Siuslaw Schools UPDATE: Join the community of Florence this Saturday, Feb. 7, 2pm in the Siuslaw High School mall, to learn more about the upcoming School District Improvement Project. You’ll see updated numbers, plans, and exciting features for the community,...
America 250! Planning! As our community and the rest of the country prepare to celebrate America 250, please join us in helping make this special right here in Florence! A planning meeting will be held in the Bromley Room at Siuslaw Public Library on Wednesday,...
The Friends of the Siuslaw Library will be hosting their February Book Sale on Saturday, February 21st (10am to 4pm) and Sunday, February 22nd (10am to 3 pm). at the Siuslaw Public Library, Bromley Room. 1460 9th Street, Florence, Oregon. Books are priced to sell!...
The Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra will present a chamber concert series on Valentine's Day weekend. Members of the OCCO and friends will perform a variety of light classical and popular music for small ensembles. Perfect for your Valentine’s Day plans. Friday,...
Serene Abundance Studio Space at 148 Maple Street in Old Town Florence will host the opening of special exhibition, "The Open Hearts Project" for First Friday, February 6th at 5:00pm. The exhibit, by artist and Expressive Arts Therapist, Heather Rose LeCompte,...
The Department of Environmental Quality is running a Youth Climate Art Contest- please share this with your schools and students. Submissions due by April 22, 2026. Students! Share your passion for art and climate awareness by submitting your original artwork to the...
Attention students, families, and staff! Siuslaw Middle and Elementary Schools are officially participating in the Electronics Recycling Competition to divert e-waste from landfills and keep reusable electronics in our community. From January through April, Siuslaw...
First Step Florence, transitional housing for families, is hosting a fundraiser pancake dinner on February 6 from 4- 7:00pm at the Presbyterian Church at 3996 Hwy 101. Cost is $10 per person, $25 for family of 4, Kids under 4 eat free! In addition to pancakes, the...
Are you a teacher or non-profit professional looking for a chance to increase your skills? Do you want to bring an exciting new program to your students or clients that will require specialized training? The Florence Rotary Club’s Continuing Professional Education...
Please join the Siuslaw Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society for a presentation on Dahlias by Dan Green. Multitalented Green has been an Aerospace Engineer, Construction manager, and started Dan’s Dahlia’s while living in Cornelius, OR. He had to stop when he...
Curt Peters is pleased to announce his photo show at Siuslaw Public Library. This show consists of 35 unreleased images from Curt’s journeys to Costa Rica. Curt has been traveling to and photographing the vibrant heart of Costa Rica's rainforests for over 30 years. He...
Siuslaw High School is hosting a Student Career Fair for ninth through twelfth-grade students on Friday, March 20th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Student participants will have the opportunity to visit booths from vendors, submit an application and/or a resume, and interview...
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...
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...
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...
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, 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...
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...
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 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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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