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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

4 Announcements - Press Release

1) Christmas Eve Service at Reedsport Foursquare
2) GRANDPARENTS (and other RELATIVES) ROCK (Raising Our Children's Kids)
3) Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum is open during the Holiday Season
4) Christmas Eve Service of Lessons in Carols

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION # 1 of 4   
Christmas Eve Service at Reedsport Foursquare
On Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, Reedsport Foursquare church will be having a special family style song service with communion and a reading of the Christmas story. The service begins at 6:00 PM and lasts just an hour with lots of singing, a story for children and a quiet time of reflection. All area families are invited to come and share in God's presence before opening their presents.
Any questions regarding the service should be directed to the church office at 271-4414.
Reedsport Foursquare Church
2900 Frontage Rd.
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4414
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GRANDPARENTS (and other RELATIVES) ROCK
(Raising Our Children's Kids)
      An ongoing support group for any adult
   who is raising the child of a relative
Grandparents ROCK will meet on Friday, December 20 at 5:30 pm at OCEAN RIDGE RETIREMENT & ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY, 1855 Ocean Blvd to sing Christmas Carols followed by Hot Chocolate and cookies.  EVERYONE IS INVITED .. the more the merrier.
Watch for details of our January meeting when the New Requirements Regarding Grandparent Rights Effective January 1, 2014 will be discussed.  DHS and CWS personnel will answer questions.
For questions or to register for any event, please call Char at 541.297-9256 or email  ckluther@hotmail.com .  Please put ROCK in the subject line.
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WHAT: Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum is open during the Holiday Season
WHEN: Dates: December 20 through January 5; Hours:10 am – 3:30 pm
CLOSED on Christmas Day & New Year's Day
WHERE: 1020 Lighthouse Road, Winchester Bay
CONTACT: 541-271-4631
Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum is open for the Holiday Season and Winter Whale Watch Week.
And to help celebrate the season - EVERYTHING in the Gift Store is On Sale!
From Friday December 20 through Sunday, January 5, the museum is open and the guides are leading Lighthouse Tours.  The Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum is located at 1020 Lighthouse Road in Winchester Bay.
Admission to the Museum is free.
Guided Lighthouse Tours are $5 for Adults, $3 for Seniors & Students; Children age 3-5 are free.
Sign up for Lighthouse Tours at the Museum. Please dress accordingly for Winter Weather.
Winter Whale Watch Week is December 26 through the 31. Volunteers will be at the Spy Hopper platform across from the Umpqua River Lighthouse to help you spot the migrating gray whales. Be sure to bring your binoculars!
For more information on the Umpqua River Lighthouse & Museum
Holiday Hours: Dec 20 - Jan 5; Daily 10 am-3:30 pm
Closed on Christmas Day & New Year's Day
1020 Lighthouse Road, Winchester Bay, OR 97467
541-271-4631
Follow us on Facebook: Umpqua River Light
Find us on YouTube: Umpqua River Lighthouse (an 8th grade Project)
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What: Christmas Eve Service of Lessons in Carols
Where: United Presbyterian Church 2360 Longwood Ave , Reedsport
When: Tuesday December 24, 2013 at 5 pm
Who: All are invited to participate in the celebration. And listen to various readings of The Word, United Presbyterian Church Choir singing, Terry Moore as pianist, Rev. William Stevens Lute music.
Information Contact: 541-271-1515
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There are four places to view community events online:
http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link
www.cityofreedsport.org
www.reedsportcc.org
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