News from the Siuslaw Community
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FACC March 5th Meeting Features the Rural Advisory Committee
Florence Area Community Coalition’s March 5, 2025 monthly meeting will feature Lane County’s Rural Advisory Committee which is actively seeking to increase its membership. Kayla Watford, known to many in the area through previous work with United Way and its Live...
OSU Extension Hosted Successful Pruning Workshop in Florence
Lane County Master Gardeners and Oregon State University Extension Service hosted a successful pruning workshop in Florence on February 8, 2025. Twenty-five people braved the cold and rain to attend. “We appreciate everyone who came out on Saturday to learn about...
Just in time for Cupid’s Big Day- See’s Candies at ReStore
Just in time for Cupid’s big day Florence Habitat Restore is selling See's Candies to bring you the sweetest chocolates around – By purchasing these delicious Valentine’s treats, you’re not just making someone’s day special, you’re also helping us build homes and...
Prom of your Dreams
Get ready to sparkle and shine at the Prom of Your Dreams, an unforgettable evening benefiting Florence Habitat for Humanity! Join us on Saturday, February 22, at Three Rivers Casino for a night filled with dancing, photo ops, and so much more! Tickets are on sale now...
Free Pruning Workshop – Fruit Trees, Roses, and Blueberries
Winter is a great time to prune! Come join Oregon State University Extension Service - Lane County Master Gardeners on Saturday, February 8, from 10 a.m. to Noon, at the corner of Rhody Drive and Juniper Street in Florence. This workshop is held outdoors, rain or...
Apply today for the Siuslaw Public Library District Budget Committee
The Siuslaw Public Library District is seeking community members to fill three-year Budget Committee seats. Residents who live in the library district are eligible to apply for the position. Applications are due by 5 p.m. PST on Friday, February 28, 2025. The library...
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...
Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra Presents Chamber Music Concert
The Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra presents a winter chamber music concert. Members of the orchestra and friends will perform light classical and popular music works for small ensembles. There will be two performances: Sunday, January 26, 3 PM at the Presbyterian...
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...
Women’s March / People’s March 2025
We’re celebrating community! Come join us! People’s March Saturday, January 18th at 11am at the Florence United Methodist Church, 333 Kingwood St. In solidarity with the National Women’s March, we are standing together, defending each other and building a resilient...