Program at Florence United Methodist Church
Yes, there is such a thing as a free lunch. The Florence Methodist church has been providing a free lunch to anyone who wishes to come every Tuesday and Thursday for over 30 years. Come enjoy a fresh-cooked meal in our dining room. Lunch is served from 11:30 to 12:30...
Double Your Donation to the Siuslaw Watershed Council Between October 1 and December 31!
The Siuslaw Watershed Council is kicking off its end-of-the-year fundraising campaign with a Matching Donations challenge to our supporters! Thanks to the generosity of two of our members, any gifts made between October 1 and December 31, 2025 will be automatically...