News from the Siuslaw Community
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Old-fashoined July 4, with games and grand fireworks show in Florence, will be a blast
The Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, proving again that Florence is the family-friendly “Oregon’s Coastal Playground,” has announced this year’s Independence Day celebrations—from a 10:00 a.m. bike parade to pie- and watermelon-eating contests to live music to the...
Essence of Summer Solstice Poetry Open MIC
Serene Abundance Studio Space, located at 148 Maple Street in Old Town Florence, will host the "Essence of Summer Solstice" Poetry Open MIC on Friday, June 27th from 3 to 5pm. Hosted by local author Rod Hatter, and featuring the work of Edith "Edie" Cronk. New readers...
INSPIRE Culinary Camps for Kids & Teens
INSPIRE Culinary Academy, 180 Laurel Street in Florence will be hosting 4 weeks of Summer Culinary Camp in July. The weeks are July 7-10, July 14-17, July 21-24, and July 28-31. Camps are Cooking Fundamentals, Creative Cooking, Baking Fundamentals, and Baking for Joy....
Central Coast Petrified Wood Class with Debbie Anne
Jack Rabbit’s Palace is hosting a Central Coast Petrified Wood class on Wednesday, July 9th, 6-8 PM at their location across from the Human Bean on Highway 101. Students will learn about how to spot petrified wood tumbled from the ocean and how to polish the stones....
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...
“Monstrously Creative” Summer Art Camps Begin June 23 at Oregon Coast School of Art
The Oregon Coast School of Art (OCSA) in Reedsport is excited to offer Monstrously Creative Summer Art Camps for kids entering Kindergarten through 8th grade, starting June 23 and running through August 1. Each week brings a new theme—like Monsters, Winged Creatures,...
Oregon Coast School of Art Celebrates 5 Years with Free Family Fun Event in Gardiner
The Oregon Coast School of Art (OCSA) is excited to celebrate its 5-Year Anniversary with a full day of art-filled, family-friendly fun on Saturday, June 28 from 12 noon to 8 PM at 325 High Street in Gardiner. This free community event is open to all and promises...
Mastering Grants: Siuslaw Vision’s Grant Workshop Empowers Local Individuals and Organizations
Our Siuslaw community is now better equipped to successfully apply for grants, thanks to the success of Mastering Grants: Tips, Tricks & Expert Insights! Over 30 attendees from Florence, Mapleton, and Deadwood representing more than 20 Siuslaw region organizations...
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...
ODOT Receives $30 million to improve safety and livability on OR 126
ODOT Receives $30 million to improve safety and livability on OR 126 Direct link to ODOT news release SALEM – A $30 million federal grant will help make critical safety and infrastructure improvements along a 1.9-mile segment of OR 126 between Huston Road and Lakeside...