5 announcements - press release

1) Valentine Dinner at ECEC
2) 2015 Artist Challenge
3) Free Caregiver Classes
4) Umpqua Valley Audubon Field trips - February & March
5) Art Academy

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION     #1 of  5  

 

Elkton Community Education Center <butterfly@rconnects.com>
Valentine Dinner at ECEC
Thursday, February 12
6pm     ECEC Library
Live Music by Elkton's Décor'mm
  $12.50 per person
Holiday menu:
                 BBQ Tri-tip    Roasted red potatoes   
         Salad & Vegetables     Bread     Beverage    Special desserts

 

Reservations needed, by Feb 9; call 541 584-2692 or email butterfly@rconnects.com

 

Wear something pink or red to the Valentine's dinner & get a ticket for the door prize drawing!

 

Elkton Community Education Center           
15850 Highway 38W
P.O.Box 684
Elkton OR 97436
541 584-2692 
butterfly@rconnects.com 

 

 Celebrate Valentine's Day at Elkton Community Education Center, on Thursday, February 12 at 6 P.M.  The meal, featuring Tri-tip roast, salad, veggies, and potatoes, will also include special desserts and coffee or punch. Cost for the dinner is $12.50 per person. Returning by request, Elkton's popular music group, Décor'mm , will again be part of the holiday evening.  They perform a variety of music, including big band and romantic ballads.  Valentine's Day is the second themed dinner of the year at ECEC.  Reservations may be made at the ECEC office at 584-2692 or by email at butterfly@rconnects.com, by Monday, Feb. 9. Future events will include an Irish Saint Patrick's Day dinner on March 12 and a Cinco de Mayo dinner on May 5. 

 Dinners are served at the ECEC Community Building at 15850 Highway 38 W in Elkton, with a limit of 60 people for each evening.   All proceeds from the meals support ECEC programs. Dinners will be served at 6 p.m. For information, call the ECEC office at 541 584-2692.  Enjoy a great meal and entertainment with friends and family while supporting a community organization.     
  ECEC is a nonprofit organization founded to provide educational and artistic opportunities to all ages of participants. The center currently has a lending library, meeting facilities, art displays, native plant areas, walking trails, butterfly pavilion and gift and espresso shop.  Community history is spotlighted by the ongoing reconstruction of historic Fort Umpqua.   For information about ECEC or any events, please call 541 584-2692. 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION     #2 of  5  

WHO:              Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance
WHAT:            2015 Artist Challenge
WHEN:           Now – June 12, 2015
WHERE:        Mindpower Gallery
CONTACT:    Theresa Chickering at 541-271-4608
 
CDABA Issues Artists Challenge
 
Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA) is issuing a challenge to all local artists in and around the communities of Reedsport, Gardiner and Winchester Bay. The theme for the 2015 Artist Challenge is "Trees."
 
An Artist Challenge reception will be held on Friday, June 19, 2015, between 5-7 pm, at the Mindpower Gallery, 417 Fir Avenue (Hwy38), Reedsport, OR  97467. CDABA will supply cash prizes for viewers' choice - first $100, second $50, and third $25 and judge's choice - $100.
 
Artists who wish to submit an entry must register his or her piece (limit two entries per artist) on Friday, June 12, 2015, between 10:00 am and 5:30 pm at the Mindpower Gallery. All art mediums are welcome. An entry fee of $5 per piece will be applied.  No early or late registrations will be accepted.  Friday, June 12th will be the day to submit art pieces to be included in the challenge.
 
For a registration form or for more information, contact Theresa Chickering at tjckickering@yahoo.com or (541) 271-4608. This event is sponsored by Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION     #3 of  5  

FREE CAREGIVER CLASSES
Powerful Tools for Caregivers

 

A series of FREE caregiver classes begins on March 4, 2015 and runs for six consecutive Wednesdays through April 8.  Please choose afternoons or evenings and register for only one series.
• afternoons from 3:00 – 4:30     OR
• evenings from 6:00 – 7:30

 

Bay Area Community Health & Education Center, 3950 Sherman, NB (across from Baycrest Village)

 

This class teaches skills to help unpaid caregivers take care of themselves.  Valuable information and personal sharing time benefits anyone who is caring for an older adult --family member, neighbor or friend whether they are living with you, nearby or across the country.

 

Class size is limited and registration is necessary!  For more information, call Char Luther, 541.297.9256 or email ckluther@hotmail.com with Caregiver in subject line.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION     #4 of  5  

UMPQUA VALLEY AUDUBON FIELD TRIPS – FEBRUARY AND MARCH
FIELD TRIP: STEWART PARK WILDLIFE AREA (NEAR FRED MEYER IN ROSEBURG)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015, 0830-1000

 

We will spend an hour and a half along the east side of the two ponds, mostly looking at waterfowl, but other birds will be around as well. I expect 6 or more species of ducks, as well as Pied-billed Grebe, Double-crested Cormorant, and Wilson's Snipe. Western Bluebirds, Dark-eyed Juncos, and Yellow-rumped Warblers are often around. This will be a good time for new birders who are just beginning to learn different species of ducks and other water birds, but all skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. Meet at the south end of the parking lot at 0830. Questions? Contact Matt Hunter 541-670-1984, matthewghunter@gmail.com.

 

FIELD TRIP: MILDRED KANIPE MEMORIAL PARK (NE OF OAKLAND)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2015, 0830-1030

 

There are enough trails and habitats at this park to spend days here, but this will be a short introduction to habitats and birds within a mile of the main parking area. We hope to see Lewis's Woodpeckers, which sometimes winter here, as well as a variety of other regular winter birds. You will likely need boots, or at least hiking shoes, as the trails can sometimes be muddy. After a couple hours birding, you can continue on your own at the park or elsewhere, or follow me for short stops at Plat I Reservoir and Ford's Pond "on the way home." Meet in the main parking area off Elkhead Road (w/caretaker residence and peacocks) at 0830. Questions? Contact Matt Hunter 541-670-1984, matthewghunter@gmail.com.

 

FIELD TRIP: STEWART PARK WILDLIFE AREA (NEAR FRED MEYER IN ROSEBURG)
FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015, 0800-0930

 

We will spend an hour and a half along the east side of the two ponds, mostly looking at waterfowl, but other birds will be around as well. I expect 6 or more species of ducks, as well as Pied-billed Grebe, Double-crested Cormorant, and Wilson's Snipe. Western Bluebirds, Dark-eyed Juncos, and Yellow-rumped Warblers are often around. This will be a good time for new birders who are just beginning to learn different species of ducks and other water birds, but all skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. Meet at the south end of the parking lot at 0800. Questions? Contact Matt Hunter 541-670-1984, matthewghunter@gmail.com.

 

FIELD TRIP: FORD'S POND (WEST OF SUTHERLIN)
FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015, 1000-1200

 

Ford's Pond is one of central Douglas County's premiere birding locations. We will spend a couple hours walking around the east end of the pond looking in the brush for songbirds, on the water for waterbirds, and the skies and trees for raptors. Because of the concentration of waterfowl, Bald Eagles and Peregrine Falcons are sometimes attracted to the area. Bring binoculars, a scope, and a field guide if you have them. Meet at 1000 along the gravel shoulder on the west side of Church Rd. The road around the pond is often muddy, so boots are recommended. Questions? Contact Matt Hunter 541-670-1984, matthewghunter@gmail.com.
 
This event is free and open to the public. 
For more information on Umpqua Valley Audubon Society events, check our website. 
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Questions or comments? E-mail us at info@umpquaaudubon.org.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION     #5 of  5  

 

WHO:              Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance
WHAT:            Art Academy
WHEN:           February through April
WHERE:        Reedsport (Various Locations)
CONTACT:    Theresa Chickering at 541-271-4608
 
CDABA Art Academy -
 
Calling all artists – Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA) is currently making plans for a Spring Art Academy. If you, or someone you know, have an art, craft, or other talent or hobby that you would like to share, please contact Theresa Chickering at tjckickering@yahoo.com to discuss the various ways CDABA can assist you in presenting a class. CDABA can assist with everything from advertising, handling class registrations and assisting in finding a location to host your class. For first timers, CDABA can even provide assistance in how to go about teaching your class.
 
Any subject and medium is eligible for classes. CDABA classes have included quilting, scrapbooking, wreath making, calligraphy, ceramics, baking, painting, felting, business Facebook page, and insurance for art based businesses. Classes can be demonstrations, discussions, or full participation (hands on) classes. Almost any subject in any format is welcome. Student fees for classes are set by the instructor. CDABA is also interested in advertising art classes and art events of others in its schedule. Please contact Theresa Chickering if you want your event listed in the schedule.
 
Classes are currently being scheduled for mid Feb through April. For more information, contact Theresa Chickering at tjckickering@yahoo.com or (541) 271-4608.
 

 

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