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...
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The Friends of the Siuslaw Library host Christmas Boutique Book Sale
On Sunday, December 7th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, the Friends of the Siuslaw Library will be hosting a Christmas Boutique Book Sale at the Florence Library Bromley Room. Featured will be giftable books, including fiction, non-fiction, Christmas themed and cookbooks....
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...
Master Gardener Training 2026
Have you ever thought about becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer? Oregon State University Extension Master Gardeners are volunteer educators, neighbors, and on-the-ground researchers who serve their community with solid training in science-based, sustainable gardening...
CoastBusters Walk for Breast Cancer Announces “Comeback Walk” in Memory of Co-Founder Sonia Graham
CoastBusters Walk for Breast Cancer, a local nonprofit supporting breast cancer patients and their families in the coastal communities of Lincoln and Lane Counties, is proud to announce its 2026 “Comeback Walk in Memory of Sonia Graham.” Following the recent...
Equity Program Advisory Board (EPAB)
Do you live in Lane County & are passionate about bridging our local community with the county's equity initiatives? We are recruiting alternate (non-voting) positions: APPLY BY 10/31/25 @ 5 PM Meetings are at least quarterly or more as needed Terms can be 2 , 3...
Free Online Parent Groups Help Families Prepare Young Children for School Success
Eugene, OR — The Oregon Social Learning Center is excited to announce our Fall 2025 KITS At Home parent groups dates. These free, virtual groups are designed for caregivers of children ages 4 to 6 and offer a supportive space to connect, share experiences, and learn...
Help Shape the Future of the Florence Farmers Market!
Love fresh food? Care about community? Florence Farmers Market is looking for new Board and Committee members to help us grow. Board members meet monthly and serve on a committee (about 2–4 hours per month). Committee members pitch in where their interests fit best —...
Emergency Cold Weather Shelter-Florence seeks volunteers
Emergency Cold Weather Shelter – Florence Help Keep Our Neighbors Safe This Winter When temperatures drop, Florence’s Overnight Cold Weather Shelter opens its doors to provide warmth, safety, and dignity to our houseless neighbors. We need volunteers now to prepare...
Got books? Friends of the Siuslaw Public Library welcome book donations
While in the past the Friends solicited books just before our book sales, we now welcome donations all year long to be sold in the book store inside the library, and at our popular Bromley Room sales. Donated books must be clean and in resellable condition – no moldy,...
New Monthly Classes at Serene Abundance Studio
Serene Abundance Studio Space invites you to play around with art all month long! Visit their new location at 148 Maple Street in Old Town Florence for monthly workshops and special offerings, including watercolor pencil, pyrography, expressive painting and more. For...
Mic Drop Club Launches in Eugene to Help Women Build Public Speaking Confidence
EUGENE, OR — July 24, 2025 — A new women’s public speaking club is launching in Eugene with one clear mission: to help more women develop their voices and confidently step up to the mic—whether that’s in a boardroom, a Zoom call, or on a big stage. Mic Drop Club...
2025 Florence Community-wide Garage Sale Returns September 12–14
A Bargain Hunter’s Dream in Oregon’s Coastal Playground Make room in your trunk and bring your best price-haggling, treasure-hunting spirit—Florence’s Community-wide Garage Sale is back September 12–14, 2025, and it’s better than ever! This beloved tradition will once...
Florence receiving tons of positive coverage from travel media
America is reawakening to the fun of “Oregon’s Coastal Playground” Florence — the highly acclaimed destination where coastal beauty meets small-town charm—is again on the national radar for outdoor adventure, romantic getaways, family vacations, arts and culture, and...
Florence child care slots to increase 50% with Elm Park Early Learning Center
Child care access in Florence and the Siuslaw region of West Lane County will increase 50% next year with the completion of the Elm Park Early Learning Center. Developer Chestnut Management has received commitments for 87% of the cost of the center, which is designed...
Local Baker is a Standout Among the Rotary Auction Cake Bakers
Each year, talented bakers in Florence and surrounding areas donate their time and considerable talents to create over 30 custom-designed cakes for Rotary’s annual charity auction. These fabulous cakes often spark bidding wars, and the bakers who make them are...
OSU Extension announces new certified Master Gardener in west Lane County
Oregon State University Extension Service in Lane County announces Jacki Holien as a certified Master Gardener! The Annual Badging and Awards Dinner was held on December 10, welcoming newly certified Master Gardener volunteers, including Holien, a Florence resident....
Siuslaw Vision to publish submitted news on website
You can now publish your news on the Siuslaw Vision website when you use the Submit a Press Release feature. Content will be posted within 1-2 business days. Siuslaw Vision reserves the right to select which submissions we publish on our website. Stories may be edited...



















