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3 Announcements - press release

2012-01-25T22:32:00.000-08:00

1) Cultural Funding Opportunity
2) American composers highlighted in orchestra Winter program

3) The Red Cross blood drive

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Cultural Funding Opportunity

The Douglas County Cultural Coalition is accepting grant applications from local art, heritage and humanities organizations or projects. Grants range from $250 to $1,000. Deadline is March 31, 2012. Applications can be requested by email at jcoyne8@yahoo.com or sramseywatson@gmail.com. Or one can be picked up at Douglas County Library branches during their regular business hours.

The Douglas County Cultural Coalition's purpose is to support cultural participation in all forms throughout the county and is funded through the generous support of the Oregon Cultural Trust (OCT). The projects have to be involved with heritage, arts and the humanities. This year the funds received total $13,342 which approximates less than thirteen cents per resident. You can support the Oregon Cultural Trust by selecting a cultural trust license plate and by donating funds to the trust and receiving an income tax credit.

The group is also seeking members to join the board and assist in the coalitions mission of supporting the arts, humanities and heritage.

In the Coastal Douglas area, the fund has supported: Tsalila, Riverfront Rhythms, the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra, Great Afternoons, Coastal Douglas Arts and Business Alliance and the Friends of Umpqua River Light.

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WHAT: American composers highlighted in orchestra Winter program

WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Avenue,
WHEN: Sunday, February 26, at 2 P.M

WHO: Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
Contact: 541-997-6770 WWW.OCCO.WS

The music of American composers will be featured in the Winter program of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO), scheduled for Sunday, February 26, at 2 P.M. The concert will be held at the Pacific Auditorium, located on the campus of the Reedsport Community Charter Schools.
Tickets for this program will go on sale in early February at the Reedsport branch of Umpqua Bank. Available during banking hours, they can be purchased through March 2. These tickets will also be available at the door one hour before concert. Admission price is $10 per person.
Composers such as Aaron Copland, John Corigliano, Percy Grainger, and John Knowles Paine are among those featured in this concert. Premier performances of new works by Florence writers Robin DeVour and Charles Perkins are also to be heard.
For more about OCCO, visit the orchestra's website, WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 if you have further questions.

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The Red Cross has scheduled blood drives at the following locations.
Please call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) to schedule your donation appointment.
(Note the alternate numbers listed for certain drives.)

PLEASE NOTE NEW LOCATIONS FOR COOS BAY AND NORTH BEND COMMUNITY DRIVES

Date Hours Location Phone Numbers

New Location:
Feb 9: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: Red Lion Hotel, 1313 N. Broadway Dr. Coos Bay 1-800-733-2767

New Location:

Feb 16: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: Church of Christ, 2761 Broadway Ave. North Bend 1-800-733-2767

Feb 20: 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. Reedsport Community: Masonic Temple 626 Winchester Ave. 1-800-733-2767

Feb 21: 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Powers Community: Powers Baptist Church 990 1st Ave. 1-541-439-3685

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http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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2 Announcements - press release

2012-01-19T13:44:00.000-08:00

1) Toastmasters - Invitation to participate
2) First Friday to feature Chris Larson

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WHAT: Toastmasters
WHERE: Reedsport Branch Library

395 Winchester Ave
WHEN: 2nd, 3rd, & 4thTuesdays @ 7:15
WHO: Reedsport Coast Toasties
Contact: for more info call 541-404-2848 or Sue at the Reedsport Branch Library 541-271-3500

Are you afraid of speaking up? Do you want to be more comfortable telling a story? Come listen to us practice or practice with us. Tuesday, January 24th, 7:15 p.m. @ the Reedsport Branch Library, Greg Stange will be the speaker and Sue Cousineau will be humorist. All ages are welcome to attend.

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What: First Friday

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

When: Friday, February 3, 2012, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Reedsport Natural Foods store, 1891 Winchester Avenue

(Highway 101), Reedsport, OR

Contact: Tom Taraba 541-319-0089

First Friday to feature Chris Larson

Chris Larson will be next month's featured artist at CDABA's First Friday . . . Art for Everyone. The event will be held at the Reedsport Natural Foods store, 1891 Winchester Avenue (Highway 101), Reedsport, OR on February 3, 2011 between 5 pm and 7 pm.

Chris Larson will display his Scrollsaw Art. Chris grew up the son of a woodcarving cabinet maker, who taught him how to use wood tools. He has always had a love for the different species of wood, their colors and grain patterns. Woodcarving has been Chris' art medium for many years. He has sold his art in shops in Eureka, California and Bend, Oregon.

In the past few years he began looking for something new and inspirational and discovered scrollsaw and fretwork designs and was drawn to their intricacy. Chris enjoys the play of shadows and light and seeing each piece develop into something on the saw table. Chris said "things you can do in this medium are endless." He believes that it is good for everyone to have something creative to do, no matter what skill level. To quote Chris: "In the end you have something you have created with your hands and mind."

This is a FREE EVENT. CDABA sponsors the First Friday art events at different locations. Future dates will be March 2nd (canceled due to St. Patrick's Day fundraiser on Saturday, March 17th), April 6th (Reedsport Natural Food store-RCCS students), May 4th (location TBA), June 1st (Reedsport Natural Food store-Artist Kathleen Olson), July 6th-Rusty Frog, August 3rd (Reedsport Natural Food store Artist-Annie Rains, fabric art dolls), September XX (Winchester Bay Community Center-Art Auction), October 5th (Reedsport Natural Food store-Artist-TBA, November 2nd (location TBA), and December 7th (Anniversary Celebration).

CDABA is also looking for who would like to participate in First Friday events. For more information contact Kathleen Miller at kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com or (541) 271-2101.

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9 Announcements - press release

2012-01-12T00:04:00.000-08:00

1) Board of Directors of the Reedsport / Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
2) CERT Training
3) Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association (OTRMA) Annual Membership Drive
4) Coos County Cultural Coalition offers funding opportunities
5) First Friday Art Walk- 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Contest
6) The junior high student council at Reedsport Community Charter School car wash
7) St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
8) CDABA Annual Meeting
9) NEXT BUNKO BASH

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Congratulations to the 2012 Board of Directors of the Reedsport / Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce!
The ballots were counted today by the nomination committee and everyone on the ballot won their seat. There were a total of 81 ballots, a record for the Chamber. We anticipated the possibility of a write-in campaign for some of the positions but it didn't happen. There were a few (4)write-ins for the executive board seats and a handful of write-ins for board positions but all of the nominees won by a landslide.
I'm very excited about the year ahead and all of the positive things we'll work together to make happen!

President: Nancie Hammond
Vice: Steve Cluck
Secretary: Liz Adamo
Treasurer: Doreen Malone
Past President: Jeff Vander Kley

Levi Allen - Dune Country Realty
Dean Warner - associate
Bobby Del Re - Signs Unlimited
Phyllis Dever - Dockside Vacation Rentals
Bob Del Re - Associate Member
Tom Taraba - Reedsport Natural Foods
Sandra Reese - Lower Umpqua Hospital
Julie Huebner - Fullhart Insurance
Ethel Dibala - Associate
Jenny Emerson - Best Western Motel
Bill Karcher - Coastal Ceramics
Bobbi Unger - Associate Member
Darlene Chapman - Jitterbug n- Java
Debbie McKinney - Associate
Diane Novak - ex-officio representing

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CERT Training

Location: Reedsport Community Center 451 Winchester Ave. Reedsport OR 97467

This is a four-week training on Saturdays.

February 4, 2012 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

February 11, 2012 - 8:30 am to 2:00 pm

February 25, 2012 - 8:30 am to 2:10 pm

March 3, 2012 - 9:30 am to 2:45 pm

Contact: Dan & Connie 541-660-0311 or 541-271-2682

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area, and trains them in basic disaster response skills necessary to keep their family and friends alive and well. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.

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What: Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association (OTRMA) Annual Membership Drive
Where: Old Towne Reedsport
What: Annual Membership Drive
When: January & February 2012

In March of 2008, the Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association (OTRMA) became incorporated with the State of Oregon. Since that time, OTRMA has strived to fulfill it's purpose to promote business in the downtown area by providing resources to enhance the infrastructure, marketability, culture and historical aspects of the local area. One of the ways we have worked to further or mission, is by planting and displaying the Old Town Hanging Flower Baskets each June. More recently, lights will soon be installed in the trees downtown. There are other ideas that have come forth, but the organization needs more members and volunteers for these things to take place. For example, for a couple of years now, there has been interest in organizing a chili cook off and a Christmas Parade, just to mention a few.

Anyone is invited to join if their purpose is to improve the downtown area. OTRMA is accepting Membership Applications for Officers and Board Members and reasonable membership fees do apply. Please call Kathi Wall-Meyer at (541) 271-3044 or email your interest to abcsurvy@peak.org and she will mail a Membership Application to you.

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FROM THE COOS COUNTY CULTURAL COALITION

A REMINDER TO CREATIVE COOS COUNTIANS!
CHECK OUT THE COOS COUNTY CULTURAL COALITION
FOR GRANT AID IN ACCOMPLISHING YOUR PROJECT

The Coos County Cultural Coalition offers funding opportunities to members of the local arts, music, theater, creative writing and poetry, cultural and natural history, and crafts communities. There will be more than $11,000 in funding available for the 2012 grant cycle.

The deadline for grant applications is February 29, 2012. For details, take a look at the Coos County Cultural Coalition website at www.ccculturalcoalition.org. Applications are also available at Coos County Public Libraries. Applications should be mailed to the Grant Review Committee, Coos County Cultural Coalition, P. O. Box 1091, Coos Bay, OR 97420, postmarked no later than February 29, 2012.

Let us help you bring your passion to the public!

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What: First Friday Art Walk- 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Contest
When: Friday, January 13th from 5pm-7pm
Where: Mindpower Gallery 417 Fir Ave. Reedsport

This photo contest is in its third year and is a fundraiser for the Reedsport Branch
Public library. There are 110 photos that have been submitted, so this year's show
will be spectacular. You are all invited to the grand opening of the show on Jan. 13th
from 5pm-7pm. The winners of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place as well as the other 7 pictures
in the top 10 will be announced that evening. The pictures will be displayed at Mindpower
Gallery from January 13th-January 27th, 2012.

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The junior high student council at Reedsport Community Charter School will be holding a car wash at Umpqua Bank on Saturday, January 14th from 10 am-3 pm. All proceeds from the car wash will be donated to Special Olympics and the students will participate in the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics on Feb. 4th in Eugene. The students will also be conducting a can drive on that day with proceeds going to Special Olympics as well. Come out and get your car cleaned and help out a really great organization at the same time!

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WHAT: St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl

WHO: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller – 541-271-2101 / Tamara Szalewski – 541-271-2485

When: Saturday, March 17, 2011

Ready to Put Your Green On?

Save the Date! The 3rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl is scheduled for Saturday, March 17, 2012. CDABA will once again be presenting this popular fundraising event. This year's proceeds will be set aside to assist with the installation of a platform at the Pacific Auditorium to accommodate persons in wheelchairs and their companions and for other community needs.

More information will be released as they are developed---but---get your teams together now and plan your greenest of outfits. This year promises to be yet another exciting adventure in green!

If you can't wait for the details and have questions contact Tamara Szalewski at the Mindpower Gallery (541-271-2485) or Kathleen Miller (541) 271-2101.

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WHAT: CDABA Annual Meeting

WHO: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller - 271-2101

CDABA Annual Meeting – Wednesday, January 18th at 5:30 pm

CDABA's Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 18th at 5:30 pm. at the Mindpower Gallery, 417 Fir Avenue, Reedsport, OR 97467

Plans for this meeting include the announcement of candidates to the Board of Directors (none have been received to date), reports of events held in 2010 and brainstorming for events in 2012. More attention will be given to planning events for 2012---and thinking outside the box as to how some events can be conducted differently and what new events CDABA should consider.

The annual meeting will be a potluck style event and will be held at the Mindpower Gallery starting at 5:30 pm. There's lot to celebrate--so plan now to attend and be a part of this group that is attempting to grow access to the arts in our community.

Also, in order to retain membership in CDABA, each person is required to complete a membership form each January (insurance requirement). Membership forms will be available on the 18th and are available from Tamara at the Mindpower Gallery (you don't have to be in attendance at the Annual Meeting to complete a membership form).

Nominations to the Board of Directors are open and anyone interested in serving on the Board of Directors or on a committee (or simply participate) should contact any current Board Member.

CDABA Board

Kathleen Miller, President

Bill Karcher, Vice President

Tamara Szalewski, Secretary

Kathi Wall-Meyer, Treasurer

Sue Martino, Past President

Tamara Szalewski, Fountain Director

Joe Coyne, Performing Arts Director

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NEXT BUNKO BASH:

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH 6PM AT EAGLES

ALL PROCEEDS GO TO GREAT AFTERNOONS

CONTACT JUDY MACHO <judymacho@charter.net> , DELAINE <dhumphreys@luhonline.com> OR CHRIS MARSH FOR SIGN UP FORMS

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2 Announcements - press release

2011-12-28T23:04:00.000-08:00

1) Christmas Tree Pick Up
2) Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance Annual Meeting

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WHAT: Christmas Tree Pick Up
WHERE: (the name of the location and the address)
WHEN: 12/28 – 12/30
WHO: The Reedsport Track Team
Contact: jwright@reedsport.k12.or.us or 541-662-1043

Reedsport will be hosting the district track meet in 2012. We have been working the past two years to replace the 66 hurdles needed for a track meet. Last year, with the help of the Braves Booster Association, we were able to replace 21 hurdles. The team has done car washes and run concession stands to help with this effort. This year we are offering a Christmas tree removal service to help us reach our goal. Please call or email to set up a time to have members of the track team remove your tree and haul it away. Go Braves!!!!

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WHO: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance
WHEN: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 @ 5:30 pm
CONTACT: Tamara Szalewski - 541-271-2485

Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance, Inc.

Annual Meeting

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

5:30 p.m.

Location: Mindpower Gallery

417 Fir Avenue (Hwy 38)

Reedsport, OR 97467

Time: 5:30 p.m.

The purpose of the meeting is to elect members of the Board of Directors and a slate of officers from the Board. Annual reports will also be presented. Only members of CDABA have a vote, but all interested persons are welcome to attend.

The new Board of Directors will meet in open session as soon as the annual meeting is adjourned.

The 2010 Board of Directors has receive no nominations to the positions. Nominations are still open and all positions are available.

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

Director of Performing Arts

Director of Confluence Fountain

Past President

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2 Announcements - press release

2011-12-21T22:02:00.000-08:00

1) 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition
2) 40th Dune Country Classic Basketball Tournament slated for Dec. 22-23

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What: 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition
When: Turn your pictures in between 11:00 am- 1:00 pm and between 4:00pm - 6:00 pm on Thursday, Jan. 5th
Where: At the Reedsport Branch Library

Hey all you amateur photographers out there! We are having another photography contest to showcase your excellent pictures of the Coastal Douglas area! Minimum photograph size is 8 x 10. Photographs may be submitted up to 11 x 14. All photographs must have a protective matting to exhibit on the wall. 8 x 10 photographs must be matted with an 11 x 14 inch mat and 11 x 14 photos must be matted to 14 x 18 inch mat. No frames will be allowed.

Pictures will be accepted in the following categories: Riverscapes/Waterfalls, Local Events/ Festivals/Concerts/ Recreation/Sports, Elk, Building/Architectural/Lighthouse, Youth 18 and under, Enhanced/Altered/Artistic Creativity, People's Choice (This category will be judged by the public on opening night.

Photos will be on display for a two week time period. The grand opening of the show will be the CDABA First Friday event to be held at Mindpower Gallery on Friday, January 13th, 2012.
Any questions can be directed to Jennifer Tymchuk at 541-271-4670 or 541-662-0337.

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40th Dune Country Classic Basketball Tournament slated for Dec. 22-23

REEDSPORT— The annual Dune Country Classic— Oregon's longest-running invitational high school basketball tournament— returns to Reedsport on Thursday and Friday, December 22 and 23. This year marks the milestone 40th year for the event, the first being held in 1972.

Presented by the Reedsport Braves Boosters, the tournament will feature boys' and girls' varsity teams from Waldport High School, Yoncalla High School, North Douglas High School in Drain, as well as the Reedsport Braves.

Four games will be played each day, with consolation and championship games on Tuesday. Games begin at 2:30 p.m. both days.

The schedule of games is as follows:

Thursday, December 22
2:30pm Girls - Waldport vs. Yoncalla

4:15pm Boys - Waldport vs. Yoncalla

6:00pm Girls - N. Douglas vs. Reedsport

7:45pm Boys - N. Douglas vs. Reedsport

Friday, December 23

2:30pm Girls Consolation

4:15pm Boys Consolation

6:00pm Girls Championship

7:45pm Boys Championship

All games will be played on Butch Thompson Court at Reedsport Community Charter School gymnasium. Admission prices each day are $5 for adults and $3 for seniors/students.

The tournament will also feature a "hot shot" shooting contest for a participant from each team, as well as awards for the champion boys and girls teams, All-Tournament team selections, and Most Valuable Players.

The annual event is a fundraiser for the Braves Boosters, a non-profit organization supporting the athletic programs at Reedsport schools. Boosters' yearly contributions include athletic equipment and facility upkeep. The Boosters also award individual grants to students to help cover participation and physical examination fees, helping to eliminate financial burdens for participation in athletics.

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yourself as a mighty one. Being a force of nature instead of a feverish,
selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world
will not devote itself to making you happy. I am of the opinion that my
life belongs to the whole community, and as long as I live, it is my
privilege to do for it whatever I can. I want to be thoroughly used up when
I die, for the harder I work, the more I live. I rejoice in life for its
own sake. Life is no "brief candle" to me; it is sort of a splendid torch
which I've got to hold up for the moment, and I want to make it burn as
brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations."
- George Bernard Shaw

4 Announcements - press release

2011-12-07T23:06:00.000-08:00

1) Care to Talk About…Your Wallet
2) 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition

3) Surviving your Grief through the Holidays

4) Douglas County Parks on Facebook

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WHAT: Care to Talk About…Your Wallet
WHERE: Lower Umpqua Hospital conference room, lower level, enter through the door marked "receiving"
WHEN Tuesday, December 27, 2011
WHO: sponsored by Lower Umpqua Hospital
Contact: Delaine Humphreys, 271-9700

Lower Umpqua Hospital is hosting a series of free public presentations over various health-related topics entitled "Care to talk about…"
The next to be offered is Care to talk about…Your Wallet on Tuesday, December 27, at 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the LUH conference room with John Chivers, Chief Financial Officer of Lower Umpqua Hospital.
Come and learn about hospital finances, where your tax dollars go, how LUH adjusts to today's changing economy and more. Bring your questions.
The conference room is located on the lower level near the cafeteria. Parking is available in the lower lot. Enter through the door marked "Receiving." Healthy refreshments are provided.
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What: 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition

When: Pictures need to be delivered on Thursday, January 5th, 2012 between the hours of 11am-1pm or 4 pm-6 pm to be considered for this year's competition.

Where: Reedsport Branch Library

Why: Fundraiser for the Library

It is here again! The 3rd annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition that raises funds for the Reedsport Branch Library. 10 photos will be chosen as the best in show and will be added to our picture book of the 50 best photos over the 5 year period of the contest. This year we are accepting photos in the following categories:

1) Riverscape/Waterfall- photo does not contain people directly or as the central focus.

2) Local Events, Festivals, Concerts, Recreation, Sports, Plays, Citizen projects and Activities

3) Elk

4) Building/Architecture/Lighthouse

5) Youth- Age 18 and younger. Your Photos of Coastal Douglas

6) Enhanced/Altered/Artistic Creativity

7) People's Choice (This category will be judged by the public on opening night!)

Look for further information to be released in upcoming weeks giving more detail about the contest. Any questions you have now can be directed to Jennifer Tymchuk at (541) 271-4670 or (541) 662-0337.

Download the forms here:

http://www.spike-jamie.com/ReedsportLibrary/2012-PhotoContestRequirements.pdf

http://www.spike-jamie.com/ReedsportLibrary/2012-Sign-in-Form.pdf

http://www.spike-jamie.com/ReedsportLibrary/2012-Model-Consent-Form.pdf

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What: Surviving your Grief through the Holidays (free workshop)
Where: Family Resource Center, 5 St John's Way, Reedsport, OR
When: Thursday, December 15, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Who: sponsored by Family Resource Center, facilitated by Diana Deregnier
Contact: Family Resource Center 541-271-9700

Holiday festivities, along with the joy and gratitude, remind us of loved ones no longer here to share the treasures
of the season. This workshop will help you decide how to: Honor your lost loved ones; Find your own way of getting through this time of mixed emotions; Treat yourself with compassion and kindness.

A four-week series, Healing in Grief's Garden, will follow in January 2012.

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The Douglas County Parks department has created a Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Douglas-County-Parks-Campgrounds/304362282909158 please like us on Facebook! We have also created a Twitter page, feel free to follow us at: https://twitter.com/#!/douglascountypa; this is a great way to keep up on all the happenings in the Douglas County Parks & Campgrounds; it will also be a great way to find out about any great deals or up coming changes.

Douglas County has some of the best parks in the state of Oregon and we strive to make them enjoyable and safe for you and your family. Please feel free to let us know how we are doing and if there is anything that we could be doing to better serve you.

Katrena A. Garoutte

1036 SE Douglas St. Rm# 116

(T) 541-957-7001 (F) 541-957-2062

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--Stephen King, "Carrie"

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts." --Winston Churchill

5 Announcements - press release

2011-11-30T22:25:00.000-08:00

1) 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition

2) 50th Anniversary Reedsport Holiday Bazaar / Gingerbread House Contest
3) First Friday / Anniversary Celebration / Holiday Wine Sales
4) Severe Weather Spotter Training
5) American Red Cross Blood Drives for December 2011

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What: 3rd Annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition

When: Pictures need to be delivered on Thursday, January 5th, 2012 between the hours of 11am-1pm or 4 pm-6 pm to be considered for this year's competition.

Where: Reedsport Branch Library

Why: Fundraiser for the Library Renovation project

It is here again! The 3rd annual Coastal Douglas Photography Competition that raises funds for the Reedsport Branch Library Renovation project. 10 photos will be chosen as the best in show and will be added to our picture book of the 50 best photos over the 5 year period of the contest. This year we are accepting photos in the following

categories:

1) Riverscape/Waterfall- photo does not contain people directly or as the central focus.

2) Local Events, Festivals, Concerts, Recreation, Sports, Plays, Citizen projects and Activities

3) Elk

4) Building/Architecture/Lighthouse

5) Youth- Age 18 and younger. Your Photos of Coastal Douglas

6) Enhanced/Altered/Artistic Creativity

7) People's Choice (This category will be judged by the public on opening night!)

Look for further information to be released in upcoming weeks giving more detail about the contest. Any questions you have now can be directed to Jennifer Tymchuk at (541) 271-4670 or (541) 662-0337.

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WHAT: 50th Anniversary Reedsport Holiday Bazaar / Gingerbread House Contest / Santa

WHERE: Reedsport Community Bldg. 451 Winchester Ave.

WHEN: Friday Dec. 2, 5 - 9 p.m., all day Saturday 9 - 5

CONTACT: Reedsport / Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce 541-271-3495 or reedsportcc,org

Holiday Bazaar

The 50th annual Holiday Bazaar is being held at the Reedsport Community Bldg. on Friday Dec. 2 and 3. On Friday evening open 5 - 9, and all day Saturday 9 - 5.

Dozens of vendors are bringing one-of-a-kind gift items, including hand knit scarves and hats, handmade soaps, lotions, candles and bath salts, Christmas ornaments and decor, clothing and every kind of jewelry you can imagine.

Gingerbread House Contest

Kids and kids-at-heart are invited to enter a gingerbread masterpiece into the annual Gingerbread Contest sponsored by the Reedsport / Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce. Bring finished Gingerbread houses to the Community Bldg on Saturday morning between 9 and 10.

Contestants are judged by age category, imagination, and skill level. All entries must be completely edible. Houses can be decorated with frosting and candy or whatever ignites your creativity, as long as it can be eaten.

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CDABA Press Release

What: First Friday / Anniversary Celebration / Holiday Wine Sales

When: Friday, December 2, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Reedsport Natural Foods, 1891 Winchester Avenue (Hwy 101)

and Ocean Breeze and Coastal Ceramics, 159 S. 20th

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller (541) 271-2101

Wine Still Available Friday, December 2 5-7 pm

Join CDABA and help celebrate its Anniversary of the First Friday. . . Art for Everyone programsandhelp support CDABA with a purchase of wine from Eola Hills Wine Cellars. Some of the Holiday Wines are still available on Friday on a first come basis.

Eola Hills Holiday Wine Fundraiser

CDABA partnered with Eola Hills Wine Cellars to offer its various holiday wines as a fundraiser for CDABA. The per bottle price for the featured holiday wines will be: Blitzen's Blanc (White) @ $7.00, Vixen's Vino (Chardonnay) @ $9.00, Rudolph's Red (Pinot Noir) @ $12.00, Cupid's Cab @ $12.00, and Donner's Delight (Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc Dessert wine) @ $20.00. CDABA will receive $5.00 per bottle for every bottle ordered through this fundraiser.

First Friday to feature Kyle Mulligan

This First Friday event features Kyle Mulligan, art teacher at Reedsport Community Charter School. Kyle moved to Oregon in 1994. He is currently residing near Drain, OR. He received an Associates of Art at Cañada College in Redwood, CA; Bachelor's of Arts at San Francisco State University; and a Masters of Arts at Pacific University. Kyle works in mostly oils and charcoal. For the last ten years or so he has been painting with an encaustic medium (wax and oil). Kyle also designs and paint signs and murals for businesses and private parties.

Anniversary Celebration!

Yes, that's rightit is time for CDABA's Anniversary Celebration of the First Friday. . .Art for Everyone events. Once you have enjoyed the art of Kyle Mulligan, come join the celebration hosted by Coastal Ceramics and Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts, 159 S. 20th (5-7pm).

Wine Pickup at Anniversary Celebration!

For those of you who pre-ordered your wine, don't forget to pick up your wine on Friday, December 2nd (5-7 pm) at Coastal Ceramics and Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts (see above).

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From: Ryan Sandler [mailto:Ryan.Sandler@noaa.gov]
Sent: Monday, November 28, 2011 2:44 PM
To: _NWS WR MFR Gotomeeting
Subject: Online Spotter Training - Wed. Dec 7th 6-730 pm

We'll be hosting a live online webinar for severe weather spotter training. We encourage you to register and attend this webinar if you'd like to be a weather spotter or just to refresh your training.
The registration link is found at http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/skywarn/Spotter_class_online_120711.php

To learn more about our Skywarn spotter program go to http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/skywarn/index.php
If you have any questions feel free to contact me.

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American Red Cross Blood Drives for December 2011
The Red Cross has scheduled blood drives at the following locations.
Please call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) to schedule your donation appointment.
(Note the alternate numbers listed for certain drives.)

Date Hours Location Phone Numbers
December 1: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica's Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th Street. 1-800-733-2767

December 6: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Bandon Community: Holy Trinity Catholic Church , 355 Oregon Ave. 1-800-733-2767

December 7: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Port Orford Community: St. John's Catholic Church, 1476 Oregon Street. 1-800-733-2767

December 8: 1:00 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-733-2767

December 13: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Coquille Community: 115 N. Birch: Coquille Community Building 1-800-733-2767

December 14: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Myrtle Point Community: Maple School, 413 C Street. 1-800-733-2767

December 15: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica's Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th Street. 1-800-733-2767

December 19: 12:00 6:00 p.m. Reedsport Community: Masonic Temple, 626 Winchester Ave. 1-800-733-2767

December 20: 12:00 5:00 p.m. Powers Community: Powers Baptist Church , 990 1st Ave. (541) 439-3685

December 20: 9:00 2:00 p.m. Bay Area Hospital:1775 Thompson Rd. Coos Bay (541) 269-8445

December 21: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica's Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th Street. 1-800-733-2767

December 22: 1:00 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-733-2767

December 27: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Gold Beach Community: Curry Showcase 29392 Ellensburg Ave. 1-800-233-2767

December 28: 1:00 6:00 p.m. Brookings Community: Brookings Harbor Christian church 777 5th 1-800-233-2767

"Be the kind of person you would like to be with. Some people come into our lives, make footprints on our hearts -- Joseph F. Newton

Moonlight Madness at the Discovery Center

2011-11-29T21:35:00.000-08:00

Christmas in July Spaghetti Feed

2011-11-29T21:30:00.000-08:00

Thurs. Dec. 1 from 4-7pm at the Eagles Lodge. All you can eat - $7 for Adults, $4 for Children under 12. Your dinner admission also includes a raffle ticket for some great prizes. Come enjoy a wonderful dinner for a great cause, before heading out to Moonlight Madness.

6 Announcements - press release

2011-11-24T22:02:00.000-08:00

1) Advent Fellowship
2) Bedrock's 3rd Annual Civil War Canned Food Challenge
3) MOONLIGHT MADNESS
4) Holiday House Party
5) Lions Club Christmas Tree, Wreaths & See's Candy Sales
6) Umpqua Bank sells tickets for orchestra concert

What : Advent Fellowship
Where: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
2160 Elm Avenue, Reedsport
When: December 8th at 7:00PM
This is LWML annual fellowship. All ladies of the community are invited to attend. This year's theme is
Mary's Treasure Box. Join with us in celebrating the beginning of the Advent Season in this meaningful way.

What: Bedrock's 3rd Annual Civil War Canned Food Challenge
Where: Bedrocks Reedsport & Winchester Bay
When: Now through November 26th
Bedrocks Reedsport & Winchester Bay have "kicked off" their third annual "Civil War Canned Food Challenge" to benefit local food pantries that are currently struggling for donations. Between now and November 26th, donations of canned or non-perishable foods can be made at either location and placed in the boxes of your favorite football teams; Beavers or Ducks. For two years in a row, the Duck fan donors have brought in more canned food. In return for every item donated, Bedrocks will give donors a ticket that will go into a drawing for prizes such as local Gift Certificates, College logo'd t- shirts, and hats. Last year's donations were split between the AARP food Bank and Project Blessing.

What: MOONLIGHT MADNESS
When: Thursday, December 1st 12:00pm to 9:00pm

Watch for SPECIAL SALES throughout

Reedsport and Winchester Bay

Umpqua Discovery Center Events

November 29th - 3:00pm - 'REEDSPORT' History Program/Book Signing (open till 6:00pm)
December 1st - Open till 9:00pm - Moonlight Madness - 1/2 price Admission to Exhibits, along with 'Reedsport' book signing from 3-7pm.

What: Holiday House Party
Where: Lower Umpqua Senior Center
When: Saturday Dec. 3, 9:00amto 3:00pm
Nationally known companies will be there to display merchandise and to take orders
Lower Umpqua Hospital Auxiliary
Fran Monroe 541-587-4216

What: Gardiner-Reedsport Lions Club, Christmas Tree, Wreaths &
See's Candy Sales
Once again, the Gardiner-Reedsport Lions Club will be selling Christmas Trees, wreaths and See's Candy for the holidays to raise funds for various community projects. The Lions sales trailer will be in the Price & Pride parking lot in downtown Reedsport and will be open from 12 pm to 6 pm seven days a week starting Saturday, November 26. One hundred percent of the profits from the Christmas tree and candy sales are used for the many Club's projects that assist the community.

The primary mission of the Lions Club International is the preservation of sight. The Gardiner-Reedsport Lions Club provides eye examinations and glasses for thirty local residents yearly. The Lions Club also pays for the screening of all our local elementary students for sight and hearing problems. We collect approximately 500 used eyeglasses each year for cleaning, polishing, calibration and redistribution that give the gift of sight to third world people that have no glasses. The Lions also support many other local charities.

The public is welcome to bring used eyeglasses, cell phones and used hearing aids to the Lions Sales Trailer for recycling during our sales period. They also may be brought to our collection boxes at The Lower Umpqua Hospital, the Umpqua Bank, and the Lower Umpqua Senior Center.

See's Candy makes a great gift to the many people who provided the services that make our life better. Consider a box of chocolates for your barber, hairdresser, postman, paper carrier, house keeper, yard person, etc. It lets them know they are appreciated. We sell See's Candy at a slight discount from the in-store price.

What: Umpqua Bank sells tickets for orchestra concert
Tickets are on sale at the Reedsport branch of Umpqua Bank through Friday December 9 for the Fall, 2011 concert by the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO). Music from Great Britain will be featured in the program scheduled for Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M. at the Pacific Auditorium, located at Reedsport Community Charter Schools,, 2260 Longwood Avenue,.
Both individual and season tickets can be purchased during banking hours at Umpqua Bank. These tickets will also be available at the door one hour before concert time. For the 2011-2012 season, admission will be $10 per person for each concert. Season tickets at a reduced price of $25 for the Fall, Winter and Spring programs, are a cost-saving alternative.
Early Twentieth Century British composers, including Vaughn Williams, Ketelbey, Elgar, Coates and others, are included in this concert. To see the complete program, visit the orchestra's website, WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 for further information.

"I will not eat oysters. I want my food dead not sick, not wounded dead." -- Woody Allen

"Don't settle for the one you can live with, settle for the one you can't live without...because that's the one you've been looking for...True love always finds it's way." -- unknown

7 Announcements - press release

2011-11-16T22:20:00.000-08:00

1) Christmas in July Committee Benefit Spaghetti Feed
2) Holiday Wine by Eola Hills Wine Cellars
3) Pacific Auditorium again site for Orchestra Sunday matinees
4) LUH Bake & and Craft sale
5) DANCE DANCE DANCE @ the Winchester Bay Community Center
6) Umpqua Discovery Center Book Signing
7) Community Thanksgiving Dinner

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What: Christmas in July Committee Benefit Spaghetti Feed

Where: Eagles Lodge

510 Greenwood

When: Thursday, Dec 1, 2011

4 to 7pm

Price: $7.00 adults, $4.00 children under 12

The Christmas in July Committee has organized a benefit spaghetti feed to be held Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011 from 4:00 to 7:00 hosted by the Eagles Lodge at 510 Greenwood, Reedsport. The $7.00 you pay for each meal ($4.00 for children under 12) will go to the 20112 projects of neighbor helping neighbor. This event promises to be fun filled with raffle's taking place every half hour, a Chinese Auction and a live auction at 6:00. Have dinner with us then attend the Moonlight Madness events.

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WHAT: Holiday Wine by Eola Hills Wine Cellars

WHEN: Now through December 2, 2011

WHO: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller - 271-2101

Order Your Holiday Wines Now!

Order Your Holiday Wines Now to assure delivery by Friday, December 2nd. Wednesday, November 23rd is the last date to order your Eola Hills Holiday Wines to be assured delivery on December 2nd.

CDABA partnered with Eola Hills Wine Cellars to offer its various holiday wines at special prices through Coastal Douglas Arts and Business Alliance, a local nonprofit, as part of a fundraiser for CDABA. The per bottle price for the featured holiday wines will be:

Blitzen's Blanc (White) @ $7.00

Vixen's Vino (Chardonnay) @ $9.00

Rudolph's Red (Pinot Noir) @ $12.00

Cupid's Cab @ $12.00

Donner's Delight (Dessert) @ $20.00

These prices represent a discount from the winery's website pricing and best of all -CDABA will receive $5.00 per bottle for every bottle ordered through this fundraiser.

The wine will be delivered and available to be picked up on Friday, December 2nd as a part of CDABA's Anniversary Celebration of its monthly First Friday. . .Art for Everyone events, hosted by Coastal Ceramics and Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts, 159 So. 20th, Reedsport, OR between 5-7 pm.

Although there may be some extra bottles of wine available for purchase --- be sure you get the wine that you really want by placing your order by November 23rd.

If you have any questions or need an order form please contact Kathleen Miller @ kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com.

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WHAT: Pacific Auditorium again site for Orchestra Sunday matinees
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Avenue,
WHEN:   Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M.
WHO: Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
Contact: 541-997-6770   WWW.OCCO.WS

The Pacific Auditorium, located at Reedsport Community Charter Schools, 2260 Longwood Avenue, continues as the location for concerts by the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO), Music from Great Britain will be featured in the Fall, 2011 concert scheduled for Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M.
Both individual and season tickets can be purchased during banking hours at the Reedsport Branch of Umpqua Bank, 1975 Winchester Avenue. During the 2011-2012 season, admission will be $10 per person for each concert. Season tickets at a reduced price of $25 for the Fall, Winter and Spring programs, are a cost-saving alternative. These tickets will also be available at the door one hour before concert time.

Early Twentieth Century British composers, including Vaughn Williams, Ketelbey, Elgar, Coates and others, are included in this concert. To see the complete program, visit the orchestra's website, WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 for further information.

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WHAT: LUH Bake & and Craft sale
WHERE: At the conference room on the lower level of the Hospital
WHEN: Tuesday Nov,22 9;00 Am to 3:00 PM

This year there will be a Used Jewelry table.
Come one and all. Time to get your Homemade Goodies for Thanksgiving,
and Gifts for Christmas.
This is our way of holding fundraiser to purchase needed equipment for the Hospital.
Thank you one and all.

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DANCE DANCE DANCE
Winchester Bay Community Center
Friday night - November 18th.
8pm - 11pm
Wine & Beer and food available for sale
Free Snacks
$5 donation to Center & Philip Boe Memorial Park at the door
Live music by local "Tracer"

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Umpqua Discovery Center

JOIN US FOR A PROGRAM & BOOK SIGNING!

'Reedsport'

Tuesday, November 29th

3:00PM

Extended hours to 6:00pm

Diane Novak, Director
Umpqua Discovery Center
409 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4816

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WHAT: Community Thanksgiving Dinner

WHERE: the Senior Center, 460 Winchester Ave.
WHEN: from 12-2 PM Thanksgiving Day
WHO: Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association
Contact Person: Terry Plotz 271-4414 or 541-662-0095

The Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association would like to remind everyone about the community Thanksgiving Dinner to be held from 12-2 PM Thanksgiving Day at the Senior Center, 460 Winchester Ave. Though the dinner is open to anyone as a time of fellowship, feasting, and fun you are especially invited if you will be alone on Thanksgiving Day or if because of hardship you are unable to enjoy your own Thanksgiving Dinner. Thanks to volunteers from various churches those that are homebound can also have home delivery by calling 271-3928 anytime before Thanksgiving Day. There are also a limited number of rides available to attend the Dinner. These can also be arranged by calling 271-3928.

Pastors Jim Ives of Covenant United Methodist is coordinating the volunteers and preparing the meal. Anyone wishing to volunteer or make donations may contact him at 541-271-3771.

"We must always take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented." -- Elie Wiesel

"An argument is always about what has been made more important than the relationship." -- Hugh Prather

6 Announcements - press release

2011-11-09T23:40:00.000-08:00

1) Music of modern British writers subject of coming concert
2) SIP N STROLL in downtown North Bend
3) Veteran's Day Parade
4) 2012 Grants Available to local arts groups
5) First Friday / Anniversary Celebration / Holiday Wine Sales
6) Rotary Club of Reedsport - GOT TALENT?

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WHAT: Music of modern British writers subject of coming concert
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Avenue,
WHEN: Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M.
WHO: Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
Contact: 541-997-6770 WWW.OCCO.WS

Music from Great Britain will be featured in the Fall, 2011 concert of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO), scheduled for Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M. The orchestra will continue using Pacific Auditorium, located at Reedsport Community Charter Schools,, 2260 Longwood Avenue, as the site for its Reedsport concerts.

Both individual and season tickets can be purchased at the Reedsport Branch of Umpqua Bank, 1975 Winchester Avenue. During the 2011-2012 season, admission will be $10 per person for each concert. Season tickets at a reduced price of $25 for the Fall, Winter and Spring programs, are a cost-saving alternative. These tickets will also be available at the door one hour before concert time.Twentieth Century British composers, including Vaughn Williams, Ketelbey, Elgar, Coates and others, are included in this concert.

Tickets are currently on sale for the Fall, 2011 concert of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO), scheduled for Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M. The orchestra will continue using Pacific Auditorium, located at Reedsport Community Charter Schools, 2260 Longwood Avenue, as the site for its Reedsport concerts.
Both individual and season tickets can be purchased at the Reedsport Branch of Umpqua Bank, 1975 Winchester Avenue. During the 2011-2012 season, admission will be $10 per person for each concert. Season tickets at a reduced price of $25 for the Fall, Winter and Spring programs, are a cost-saving alternative. These tickets will also be available at the door one hour before concert time.

The season opener will feature music from Great Britain, including works by Vaughn Williams, Ketelbey, Elgar, Coates and others. To see the complete program, visit the orchestra's website, WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 for further information.

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WHAT: SIP N STROLL in downtown North Bend
WHERE: starting at Engles Furniture
WHEN: Friday, November 18 from 5:00 7:00pm.
WHO: ORCO Arts
Contact: Suzanne at 541.404.0797

Bring your friends and family to kick off the Holidays with SIP N STROLL in downtown North Bend starting at Engles Furniture Friday, November 18 from 5:00 7:00pm.

While you "Sip N Stroll" know you are supporting community engagement
through "Youth Leading Youth ~ Leadership By Example", sponsored by ORCO Arts. Have fun while helping ORCO Arts provide this dynamic leadership program for local youth.

For more information, call Suzanne at 541.404.0797

"Celebrate!"

OREGON COAST ARTS

PO BOX 112

North Bend, OR 97459

541.404.0797

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WHAT: Veteran's Day Parade

WHERE: Florence, OR
WHEN: Veteran's Day 11-11-11
WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce

The Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce will be Honoring Our Veterans Past, Present, and Future this Veterans Day. Reedsport will be represented in the Florence Veteran's Day Parade with a float sponsored by Signs Unlimited. Veterans representing the different Armed Forces will be riding on the float decorated with flags from the different branches of service, bunting, and signage Honoring our Veterans Past, Present and Future - Reedsport, Oregon. For additional information or if interested in riding on the float Honoring Veterans contact Joe Mirvis, Event Coordinator of the Chamber of Commerce at (541) 361-9080.

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WHAT: 2012 Grants Available to local arts groups
WHEN: deadline for grant applications is February 29, 2012
WHO: Coos County Cultural Coalition

Contact: www.ccculturalcoalition.org

GOT A CREATIVE PROJECT? NEED SOME FUNDING?

CHECK OUT THE COOS COUNTY CULTURAL COALITION

The Coos County Cultural Coalition offers funding opportunities to members of the local arts, music, theater, creative writing and poetry, cultural and natural history, and crafts communities. If you are an individual or non-profit group planning a special project, a topical exhibit reflecting local culture, an educational arts program, an interdisciplinary venture, or some other creative endeavor which incorporates local culture, heritage or history, please consider applying for grant funds. There will be more than $11,000 in funding available for the 2012 grant cycle.

The deadline for grant applications is February 29, 2012. Grant selections will be decided in March and awards will be presented on April 12, 2012. To learn more about grant requirements and to download an application form, take a look at the Coos County Cultural Coalition website at www.ccculturalcoalition.org. Applications are also available at Coos County Public Libraries.

Applications should be mailed to the Grant Review Committee, Coos County Cultural Coalition, P. O. Box 1091, Coos Bay, OR 97420, postmarked no later than February 29, 2012. Let us help you bring your passion to the public!

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What: First Friday / Anniversary Celebration / Holiday Wine Sales

When: Friday, December 2, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Reedsport Natural Foods, 1891 Winchester Avenue (Hwy 101)

and Ocean Breeze and Coastal Ceramics, 159 S. 20th

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller (541) 271-2101

CDABA is very appreciative of the support it receives from the community and is pleased to announce its year-end programs.

First Friday to feature Kyle Mulligan

Anniversary Celebration!

Yes, that's rightit is time for CDABA's Anniversary Celebration of the First Friday. . .Art for Everyone events. Once you have enjoyed the art of Kyle Mulligan, come join the celebration at Coastal Ceramics and Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts, 159 S. 20th (5-7pm).

Eola Hills Holiday Wine Fundraiser

Wine Pickup

CDABA is excited to announce that it has once again partnered with Eola Hills Wine Cellars to offer its various holiday wines at special prices as a fundraiser for CDABA. The per bottle price for the featured holiday wines will be: Blitzen's Blanc (White) @ $7.00, Vixen's Vino (Chardonnay) @ $9.00, Rudolph's Red (Pinot Noir) @ $12.00, Cupid's Cab @ $12.00, and Donner's Delight (Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc Dessert wine) @ $20.00. These prices represent a discount from the winery's website pricing and best of all----CDABA will receive $5.00 per bottle for every bottle ordered through this fundraiser. Order forms should be submitted, with payment, to CDABA by November 28th.

If you have any questions or need an order form please contact Kathleen Miller @ kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com.

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WHO:             Rotary Club of Reedsport
WHEN:           Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m.
WHERE:        Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport
CONTACT:    Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386 or Kathleen Miller at 541-271-2101

GOT TALENT? Tickets Available at the Door!

Tickets for the Rotary Club of Reedsport's community talent show are available at the door and are only $5 per person. The Coastal Douglas Has Talent!talent showwill be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m. at the Pacific Auditorium, located at the Reedsport Community Charter School, Reedsport, OR 97467. Doors open at 5:15, followed by a Name that Tune contest sponsored by the Lower Umpqua Hospital.

Erika Nagamoto, the 2009 Audience Favorite and Judge's Choice will open the show with her Celtic violin. Erika will be followed by all kinds of local talent. Talent acts to be highlighted include dance routines, original music compositions, and more.

The Talent Show is a fundraising event for the Rotary Club of Reedsport and will support its community and service projects. The talent acts start at 6 p.m. at the Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport, Oregon.

"Assumptions are the termites of relationships." -- Henry Winkler

3 Announcements - press release

2011-11-02T23:08:00.000-07:00

1) Fall concert tickets on sale beginning November 7
2) Reedsport School District Health & Wellness Fair

3) REEDSPORT' Photo History Book

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WHAT: Fall concert tickets on sale beginning November 7
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Avenue,
WHEN: Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M.
WHO: Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
Contact: 541-997-6770 WWW.OCCO.WS

The Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) has begun rehearsals for its eleventh season. Pacific Auditorium, located at Reedsport Community Charter Schools, 2260 Longwood Avenue, will be the site for the Fall program on Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M.
Tickets will be on sale beginning November, 7 at the Reedsport Branch of Umpqua Bank, 1975 Winchester Avenue (Hwy. 101).

During the 2011-2012 season, admission will be $10 per person for each concert. Those wishing to buy season tickets at a reduced price of $25 for the Fall, Winter and Spring programs, can purchase them at Umpqua Bank. Individual and season tickets will also be sold at the door one hour before concert time.

The season opener will feature music from Great Britain, including works by Vaughn Williams, Ketelbey, Elgar, Coates and others. To see the complete program, visit the orchestra's website, WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 for further information.

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What: Reedsport School District Health & Wellness Fair

Where: RCCS Cafeteria

When: Saturday, November 19, 2001

12:00-2:00pm

Who: Reedsport School District "HEART" group

Contact: Lynn Fulps 541-662-0212 or Tina Fulps (HEART coordinator) 541-271-9103

Reedsport School District has "HEART" (Healthy Educators are Active, Relaxed, Toned). We are holding our first Health and Wellness Fair to bring to light our path for a healthy, fit lifestyle. We will have numerous demonstrations and vendors there to help give information and options for a new lifestyle. We want to expand our success to the community and local businesses and get people involved as well as informed about health options. It's FREE, so please join us for a fun & healthy afternoon!

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Umpqua Discovery Center

Announces Release Date

REEDSPORT'

Photo History Book

'Available November 17th

*************************************************

PROGRAM / BOOK SIGNING

NOVEMBER 29TH 3:00PM

Proceeds from sales help to support the Center.

PDF flyer attached.

Diane Novak, Director
Umpqua Discovery Center
409 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4816

"He never knew when he was whipped ... so he never was." -- Louis L'Amour

5 Announcements - press release

2011-10-27T00:04:00.000-07:00

1) Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District Annual Meeting
2) Scottsburg Annual Meeting and Potluck
3) 1st Annual Halloween Costume Dance Party
4) Holiday Wine by Eola Hills Wine Cellars
5) GOT TALENT? Tickets Available Now!

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WHAT: Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District Annual Meeting
WHERE: Elkton Community Education Center, 15850 Highway 38 West, Elkton, Oregon
WHEN: Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.
WHO: Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District
Contact: Rhonda Black, Conservation Technician/District Manager

The Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District Annual Meeting is just around the corner and will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2011 from 5:00 7:00 p.m. at the Elkton Community Education Center (ECEC) in Elkton, Oregon. If you would like to learn more about your local Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District please drop by the ECEC for an evening of good food, visiting and some information about the District and District projects. This is also a good chance to meet Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District Directors: King Phelps, George Black, Tom Black, Bob Sharp, Rod Brandon, Lincoln Russell, and Deborah Yates.

This year's guest speaker will be USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) District Conservationist David Chain who will present information on NRCS programs available to District residents and producers. Mr. Chain will also provide a presentation showing project work in our area as well as projects in other areas of Douglas County.

Conservation Technician/District Manager Rhonda Black and Assistant Conservation Technician Laura Smith will give a presentation on conservation district history and projects the Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District has done for local residents.

Assistant Conservation Technician Laura Smith will present information about invasive plants within the District.

Light appetizers prepared by Chef Stone of Stones Bistro and Coffeehouse will be available and Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District Director Lincoln Russell (Mr. Russell is also a Chef) will be preparing a Polynesian Stir-Fry.

Please come join us for a fun evening of delicious food, a chance to visit with good company and some enjoyable presentations about agriculture and conservation projects in our area.

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What:    Scottsburg Annual Meeting and Potluck
Where: Community Hall in Scottsburg
When:   Wednesday, Nov. 2nd, 6:pm
Who:      Scottsburg Community Service Association
Contact: Patty 541-587-4203 Beebe 541-587-4430

The Scottsburg Community Service Association would like to invite you to attend the Annual Meeting and Potluck on Wed, Nov 2nd at 6pm in the Community Hall in Scottsburg. Please bring a main dish, salad or desert, the meat, coffee and punch will be provided. There will be a guest speaker regarding local issues and election of the incumbent officers along with a signup sheet for those who would like to volunteer or are interested in becoming active in their community. We are always looking for those who would like to help or need help. See you there!

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WHAT:          1st Annual Halloween Costume Dance Party
WHERE:       Jitterbug n Java 2211 Winchester Ave. Reedsport
WHEN:         Sunday, Oct. 30th 6:30-9:00pm
Questions: Call (541) 361-6500 or (541) 271-3728

Because this is a first time event put on by a single person with many costs attached, we're asking everyone to either Pre-register at Jitterbug n Java or Hair 101, or you can RSVP at the numbers above because we need a large enough turnout to warrant throwing the event.

We will be having a guest DJ, dancing to 60's, 70's, 80's, and Halloween-themed music, with a costume contest so bring a good pair of dancing shoes and a camera to capture the memories. All sorts of refreshment and goodies will also be available. The admission price is a very reasonable $3 for Adults and $1 for Children aged 12 and under. If you have any songs you would like to hear, bring them along and we'll try and get our DJ to play them. Our plan is to make this an annual event because many people have told us that they must travel outside of town for their seasonal fun. We're hoping to put an end to that hassle by hosting the party here each year. So spread the word!

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WHAT: Holiday Wine by Eola Hills Wine Cellars

WHEN:           Now through December 2, 2011
WHO:              Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)
Contact:          Kathleen Miller - 271-2101

Holiday Wine by Eloa Hills Wine Cellars

CDABA is excited to announce that it has once again partnered with Eola Hills Wine Cellars to offer its various holiday wines at special prices through Coastal Douglas Arts and Business Alliance, a local non-profit, as part of a fundraiser for CDABA. The per bottle price for the featured holiday wines will be: Blitzen's Blanc (White) @ $7.00, Vixen's Vino (Chardonnay) @ $9.00, Rudolph's Red (Pinot Noir) @ $12.00, Cupid's Cab @ $12.00, and Donner's Delight (Dessert) @ $20.00. These prices represent a discount from the winery's website pricing and best of all----CDABA will receive $5.00 per bottle for every bottle ordered through this fundraiser.

Starting next week, obtain an order form at Mindpower Gallery, Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts, Stephen Miller's Office or from any CDABA Member. Order forms should be submitted, with payment, to CDABA by November 28th

If you have any questions or need an order form please contact Kathleen Miller @ kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com.

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WHO:             Rotary Club of Reedsport
WHEN:           Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m.
WHERE:        Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport
CONTACT:    Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386 or Kathleen Miller at 541-271-2101

GOT TALENT? Tickets Available Now!

Tickets for the Rotary Club of Reedsport's community talent show are available now for just $5 per person. The Coastal Douglas Has Talent!talent showwill be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m. at the Pacific Auditorium, located at the Reedsport Community Charter School, Reedsport, OR 97467. Doors open at 5:15, followed by a Name that Tune contest sponsored by the Lower Umpqua Hospital.

Tickets for the community talent show are available at the following locations: KDUN Radio Station, Umpqua Bank, Oregon Federal Community Credit Union, Stephen Miller's Office and Video Wave.

The Talent Show is a fundraising event for the Rotary Club of Reedsport and will support its community and service projects. Admission tickets are also available at the door. The event will be held at 6 p.m. at the Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport, Oregon.

"The only rights we have, when it comes to other people, is to accept them as they are or stay away from them." -- unknown

"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within."
-- Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

4 Announcements - press release

2011-10-19T23:18:00.000-07:00

1) "MOTHER of ALL GARAGE SALES"
2) Kids' Halloween Costume Review
3) Halloween Costume and Karaoke Party

4) CDABA 2 Day Halloween Gala Event

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WHAT: "MOTHER of ALL GARAGE SALES"
WHERE: 1554 Sherman Ave, North Bend
WHEN: Friday, October 21 and Saturday, October 22 from 8 til 3
WHO: The GUILD, an after school program for Coos County youth
Contact: Char Luther 541-297-9256

Don't miss this "MOTHER of ALL GARAGE SALES". across from Ashworth's Market on Friday, October 21 and Saturday, October 22 from 8 til 3, 1554 Sherman Ave, NB (parking next door). Arts/crafts, garden, furniture, collectibles .. something for everyone. Benefits The GUILD, an after school program for Coos County youth.

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WHAT: Kids' Halloween Costume Review
WHERE: Ruppe Field
WHEN:     Friday, October 28 promptly at 6:00pm.
WHO: Braves Boosters
Contact:   Joe Zelinski, Chairperson
                Braves Boosters Association
                admin@bravesboosters.com

REEDSPORT Red Devils from Coquille won't be the only Halloween guests at Ruppe Field on Friday, October 28. Ghosts, goblins, fairies and superheroes will also be among the crowd, as the Braves Boosters present a Kids' Halloween Costume Contest before the Reedsport Braves varsity football game.

Contestants will be paraded in front of the grandstand crowd in four age groups-- infant to 2 years, 2 to 4 years, 5 to 7 years, and 8 to 10 years. All participants will receive a small gift, with the top costume in each age group receiving a larger prize.

Registration for participants begins at 5:30pm, with the grandstand review and judging beginning promptly at 6:00pm.

Families are encouraged to stay and enjoy the Reedsport/Coquille football game afterward. Contestants can get free child/student admission, with a paying adult, by presenting an event flyer at the admission gate. Flyers are available at both Highland Elementary and Reedsport Community Charter School offices, and will be included in Highland school's weekly mailing.

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WHAT: Halloween Costume and Karaoke Party

WHERE: Wells Creek Inn in Scottsburg, OR
WHEN: Saturday Oct. 29th at 8:00 pm
Contact: Mary Wright at 541-587-4480 for questions.

Halloween Costume and Karaoke Party at Wells Creek Inn in Scottsburg, OR

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CDABA 2 Day Halloween Gala Event includes the following line up: Friday Night Dinner 6 pm to 9 pm; Contests: Table Decorating, Costume for Individuals, Couple and Group; Haunted Dessert Auction; Art Auction; Haunted Maze preview; Door Prizes; and No-host Bar. Dance, with live music by "Candy Apple Blue," following the dinner is included for dinner ticket holders. Tickets are $40 per person. Last year the dinner sold out. Will Call tickets are available. Call (541) 271-2485 to reserve yours now.

Not planning on attending the dinner. You can still get into the Halloween Dance featuring the Band, "Candy Apple Blue." Cover charge is $10 for the CDABA Fundraising dance only. Dance the evening away with music from the 70's and 80's in a "spooktacular" setting. Pre-view Saturday night's Haunted Maze. No-host Bar. The CDABA Fall Gala Event will open its doors Friday night for the Dance only attendees at 9 p.m. at the Reedsport Community Building, 451 Winchester Ave. The Dance ends at Midnight.

Saturday night CDABA ends its Fundraising event with a Family Friendly Halloween Haunted Maze at the Reedsport Community Building, 451 Winchester Ave. in Reedsport, open 5 pm to 9 pm. The hours for the Toddler Tunnel are from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. Light Refreshments will be provided as well as Halloween Trick-or-Treat Bags for all kids in attendance. This is a "haunted and spooky, not gory" maze intended for kids 5+ yrs to teens. The Toddler Tunnel is intended for children 5 yrs and under. Entry Cost is $2.00 or 2 cans of food per person at the door. Food will be collected for a Reedsport area food bank. By request, this year the Highland Parent Organization (HPO) will also be on hand to sell hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, snow cones and cotton candy.

For more information please contact: Tamara Szalewski @ (541)271-2485 and on Facebook look up "CDABA Halloween Gala."

Tickets available in Reedsport at the Mindpower Gallery, K-DUNE Radio Station, Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts, as well as CDABA Board Members.

Water Trails of the Umpqua

2011-10-16T16:04:00.000-07:00

Following is an announcement about the next meeting of the Water Trails of the Umpqua. Click on the image to enlarge it.

7 Announcements - press release

2011-10-12T22:31:00.000-07:00

1) 50th Annual Holiday Bazaar - Now Accepting Vendor Applications; 16th Annual Gingerbread House Contest
2) "MOTHER of ALL GARAGE SALES"
3) Orchestra announces new season
4) Deadline to submit Talent Show Application October 17, 2011
5) CDABA Artist Sought for 2012

6) A Home Products Open House to benefit Jan-Hil Christian Preschool

7) Care to Talk AboutYour Lungs

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What: 50th Annual Holiday Bazaar - Now Accepting Vendor Applications

16th Annual Gingerbread House Contest
When: Friday, December 2nd from 5-9 pm and Saturday, December 3rd from 9am to 5pm
Where: Reedsport Community Building, Reedsport, Oregon
Contact: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce (541) 271-3495

Attention Fine Oregon Crafters! Sell your best handmade crafts at the 50th Annual Holiday Bazaar in Reedsport, Oregon December 2-3, 2011.

This event will be held at the Reedsport Community Building, and is sponsored by the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce. Applications are available at the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce office or call (541) 271-3495 and request an application, or download an application from the Chamber's web-site at http://www.reedsportcc.org/pdf/2011_Holiday_Bazaar_Vendor_Application.pdf

The 16th Annual Gingerbread House Contest will be held and judged during the Holiday Bazaar. Prizes will be given for the best Gingerbread House to three age groups: 12 and younger, 13-17 and 18 and older. Houses must be completely edible and delivered to the Reedsport Community Building no later than Saturday, December 3rd, before 10a.m.

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PSA for Benefit Garage Sale

Char Luther

ORGANIZE IT!
Organization and clutter clearing for your home or office.
541-297-9256

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WHAT: Orchestra announces new season
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium in Reedsport
WHEN: Sunday, December 11, 2011 at @ 2:00 pm
WHO: The Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
Contact: website, WWW.OCCO.WS . Or you may call 541-997-6770

The Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) begins a new season with a Fall program of all-British composers. The Pacific Auditorium, at the Reedsport Community Charter Schools, continues as the site for OCCO'S concerts. The Fall program will be on Sunday, December 11 at 2 P.M.

Beginning next month, tickets will be on sale at the Reedsport branch of Umpqua Bank, located on Highway 101 at the South end of town. Admission is $10 per person for each concert. Those wishing to buy season tickets at a reduced price of $25 for the Fall, Winter and Spring programs, can purchase them at the Bank. Individual and season tickets will also be available beginning at 1 P.M. at the door on the afternoon of the concert.

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WHO:              Rotary Club of Reedsport
WHEN:           Deadline to submit Talent Application October 17, 2011
EVENT:          Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m.
WHERE:        Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport
CONTACT:    Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386 or Kathleen Miller at 541-271-2101

GOT TALENT? DEADLINE EXTENDED - APPLY BY October 17, 2011

The deadline to apply to participate in the annual Rotary Club of Reedsport's talent show has been extended to October 17, 2011. The Coastal Douglas Has Talent!talent showwill be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m.

Applications to audition to perform in the talent show are available at the following locations:

KDUN Radio Station, 136 N 7th Street, Reedsport

and

Video Wave, 2211 Winchester Avenue, Reedsport (next to Safeway)

The Talent Show is a fundraising event for the Rotary Club of Reedsport and will support its community and service projects. Admission tickets for the event are $5. The event will be held at 6 p.m. at the Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport, Oregon.

Local sponsorships are also being sought. For more information contact Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386.

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What: CDABA Artist Sought for 2012

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller 541-271-2101 or Tamara Szalewski 541-271-2485

First Friday . . . Art for Everyone is Seeking Artists for 2012

It is hard to believe that the First Friday . . . Art for Everyone events sponsored by Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA) is entering into its third year---but it is!

The popular First Friday events give CDABA an opportunity to partner with local artists and local businesses to showcase an artist's work and to highlight a business. CDABA is seeking suggestions for artists to be featured in 2012. If you are an artist, or know an artist that would like to participate in a two hour reception type event to showcase his or her art, please email Kathleen Miller at kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com and provide a name and contact information.

First Friday events are free. Future First Friday event are: November 4th (Christine Davis, featured artists at LUH Lobby), December 2nd (Kyle Mulligan featured artist at Reedsport Natural Foods and 2nd Anniversary celebration event at Coastal Ceramics/Ocean Breeze). Dates for 2012 are: January 13th (note date change), February 3rd, March 2nd, April 6th, May 4th, June 1st, July 6th, August 3rd, September 7th, October 5th, November 2nd, and December 7th.

Remember to also buy your GALA Halloween Dinner / Dance (Friday, October 28, 2011) ticket now. Tickets are $40 per person and are available at Ocean Breeze Flowers & GIfts and K-dune Radio Station.

CDABA Board

Tamara Szalewski

Tara Szalewski

Kathleen Miller

Bill Karcher

Kathi Wall-Meyer

Sue Martino

Joe Coyne

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WHAT: A Home Products Open House

WHERE: Jan-Hil Christian Preschool at

Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church

2160 Elm, Reedsport

WHEN: Saturday, October 22

10:00 4:00

WHO: Jan-Hil Christian Preschool

Contact: Laurice Hedges

541-271-4991

Please join us at this fundraiser for Jan-Hil Christian Preschool. Representatives from The Pampered Chef (kitchen products), Lia Sophia (jewelry), Stampin' Up (scrapbooking) and PartyLite (candles and home décor) will be there to display, demonstrate and sell their products. A portion of their sales will be donated to Jan-Hil Preschool. A soup and bread lunch will be also be available. Avoid the stress of the malls and do some early Christmas shopping in a relaxed atmosphere and support Jan-Hil Preschool at the same time!

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WHAT: Care to Talk AboutYour Lungs
WHERE: Lower Umpqua Hospital conference room, lower level, enter through the door marked "receiving"
WHEN Tuesday, October 26, 2011
WHO: sponsored by Lower Umpqua Hospital
Contact: Delaine Humphreys, 271-9700

Lower Umpqua Hospital is hosting a series of free public presentations over various health-related topics entitled "Care to talk about"
The next to be offered is Care to talk aboutYour Lungs on Tuesday, October 26, at 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the LUH conference room with the Matt Bolin, Director, Lower Umpqua Hospital's Respiratory Therapy department.

If you or someone you care about has respiratory problems, COPD, or lung disease, this program is for you.
The conference room is located on the lower level near the cafeteria. Parking is available in the lower lot. Enter through the door marked "Receiving." Healthy refreshments are provided.

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http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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6 Announcements - press release

2011-10-05T21:27:00.000-07:00

1) Lakeside Senior Center Fall Bazaar
2) Scottsburg Community Bake Sale
3) Dunes Art Club Open house

4) Coordinated Care Organizations Community Meeting

5) CDABA GALA - Halloween Fundraiser
6) South Coast Folk Society Activities

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #1 of 6 What: Lakeside Senior Center Fall Bazaar
Where: 915 North Lake Rd behind the library
When: Saturday, October 15, 9 Am to 5 Pm

Contact Kathy Gould at 541-580-5206 for information on donations of rummage and if you are interested in having a craft table contact Madeline Gonsalves at 541-759-1019. There will be craft tables, rummage sale, homemade baked goods, food with deli bar and drinks and lots of fun with friends. Please come and join us. We look forward to seeing you.

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What:       Scottsburg Community Bake Sale
Where:     At Bob's Market on highway 38, just east of Scottsburg
When:      Saturday, October 8th starting at 9am
Who:        Scottsburg Community Service Association is sponsoring this event
                   and1/2 of the proceeds go to the Volunteer Fire Department
Contact:   For further information please call Patty at 541-587-4203

The Scottsburg Community Service Association has functioned for many years
helping out members of our community when times get tough with food, clothing,
funds or what ever is needed. Among the many fund raisers are two bake sales,
which receive a great response not only from the people who buy and enjoy the bake
goods but also from the members of the community that provide the goodies. There
are always lots of homemade pies, cakes and cookies. Come join in on the fun, help
support your community and enjoy the yummies.

Don't forget Bingo on the second Saturday of each month at the hall, 6:30 sharp
(another fund raiser with half the funds going to the Volunteer Fire Dept).

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What: Dunes Art Club Open house
Where: Senior Center, 450 Winchester, Reedsport

When:      Monday, October 17th, 10am
Who:        Dunes Art Club of Reedsport
Contact:   President Beebe Slater 541-587-4430

If you are interested in art and like being around people who love to paint, then you will enjoy our open house. Our club represents a cross section of artists; painting at different levels of experience and in different mediums (watercolor, acrylic, oil, etc).

We meet every Monday to paint and help each other work out the many problems involved in producing a painting to be proud of. We are always interested in new members and would love to have you come to see what we are all about. Refreshments will be served.

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What: Coordinated Care Organizations Community Meeting
When: Wed, October 5, 6pm 8pm
Where: The Florence Events Center
715 Quince Street Florence, OR 97439 ( map)

A new vision for the Oregon Health Plan
The Oregon Health Policy Board and Oregon Health Authority invites you to come learn more about CCOs and local innovations near you that help point the way. Please bring your ideas about how CCOs could work best in your community. Your input will be given to the Oregon Health Policy Board members to be used as they develop the final proposal for CCOs.

Get involved!
Below is the calendar of meetings. If you have questions or need special accommodations for assistive hearing devices, sign language interpreters or large-print materials, please contact Ari Ettinger at the Oregon Health Authority at ari.a.ettinger@state.or.us or call 503-947-2340 or 877-398-9238 at least 48 hours before the meeting.

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What: CDABA GALA - Halloween Fundraiser

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller 541-271-2101 or Tamara Szalewski 541-271-2485

Ticket Outlets for CDABA's Halloween GALA Dinner / Dance

There are two new ticket outlets for this year's Halloween GALA dinner / dance. In addition to the Mindpower Gallery, tickets may be purchased at the following locations:

Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts

159 S 20th, Reedsport, OR 97467

(541) 271-3000

And

K-dune 1030 AM Radio

136 N 7th, Reedsport, OR 97467

(541) 271-5386

Limited Seating -- Get your tickets now. Tickets are $40 for the dinner/dance. You can also reserve your tickets by calling the Mindpower Gallery at (541) 271-2485. This year seats will be assigned, so if you want to be sure to be seated with friends call the Mindpower Gallery to make arrangements. Keep in mind that tables seat eight.

It's not too late to become a Sponsor for the event. There are many ways to sponsor the eventmake a donation (after all it is a fundraising event), donate art for the auction, donate a door prize, or become a volunteer. Call a CDABA Board member for more information.

CDABA Board

Tamara Szalewski

Tara Szalewski

Kathleen Miller

Bill Karcher

Kathi Wall-Meyer

Sue Martino

Joe Coyne

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South Coast Folk Society sponsors several folk music-related activities each month. Here is information about our October events:

Sing-along
The monthly sing-along is held every 2nd Sunday of the month; people of all ages and vocal abilities are welcome. This month, the sing-along will be held on October 9th from 4:00 until 6:00 pm at 2100 Union St. in North Bend (the church behind Little Theater on the Bay). Our "Rise Up Singing" songbooks have many kinds of songs. You are sure to find songs that you know, or you can bring a song to share. Acoustic instruments are welcome. Here's a YouTube video of one of my favorite songs that was shared at the September sing-along: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_2lGkEU4Xs

International folk dance
SCFS holds an International folk dance on the second Friday of each month from September through May. The next one will be October 14th. Join us at 7:00 pm at Greenacres Grange to learn new dances and review dances we have done before. Admission is $4 or $3 for SCFS members. Most dances are line or circle dances, no partners are needed. No experience is needed, either.

Sharon Cawley, our folk dance coordinator, is looking for volunteers who could teach dances on Oct 14, Nov 11, and Dec 9. You could teach either a dance that hasn't been taught before or a repeat. It would be ideal to have dances for beginners, some for intermediates, and one or two for the twinkle toes. Would you be willing? Please let Sharon know what dance(s) you'd like to do. She can be reached at sharoncawley@hotmail.com or at 541-888-1129. Among other dances, this month we will learn an exuberant Israeli dance called Machar.

Contra dance
Our contra dances are held on the third Saturday of the month at Greenacres Grange. THIS MONTH, the contra dance happens on October 15th, the SAME WEEKEND as the 2nd Friday folk dance! How often can you have such an action-packed weekend of dancing? And you know what they say about dancing frequently, don't you!? http://socialdance.stanford.edu/syllabi/smarter.htm

The contra dance runs from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. General admission is $7; seniors (over 60) and full time students with student ID get in for $6. SCFS members pay $5. This month's dance (October 15) will feature music by The Eugene Barnstormers; our caller will be Ron Bell-Roemer of Bend. This is an alcohol, smoke, and fragrance-free event. All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary, no partner is needed (this dance encourages mingling). If you can walk, you can contra dance!

Hosts are needed!
We bring in some awesome talent for our contra dances. For me, it has been a truly gratifying experience to provide overnight lodging to our visiting bands and callers over the years. SCFS would like to broaden our base of hosts. If this is a way that you could become more involved with South Coast Folk Society, contact Karen Olsen, our Housing Coordinator at karenpub@gmail.com. Getting to know the wonderful and talented people who travel from distant places to perform at our dance has been a real joy to us. I encourage you to share in the fun of hosting.

Open band
For the Dec 3 contra dance, we will feature an open band -- meaning, anyone who is interested in performing can be a part of the band. There will be a couple of rehearsals prior to the dance, so let me know if you are interested in playing so you will be informed about the rehearsals. In the meantime, I'm attaching the sheet music for the tune sets we'll use for that dance. A practice CD is also available. Reply to this email if you would like to arrange to get one.

Thank you for your involvement with folk music on the south coast. For more information, visit our website http://southcoastfolksociety.wordpress.com/ or be our friend on Facebook!
Hope to see you on a dance floor or in a song circle SOON!

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http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link
http://reedsportonline.com/
www.cityofreedsport.org

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4 Announcements - press release

2011-09-28T23:27:00.000-07:00

1) American Red Cross Blood Drives for October 2011

2) CDABA First Friday

3) Dial a Ride needs drivers

4) CDABA - Halloween Fundraiser

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #1 of 4

WHAT: American Red Cross Blood Drives for October 2011

WHO: American Red Cross
Contact: 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543)

The Red Cross has scheduled blood drives at the following locations.
Please call 1-800-Red Cross (1-800-733-2767) to schedule your donation
appointment.
(Note the alternate numbers listed for certain drives.)

Date Hours Location
Phone Numbers

October 4: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Bandon Community: Holy Trinity Catholic
Church , 355 Oregon Ave. 1-800-448-3543

October 5: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Port Orford Community: St. John's
Catholic Church, 1476 Oregon Street. 1-800-448-3543

October 6: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park
Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-448-3543

October 11: 1:00 - 6;00 p.m. Coquille Community: 115 N. Birch: Coquille
Community Building 1-800-448-3543

October 12: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Myrtle Point Community: Maple School, 413 C
Street. 1-800-448-3543

October 13: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica's Catholic
Church, 357 S. 6th Street. 1-800-448-3543

October 17: 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. Reedsport Community: Masonic Temple, 626
Winchester Ave. 1-800-448-3543

October 18: 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. Powers Community: Powers Baptist Church ,
990 1st Ave. (541) 439-3685

October 19: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica's Catholic
Church, 357 S. 6th Street. 1-800-448-3543

October 20: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park
Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-448-3543

October 25: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Gold Beach Community: Curry Showcase 29392
Ellensburg Ave. 1-800-448-3543

October 26: 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Brookings Community: Brookings Harbor
Christian church 777 5th 1-800-448-3543

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #2 of 4

What: First Friday

When: Friday, October 7, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Reedsport Natural Foods, 1891 Winchester Avenue (Hwy 101)

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Tom Taraba (541) 319-0089 or Kathleen Miller (541) 271-2101

Memorial Show to feature paintings of Jack Adams

Jack Adams was born June 25, 1932, and raised in Winnipeg, Canada. He
attended Northern Vocational Art School and the Ontario College of Art.

He worked for 32 years in the municipal government park and recreation
department in Toronto, Canada. He moved to North Bend in 1988. He was very
active, even served as President, in the Oregon Dahlia Society and was an
international dahlia judge.

He moved to Reedsport in 2004 where he joined the Dunes Art Club and painted
mostly landscapes in acrylic. Jack passed on August 8, 2010 and is missed
very much.

CDABA and the Reedsport Natural Foods store, 1891 Winchester Avenue (Hwy
101), Reedsport, OR invite you to drop in and appreciate the paintings of
Jack Adams as presented by the local Dunes Art Club.

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #3 of 4

To: All City Volunteers
From: City of Reedsport
Re: Dial a Ride

Contact: Deanna Schafer

Office line (541) 271-3603

I am writing this appealing to the City of Reedsport
Volunteers for help. The Dial a Ride program is in danger of being cut back
to just a few days a week due to the lack of volunteer drivers. In order for
the program to run seamlessly I need to have at least six volunteers.
Ideally 8-10 would work even better and then the shifts could be shorter.
Due to a rash of illnesses and other things, I am down to just two regular
drivers and two backup drivers.

Typically the program runs from 9:00am to 4:00pm but on most days 3:00pm is
the latest ride. These rides vary anywhere from doctors visits to a ride to
work and cover a 5 (approximately) mile radius. The program is primarily
focused for Senior and disabled patrons but public is welcome if there is
room. The van is a wheelchair accessible van and we do have one regular
wheelchair rider who goes from Aiden at LUH to Winchester Bay twice a week
to visit his wife at the Harmony House.

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #4 of 4

What: CDABA - Halloween Fundraiser

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller 541-271-2101 or Tamara Szalewski 541-271-2485

CDABA Seeks Donation of Art for its Halloween Dinner / Dance

As a part of its Halloween Dinner / Dance Fundraiser, CDABA is seeking
donations of art. All kinds of art are being sought-- whether it is an
original, new piece of art or a piece of art that is looking for a new home.
The art can be any type of art, paintings, drawings, sculptures,
printmaking, photography, jewelry, etc. As the Halloween Gala event is
CDABA's annual fundraising event, plans are being made to include an art
auction (both oral and silent). Halloweenish, Spooky, or Haunting art would
be particularly fun-let your creative juices flow!

The Halloween Gala event this year will include a dinner (6-9 pm) on Friday,
October 28th, followed by music by 'Candy Apple Blue' (9 pm to midnight).
Back by popular demand this year will be the Table Decorating Contest and
the Costume Contests - even though costumes are optional, voting for your
favorite will be easier. Also back by popular demand will be the no host
full bar---presented by Tide's Inn. Tickets for the dinner / dance are $40.
Separate entry at 9 pm is available for just $10 at the door. Tickets are
available at the Mindpower Gallery, 417 Fir Avenue, Reedsport, OR 97467.

Anyone interested in donating a piece of art should contact Tamara Szalewski
at the Mindpower Gallery (271-2485) or Kathleen Miller at Steve Miller's
office (271-2101) to make arrangements for the donation.

The proceeds from the sales of the art pieces will go to benefit the various
community projects CDABA sponsors, including the First Friday . . . Art for
Everyone events and the Confluence Fountain. CDABA is a local nonprofit and
donations to CDABA are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law and every
donor should consult with his or her tax accountant.

SAVE the date: Gala Event - Halloween Weekend, October 28-29-30, 2011.
CDABA's annual fundraiser event. Start creating your costumes and gathering
your teams! If you are interested in volunteering call Tamara Szalewski at
541-271-2485.

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http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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4 Announcements - press release

2011-09-14T23:14:00.000-07:00

1) OSU Forage Production & Pasture Management Workshop
2) Halloween Gala Event
3) 28th annual Coast Conference
4) Deadline to submit Talent Application October 7, 2011

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #`1 of 4

WHAT: OSU Forage Production & Pasture Management Workshop
WHERE: Marina Activity Center at Salmon Harbor, 263 Marina Way, Winchester Bay
WHEN: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
WHO: Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District
Contact: OSU Extension Regional Livestock Forages Specialist Shelby Filley, (541) 672-4461 or by email at shelby.filley@oregonstate.edu

Please come join us on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Marina Activity Center in Winchester Bay at Salmon Harbor for the OSU Forage Production & Pasture Management Workshop hosted by the Umpqua Soil & Water Conservation District.

OSU Extension Regional Livestock Forages Specialist Shelby Filley will be presenting information on soil fertility, proper fertilization of pastures and hay land, soil sampling and testing, forage management, pasture grazing, hay harvesting, potential and current yield, plant identification and growth, livestock behavior and controlled grazing. If you want to improve pastures for your cattle, sheep, horses, or other livestock, or improve hay production, you don't want to miss this class. Composting will also be discussed.

Cost for the class is $10 and pre-registration is encouraged. For more details or to register, call (541) 672-4461 or contact Shelby by email at shelby.filley@oregonstate.edu.

Please come join us for a wonderful evening!
Refreshments will be provided.
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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #`2 of 4

Who: CDABA
What: Halloween Gala Event
When: Friday, Oct. 28th 2011 @ 6 p.m. 'til midnight
Where: Reedsport Community Building, 451 Winchester Ave. Reedsport, Or.

This year's Halloween Weekend in Reedsport promises to be a spook-tacular event! Save the date on your calendars now for an evening of haunted fun!

Planners are organizing a web of activities starting with a dinner and live dance on Friday night and a family friendly haunted maze Saturday night. Time to gather friends and start planning costumes for the nights competitions. Keep a look out for updates on activities over the next few weeks! Planning meetings take place every Tuesday night at 6:15 p.m. at the Mindpower Gallery. Please call Tamara, at (541) 271-2485 for more information.

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #`3 of 4

WHAT: 28th annual Coast Conference
WHERE: Newport's Performing Arts Center
WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 17 beginning at 9 a.m.
WHO: Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition
Contact: Pat Wolter, (503) 647-2012; pcwolter@comcast.net.

THIS YEAR'S COAST CONFERENCE FEATURES RANGE OF ACTIVITIES

Coastal science and conservation, plus a special cruise, tour and celebratory bonfire, will all be part of the 28th annual Coast Conference, taking place on Saturday, Sept. 17, in Newport.

The conference, for the entire coastal region, draws Oregonians from throughout the state who love the coast and want to learn more about its natural history and current issues. It is sponsored by the non-profit Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition, which is also celebrating its 40th anniversary as an advocate for coastal conservation.

Registration is now open on the group's website, http://oregonshores.org/. Registration on the day of the conference begins at Newport's Performing Arts Center at 9 a.m.

The conference kicks off with a 10 a.m. tour of the new Yaquina Bay facilities of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The tour is free, but pre-registration is required.

The main portion of the conference begins at 11 a.m. in the Performing Arts Center (777 W. Olive St. in Newport). The morning portion will include the Oregon Shores general members' meeting, and an historical overview of the group's 40-year-long efforts to preserve the coastal environment. A buffet lunch in the PAC's lobby will be catered by Local Ocean, a Newport business which supports a local, sustainable fishing industry.

Afternoon speakers begin at 1:15 p.m. Two of the key presentations concern climate change and how it may affect Oregon's coastal region.

Oregon Shores board member Al Solomon, a recently retired global change ecologist, will speak on "Climate Change and Its Impacts on Coastal Oregon." Solomon, a Charleston resident whose last posting was as head of the U.S. Forest Service's climate research team in Washington, D.C., will explain the current state of scientific knowledge of climate change and survey the projected effects on Oregon's coast.

Steve Adams, managing director of the Climate Leadership Initiative, associated with Willamette University, will discuss "Preparing for Climate Change on the Oregon Coast: Insights for Local Climate Adaptation from Initiatives Around the Country." Adams has more than 15 years of public policy experience in climate change, energy, environment and natural resource management issues. He most recently served in the administration of Florida Governor Charlie Crist, where he directed energy and global climate change policy development and managed the staff of the state's Energy and Climate Commission and the Governor's Action Team on Energy and Climate Change.

Also speaking will be Oregon State University historian William Robbins. His talk, "Industrializing Oregon's Coastal Watersheds: The Consequences of Hubris," will explore the ways in which civilization has changed the coastal landscape over the past two centuries. Robbins, author of Landscapes of Promise: The Oregon Story, 1800-1940, and Landscapes of Conflict: The Oregon Story, 1940-2000, has studied the interaction between human beings and our region's environment during a long and distinguished career.

Finally, geologist George Priest of the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries will address the question, "The March 2011 Tsunami: Could It Happen Here?" Priest will describe the recent Japanese earthquake and the impacts we might see in Oregon if a comparable event took place here.

The conference will also feature a 5:30 p.m. dinner cruise of Yaquina Bay with Marine Discovery Tours. Participants will learn about estuarine ecology from the on-board naturalist and gain insights into how climate change may affect the bay, all while enjoying food and drink.

Festivities will wind up with a bonfire at 7 p.m. in Nye Beach. Featured will be the old-time Americana band "Hot Milk." This event is free, although pre-registration is requested.

Cost of the conference is $25 for members, $35 for non-members; lunch is an additional $15. The cruise, a fund-raiser for Oregon Shores, is $75 for members, $100 for non-members (including membership).

For more information about the conference, or to register offline, contact Pat Wolter, (503) 647-2012; pcwolter@comcast.net.

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #`4 of 4

WHO:              Rotary Club of Reedsport
WHEN:           Deadline to submit Talent Application October 7, 2011
EVENT:          Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m.
WHERE:        Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport
CONTACT:    Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386 or Kathleen Miller at 541-271-2101

GOT TALENT? DEADLINE TO APPLY October 7, 2011

The deadline to apply to participate in the annual Rotary Club of Reedsport's talent show is October 7, 2011. The Coastal Douglas Has Talent!talent showwill be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m. Winners are selected by audience vote. Cash prizes awarded.

Applications to audition to perform in the talent show are available at the KDUN Radio Station, 136 N 7th Street, Reedsport, OR or the office of Steve Miller, Attorney, 320 Fir Avenue (Hwy38), Reedsport, OR. All types of talent are eligible to audition. The event is open to both adults and children. Applications must be received by October 7th and can submitted to KDUN or Miller's office.

Local sponsorships are also being sought. For more information contact Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386 or Kathleen Miller at 541-271-2101.

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There are three places to view community events online:

http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link

http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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I send the announcement out once a week - Wednesday evening - to meet press deadlines. It's to your benefit to send the information out at least two weeks prior to your event.

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"Don't forget that I cannot see myself -- that my role is limited to being the one who looks in the mirror." -- Jacques Rigaut

"Birds sing after a storm. Why shouldn't people feel as free to delight in whatever sunlight remains to them?" -- Rose Kennedy

8 Announcements - press release

2011-09-07T22:11:00.000-07:00

1) Welcome The Arrival of the Cyclists
2) Music on the Main Stage and Beer and Wine Garden
3) Dick Williams in Reedsport September 10-11
4) LUMA Churches to hold '9/11 Concert of Prayer'
5) ENROLL NOW for CAREGIVER CLASSES
6) Fire Department Open House
7) Night Tours at the Umpqua River Lighthouse
8) 'UMPQUA RIVER BRIDGE 75TH ANNIVERSARY'

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #1 of 8

WHO: Cycle Oregon - Reedsport
WHAT: Welcome The Arrival of the Cyclists
WHEN: September 12, 2011 from 2:00pm - 4:30pm
WHERE: 22nd Street, Reedsport Baseball Field and High School Area

Well with very few days before Cycle Oregon arrives, the plans and festivities are all set. All the activities will take place on Monday, September 12th

With luck the entire community will line the finish line at 22nd Street and #101 to WELCOME those 2,200 riders for their arduous journey over the river and through the woods from Cottage Grove. From 2:00pm to 4:30 or so things will be popping at the finish line. Come join with the 4-Hers, the Braves cheerleaders, several youth groups, some old car enthusiasts, B Sharp and many others with balloons, tambourines and cheering for the 92 mile trek.

To assist those cyclists with some energy to spare there will be two transportation arrangements. The Shuttle will carry them from Barrone Park to the Food Tent and the Van will have two routes: one will leave from the school and go to the Umpqua River Lighthouse where full moon tours for $5.00 will be underway as well as free visits to the museum. The Second Route will be from the school to the Discovery Center Museum, with two additional stops: the first near McDonalds on Highway #101 and the second in Old Towne near the PUD building. Many of the businesses in those areas will be staying opening longer and offering "evening specials".

There will also be a Vendor's Fair in the area of 22nd Street with a few of the local business setting up a table or two showing their wares.

There are many other activities that will keep the community members very busy but it will be serving the cyclists with food and hospitality services.

For more information call Robin Dollar at 541-271-3495

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #2 of 8

WHO: Cycle Oregon - Reedsport
WHAT: Music on the Main Stage and Beer and Wine Garden
WHEN: September 12, 2011 from 4:00 - 9:30pm
WHERE: 22nd Street, Reedsport Baseball Field and High School Area

Starting at 4:00pm (till 6:30) there will be free music on the Main Stage (baseball field) with PBA and the Hot Flashes followed at 8:00 by Paul Biondi and Peter Giri and Friends. By 9:30pm the music is over so the riders can sleep well prior to their 5:30am (at the earliest) cycle toward Bandon. The music is open to all as is their Beer and Wine Garden adjacent to the music.

There are many other activities that will keep the community members very busy but it will be serving the cyclists with food and hospitality services.

For more information call Robin Dollar at 541-271-3495

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #3 of 8

WHAT: Dick Williams in Reedsport September 10-11
WHERE: Reedsport Foursquare Church, 2900 Frontage Rd
WHEN: Saturday, September 10 at 6:30 PM and Sunday, September 11 during the 10:00 am service
Contact: 541-271-4414

Dick Williams, composer, recording artist and Bible teacher will be speaking at Reedsport Foursquare Church Saturday, September 10 at 6:30 PM and Sunday, September 11 during the 10:00 am service. Williams has ministered in many local churches over the years bringing the simple truths of God's word into everyday life through his music and teaching. His public ministry has spanned over 30 years and seven different countries. God has gifted him with a powerful but gentle prophetic word for those he has opportunity to minister to. He is a genuine troubadour of the Gospel.

For more information contact Reedsport Foursquare Church at 271-4414. The church is located at 2900 Frontage Rd.

Reedsport Foursquare Church
2900 Frontage Rd.
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4414
Pastor Terry Plotz

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #4 of 8

WHAT: LUMA Churches to hold '9/11 Concert of Prayer'
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium
WHEN:    Sunday September 11 6:30 PM
WHO: LUMA (Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association)
Contact Person: Terry Plotz 541-271-4414 or 541-662-0095

The community is invited to join the LUMA churches of Reedsport in a special 'Concert of Prayer' Sunday September 11, in remembrance of those who lost their lives 10 years ago in the 9/11 attack. The mixture of prayer and music will begin at 6:30 PM at Pacific Auditorium. Folks will have an opportunity to share, "Where were you when?" stories and pray for those impacted by the attack as well as lift their voices in prayer for the issues facing our country today.

LUMA (Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association) is best known for its Thanksgiving and Easter services, Thanksgiving Dinner and as administrator of several funds to help people in need. It also coordinates the National Day of Prayer service in Reedsport and holds an appreciation breakfast for the teachers each spring. For more information about the Concert of Prayer, contact any of the LUMA churches or call Pastor Terry at Reedsport Foursquare 271-4414

Reedsport Foursquare Church
2900 Frontage Rd.
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4414

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #5 of 8

WHAT: ENROLL NOW for CAREGIVER CLASSES

WHEN: Six consecutive Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3,10, 2011

TIME: 2:00 4:30 each Thursday

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

COST: Classes are free; accompanying book is $25.00 (some scholarships available)

Contact: Char Luther 541.297.9256

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

This program will help unpaid caregivers of older adults reduce stress, improve self-confidence, communicate feelings better, balance their lives, increase their ability to make tough decisions and locate helpful resources. The 'tools' are offered through interactive lessons, discussions and brainstorming.

Classes are FREE, thanks to support of Area Agency on Aging, a Service of South Coast Business Employment Corporation.

Class size is limited and pre-registration is required.

CONTACT: Char Luther, 266-0806 or ckluther@hotmail.com

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #6 of 8

What: Fire Department Open House
Where: Station 2, 2680 Frontage Road, Reedsport
When: Saturday, September 17th 2011, 11:00 am-2:00 pm.
Who: Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department
Contact: Tom Anderson (541) 271-2423

The Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department would like to invite everyone to join us for our 7th annual Open House on Saturday, September 17th 2011, at the Fire Station at 2680 Frontage Road, Reedsport. Event starts at 11:00 am and ends at 2:00 pm

Vehicle extrication drill starts at noon, with a high angle rope rescue demonstrations to follow. Fire engine rides will be held during this event.

A brief ceremony will be held at 11:15 am to dedicate and rename the Fire Station as the ": Zack Turner Station". in memory of long time Fire Chief Zack Turner, who passed away in 2008.

FREE HAMBURGERS, HOT DOGS, CHIPS AND SODA POP FOR EVERYONE.

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #7 of 8

WHAT: Night Tours at the Umpqua River Lighthouse
WHERE: Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum, 1020 Lighthouse Road, Winchester Bay
WHEN: Saturday September 10, 17 and 24, 2011 from 7 pm 9:30 pm
CONTACT: Umpqua River Lighthouse & Museum (541) 271-4631

Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum will run Night Tours of the Lighthouse from 7 pm 9:30 pm on Saturday nights in September; the 10th, 17th and 24th.

Guided Lighthouse Tour Fee is $5/person, for ages 6 and up.
Museum admission is free.

The Lighthouse Night Tours are limited to a maximum of 10 people, are on a 'first come' basis and fill up fast. Lighthouse Night Tour fees are $5/person (cash or check only) for ages 6 and up. Sorry, no young children on Lighthouse Night Tours but they are welcome to visit the Museum. Lighthouse Tours commence at the Museum Lobby. Dress accordingly for night air, no bare feet, open-toed shoes or sandals and bring your own flashlight!

The Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum will be also be open from 6:45 pm - 10 pm, so spend some time before or after your Night Tour visiting the Museum and Gift Store.

For more information, contact:
Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum
1020 Lighthouse Road in Winchester Bay
(541) 271-4631

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #8 of 8

'UMPQUA RIVER BRIDGE 75TH ANNIVERSARY'

September 8th, 3:00pm

Join us for a celebration/dedication of the Umpqua River Bridge 75th Anniversary. The Umpqua River Bridge opened on July 2, 1936. No dedication occurred at that time for various reasons. President Roosevelt was to be traveling the Pacific Coast in September, but since that never occurred, the dedication was postponed indefinitely. 75 years later the bridge will officially be dedicated.

3:00pm Bridge to Open and Close. Chamber Ambassadors to hold a ribbon cutting at the bridge, with Douglas County Commissioner Susan Morgan. This will be followed by vintage cars from the 20's & 30's crossing over the bridge. Dee French will be riding in the first car to cross, just as her mother, Marjorie Barnes (later Pyle), was the 1st woman to cross 75 years ago. Public is welcome and can park at the Chamber Visitor Center (101 & 38) to watch the event from the 'A' Frame area. Additional viewing available from the Umpqua Discovery Center tower and back deck.

Everyone is then invited to the Umpqua Discovery Center for dedication speeches from Mayor Keith Tymchuk, ODOT Bridge Preservation Manager Benjamin Tang, Douglas County Commissioner Susan Morgan, and Senator Joanne Verger.

A Presentation/Book Signing will follow by Author Judy Fleagle

'Crossings-McCullough's Coastal Bridges'.

Refreshments Served.

Umpqua Discovery Center, 409 Riverfront Way, Reedsport (located off Hwy. 38 along the Umpqua River, follow the signs)

541-271-4816

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http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link

http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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Include a story telling people about your event.

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Please write "press release" in the subject line and send your information by Wednesday afternoon to (jamieswafford        @yahoo.com) If my yahoo email address does not work for you - please try (pressrelease97467     @charter.net) please remove the space - it's to discourage s p a m harvesters.

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"Don't bother just to be better than your contemporaries or predecessors. Try to be better than yourself." -- William Faulkner

"Almost all absurdity of conduct arises from the imitation of those whom we cannot resemble." -- Samuel Johnson

3 Announcements - press release

2011-08-31T21:42:00.000-07:00

1) Caregivers of Dementia and Alzheimer's Group
2) GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE!!!
3) 'UMPQUA RIVER BRIDGE - 75TH ANNIVERSARY'

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Who:            Caregivers of Dementia and Alzheimer's Group
What:           Meeting
Where:         Reedsport Church of God
When:          Sept 9, 2011 at 10:30

The September meeting of the Caregivers of Dementia and Alzheimer's group will be on Friday, the 9th at 10:30 at the Reedsport Church of God. Central to the discussion will be creating a memory book to help your loved one with their remember friends, relatives, and events in their lives.

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WHAT: GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE!!!
WHERE: 2662 Highlands Dr, Reedsport OR
WHEN: September 3rd, 4th, most likely the 5th too, 8am to 4pm.

September 3rd, 4th, most likely the 5th too, 8am to 4pm. Located @ 2662 Highlands Dr, Reedsport OR.

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JOIN US FOR A CELEBRATION!
'UMPQUA RIVER BRIDGE
75TH ANNIVERSARY'
SEPTEMBER 8TH
3:00pm

Opening / Closing of Bridge. Followed by Vintage Cars from 20's & 30's crossing over bridge.

Meet at the Umpqua Discovery Center boardwalk for Dedication.

Presentation / Book Signing by Author Judy Fleagle

'CrossingsMcCullough's Coastal Bridges'

Refreshments Served

Diane Novak, Director
Umpqua Discovery Center
409 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4816

NOTICE - Some email messages have been delayed hours and even weeks before delivery to me. I suggest you send your announcements to me using both of the email addresses listed for me below to make sure I receive your announcements in a timely manner. I'd rather receive them twice than not at all. On August 25 I received four emails that were sent to me on July 10. I don't know where in the world they traveled before hitting my inbox - but . . . . . . Thanks, Jamie

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http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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Please write "press release" in the subject line and send your information by Wednesday afternoon to (jamieswafford        @yahoo.com) If my yahoo email address does not work for you - please try (pressrelease97467     @charter.net) please remove the space - it's to discourage s p a m harvesters.

I send the announcement out once a week - Wednesday evening - to meet press deadlines. It's to your benefit to send the information out at least two weeks prior to your event.

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Jamie

"The farther backward you can look, the farther forward you will see." -- Winston Churchill

"When you look long into an abyss, the abyss looks into you." -- Friedrich Nietzsche

"Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world." -- Albert Einstein

5 Announcements - press release

2011-08-24T22:29:00.000-07:00

1) A Community Welcome for James M. Clemens, new head of USCG Station Umpqua River
2) Bunco Bash 2011
3) September 11 Memorial Event
4) Family Festival set for Aug. 27
5) Breakfast Feast at Winchester Bay Community Center

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WHO: A Community Welcome for James M. Clemens, new head of USCG Station Umpqua River
WHAT: A Meet and Greet with Master Chief Clemens
WHEN: Thursday, August 25th from 4:30 - 5:30pm
WHERE The MAC in Winchester Bay
SPONSOR: Winchester Bay Merchants, Friends of Umpqua River Light and Salmon Harbor Management

The Winchester Bay Merchants along with Friends of Umpqua River Light and Salmon Harbor Management are inviting the entire community to welcome the new head of the United States Coast Guard Station Umpqua River, Master Chief James M. Clemens. Master Chief Clemens is a native of North Carolina with most of his Coast Guard experience being on the West Coast with his most recent posting at Station Chetco River.

This is an opportunity to meet and greet the head of one of our communities most valuable assets, the life saving station so important to the continued success of fishing on the river. We are hoping a grand number of our citizens will come out and introduce themselves to Mr. Clemens, so if there are any issues concerning the station each party will feel free to contact the other at an early opportunity. He will be able to answer your questions and tell you of his approach to decision making

The meeting will be held at the MAC on Thursday, August 25th from 4:30 to 5:30pm. Some tasty appetizers will also be available.

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BMCM James M. Clemens
U.S. COAST GUARD

Master Chief Clemens, a native of Canton, North Carolina, enlisted in 1985. He was first stationed aboard the Cutter Rush in Alameda California. In 1988 he was transferred to Station Bodega Bay California, as a Boatswains Mate Third Class. In 1990 he was assigned to Station Grays Harbor Washington, where he advanced to Boatswains Mate First Class and became a Surfman. In 1995 he became the Executive Petty Officer aboard the Cutter Point Heyer in Morro Bay California. In 1997 he was assigned to the National Motor Lifeboat School in Ilwaco, Washington, where he was a Surfman Instructor and a member of the MLB Standardization Team. Master Chief Clemens' only East Coast tour was as the Officer in Charge of Station Hobucken, North Carolina. During the four years preceding his current assignment, Master Chief Clemens was the Officer in Charge of Station Bodega Bay, California. In 2007 he became the Officer In Charge of Station Chetco River, Oregon.

He is a graduate of class LXIX of the Chief Petty Officers Academy and holds a Merchant Marine Masters License. His awards include the Coast Guard Commendation Medal (second award), Coast Guard Achievement Medal (second award), Commandant's Letter of Commendation Ribbon, Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal seventh award, and numerous personal, unit, and service awards. Master Chief Clemens is in receipt of orders to be the Officer In Charge of Motor Lifeboat Station Umpqua River.

Master Chief Clemens is married to the former Tammy Reynolds of Leggett California. They have a daughter Holly who is twenty and plans to join the Coast Guard after college.

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WHAT: Bunco Bash 2011
WHERE: Reedsport Eagles Lodge, 510 Greenwood
WHEN: 7 p.m. Friday, October 14, 2011
WHO: Supporting ORCCA Great Afternoon/Great Beginnings
Contact: Delaine Humphreys 271-9700 or Chris Marsh, 271-3926

Calling all Bunco players! The first ever giant Bunco party will be held Friday, October 14 in support of Great Afternoons & Great Beginnings. All Bunco players, individuals or clubs, are invited. The entry fee is $30 per person. Prizes will be awarded for most wins, most losses and most bunks in each playing group. All groups will follow a common set of rules. Light refreshments will be provided. A no-host bar is available. There will be additional fun from door prizes, 50/50, and a raffle. This event is limited to adults.
Bunco clubs with fewer than 12 members attending have the option of purchasing the empty seats or having singles seated with them.
Sign up with Delaine, 271-9700, or Chris, 271-3926. Either will be glad to get a sign up sheet to you.
Let's pack the house with Bunco players. No experience is necessary and the game is quick and easy to learn. For those unfamiliar with the game, a quick lesson will be held at 6:45 p.m. that night.
Guys, have you always wondered why the gals never miss Bunco night? Now you can join the fun and find out. This is sure to be a great event. Don't miss it!

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WHAT: September 11 Memorial Event

WHERE: Hahn Park

WHEN: 1:00 PM, Sunday, September 11, 2011

WHO: Gardiner-Reedsport Lions Club

CONTACT: Jim Akre 541-271-4255

The Gardiner-Reedsport Lions Club is sponsoring a September 11 Memorial Gathering at Hahn Park at 1:00 PM on Sunday, September 11. This memorial will honor the victims of the 9-11 attack in New York ten years ago.

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Contact Person: Terry Plotz 271-4414 or 541-662-0095

Family Festival set for Aug. 27

This year's Family Festival will kick off at 2 PM Saturday in the Reedsport Foursquare Parking Lot. Plans call for lots of free food, fun, and support to help children be ready for the start of school in Reedsport. Booths will be set up for bike repair, face painting, school info, amateur haircuts, obstacle course, and more. Each child will receive a free bag of school supplies while they last and all the festivities will end at 5PM.

Anyone still wishing to contribute cash, School Supplies, door prizes, or good used clothing should contact the church immediately as school supply bags will be packed Friday night and there are still some needs. The goal is to have at least 200 bags of school supplies to give to our Reedsport School children. For more information contact the church at 541-271-4414.

Reedsport Foursquare Church
2900 Frontage Rd.
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4414

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Breakfast Feast at Winchester Bay Community Center
Saturday August 27th
7am to 10am
Winchester Bay Community Center
$5.00 All-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee and juice

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There are three places to view community events online:

http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link

http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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Include a story telling people about your event.

*******************************

I do not write or edit the press releases that are sent out - if you have questions about them, please contact the person listed as the contact for that event.

Please write "press release" in the subject line and send your information by Wednesday afternoon to (jamieswafford        @yahoo.com) If my yahoo email address does not work for you - please try (pressrelease97467     @charter.net) please remove the space - it's to discourage s p a m harvesters.

I send the announcement out once a week - Wednesday evening - to meet press deadlines. It's to your benefit to send the information out at least two weeks prior to your event.

Please send your information in an email that can be copy/pasted - please do NOT send attachments or pdf versions of your information or flyers.

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Jamie

"Try again, fail again. Fail better." -- Samuel Beckett Gideon

"Do or do not... there is no try." -- Yoda Morgan

Water Trails of the Umpqua - Open House Mtg Wed 8/24/2011 - Winchester Bay

2011-08-23T23:52:00.000-07:00

Roseburg, Oregon. Do you have a passion for being on the river and want others to have a chance to enjoy the benefits the Land of Umpqua waterways has to offer? Then volunteer to help the Water Trails of the Umpqua Steering Committee!

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Roseburg and Coos Bay Districts, in partnership with Douglas County Parks Department, the Partnership for the Umpqua Rivers (PUR) and the Smith River Watershed Council are seeking interested members of the public to join the Water Trails of the Umpqua steering committee.
Two public meetings are planned to provide information and receive feedback from interested members of the public about the proposed water trail network.

Public Open House: 5:00 p.m. August 24, 2011, at the Salmon Harbor Marina Activity
Center, 120 Marina Way, Winchester Bay, Oregon 97467.

Public Open House: 5:00 p.m., August 25, 2011, at the Roseburg BLM Office, 777
NW Garden Valley Blvd., Roseburg, Oregon 97471.

The mission of the Water Trails of the Umpqua is to guide development of a network of water trails throughout the Umpqua Basin that provides low impact recreation, educational opportunities, and benefits to local communities and the environment.
The first phase of the Water Trails of the Umpqua project is a proposed scenic boating experience along the entire 112 miles of the Umpqua River and tributaries. The proposed trail would begin at River Forks Park just west of Roseburg, and end in Winchester Bay, providing visitors with fishing, wildlife viewing, historical, archeological and geological information and opportunities.
Water trails are boat routes suitable for canoes, rafts, and kayaks as well as recreational motorized watercraft. Like pedestrian, equestrian, and bicycle trails, water trails are recreational corridors between destinations. For additional information, please contact Erik Taylor at the Roseburg BLM office at (541) 464-3271.

3 Announcements - press release

2011-08-17T21:58:00.000-07:00

1) Southside Smith River Music Festival
2) Reedsport Braves advertising opportunities available
3) Care to Talk About…Electronic Health Records & what that means to YOU

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WHAT: Southside Smith River Music Festival
WHERE: Deer Haven Ranch
WHEN: Saturday, August 20. Noon to dusk.
Contact: Info: lynnfulps@gmail.com. (541)662-0212

The Young Bucs, Hudson Ridge, Stillwater, Soulpie, PBA and the Hot Flashes.

Benefit show. $10. Over 21. No outside alcohol.

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WHAT:   Reedsport Braves advertising opportunities available
WHERE:   Ruppe Field
WHEN:     Season-long
WHO:   Reedsport Braves Boosters Association
Contact:   Joe Zelinski   admin@bravesboosters.com

Put your business or organization in front of the grandstand crowds at Ruppe FIeld! Highly-visible advertising signage space is still available. Your 8' x 3' vinyl banner will appear directly in front of the granstand crowds at six home football games. Annual price is the same as the former end-zone signs, just $150/year-- and this includes creation of a new vinyl banner!
Email admin@bravesboosters.com or visit www.bravesboosters.com/advertising for other Braves advertising opportunities, including Butch Thompson Court.

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WHAT: Care to Talk About…Electronic Health Records & what that means to YOU
WHERE: Lower Umpqua Hospital conference room, lower level, enter through the door marked "receiving"
WHEN Tuesday, August 30, 2011
WHO: sponsored by Lower Umpqua Hospital
Contact: Delaine Humphreys, 271-9700

Lower Umpqua Hospital is hosting a series of free public presentations over various health-related topics entitled "Care to talk about…"
The next to be offered is Care to talk about…Electronic Health Records & what it means to YOU on Tuesday, August 30, at 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the LUH conference room with the Kathy Loftis, Director, Lower Umpqua Hospital's Health Information Management department.
Electronic health records is much in the news lately as hospitals and medical clinics convert from paper to electronic files. But what does that mean to the patient? How will patient care be improved? These and other questions will be answered. Everyone is invited to learn about Lower Umpqua Hospital's changeover to an electronic health record system. Free healthy refreshments are provided.
The conference room is located on the lower level near the cafeteria. Parking is available in the lower lot. Enter through the door marked "Receiving." Healthy refreshments are provided.
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There are three places to view community events online:

http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link

http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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Include a story telling people about your event.

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I do not write or edit the press releases that are sent out - if you have questions about them, please contact the person listed as the contact for that event.

Please write "press release" in the subject line and send your information by Wednesday afternoon to (jamieswafford        @yahoo.com) If my yahoo email address does not work for you - please try (pressrelease97467     @charter.net) please remove the space - it's to discourage s p a m harvesters.

I send the announcement out once a week - Wednesday evening - to meet press deadlines. It's to your benefit to send the information out at least two weeks prior to your event.

Please send your information in an email that can be copy/pasted - please do NOT send attachments or pdf versions of your information or flyers.

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Jamie

"The belief in a supernatural source of evil is not necessary. Men alone are quite capable of every wickedness." -- Joseph Conrad

"All is a riddle, and the key to a riddle...is another riddle." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

5 Announcements - press release

2011-08-10T23:39:00.000-07:00

1) 2nd Annual Thunderwater 3000 Canned Food Drive
2) Coastal Conservation Associates Banquet and Presentation
3) Community Marketplace - Cycle Oregon
4) Caregivers of Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Group

5) Book Signing - 'LAND OF UMPQUA'

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #1 of 5

WHAT:   2nd Annual Thunderwater 3000 Canned Food Drive
WHERE: Several donation sites including the CG Station in Winchester Bay
WHEN:   August 15th through November 15th
WHO:    The crew of Coast Guard Station Umpqua River in Winchester Bay
Contact: (541)271-2138

The Thunderwater 3000 is a canned food drive hosted by the crew of the Coast Guard Station in Winchester Bay. Coasties earn canned food items from the community by running, biking or swimming one mile for every canned food item donated, attempting to earn the total of 3000 cans and miles by November 15th. All donations will go to support the local Reedsport/Douglas County Food Bank, in hopes of improving the holiday season for the community. Donations may be dropped off at Coast Guard Station Umpqua River in Winchester Bay, or call the Coast Guard station for a list of local donation sites, as well as a list of acceptable items.

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Who Coastal Conservation Associates
What Banquet and Presentation
Where Newport Elks Lodge, Newport, OR
When: Saturday, September 24th

Coastal Conservation Associates is a non-profit national marine conservation organization working to save salmon and steelhead spawning grounds on the West Coast. The fight is against industrial netters on the Columbia River who catch a large percentage of the fish before they reach their spawning grounds. More information can be obtained from www.ccapnw.org and from Jesse Hillyer of Waldport (503-559-3208) as to the time of the meeting and the cost

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Who: Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association
What: Community Marketplace - Cycle Oregon
Where: 22nd Street, Reedsport, Oregon
When: September 12, 2011 Noon until Dark

"Cycle Oregon delivers the best combination of scenery, challenge, amenities, camaraderie and philanthropy of any ride out there. A fun-loving mix of back-road riding and two-wheeled tent revival, our event moves from town to town with 2,000 or more riders enjoying generous hospitality and providing direct financial benefits to our host towns as well as cycling-related causes throughout Oregon." "And it's a new route, and a new experience, every year!"

And this year, Cycle Oregon is coming our way on September 12, 2011. That is NEXT MONTH! In order to provide the riders and their family and support people with a friendly interesting offering of what Reedsport has to offer them, the Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association is organizing a Community Marketplace. This is a sampling of our retail businesses with items for sale, etc. Small independent and non-profits are welcome as well as food vendors! So, get your thinking caps on and think of something that these people just can't live without!

If you are interested in being part of this event and setting up your own little store, please contact Kathi Wall-Meyer @ 541- 221-5729 or (541) 271-3044 for an application and to get answers to any questions you may have. It is FREE to participate but you must supply your own tables and coverings. You will get an 8' x 10' space. No electricity is available. All food vendors must carry their own appropriate licenses and insurance.

Alternate contact is Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce - Robin Dollar. Hurry, we only have 30 openings. Don't let this opportunity get away!

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What: Caregivers of Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Group

Monthly Meeting: Friday, August 12, 2011

When: 10:30

Where: Reedsport Church of God

Don't forget the monthly meeting for the Caregivers Support Group. All are invited and welcome.

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Umpqua Discovery Center
BOOK SIGNING EVENT / OUTDOOR CONCERT

AUGUST 12TH

Book Signing - 'LAND OF UMPQUA' AUTHOR: Douglas County Museum: 5:30—7:30pm

____________________________________

Free outdoor concert by 'IRISH CRÈME' from 6:30—8:00pm (Celtic & Folk Music)

409 Riverfront Way, Reedsport (off Hwy. 38) / 541-271-4816

_______________________

Diane Novak, Director
Umpqua Discovery Center
409 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4816

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There are three places to view community events online:

http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link

http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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WHAT: (The name of your event)
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WHO: (what group or individuals are sponsoring the event)
Contact: (who should be contacted for further information)

Include a story telling people about your event.

*******************************

I do not write or edit the press releases that are sent out - if you have questions about them, please contact the person listed as the contact for that event.

Please write "press release" in the subject line and send your information by Wednesday afternoon to (jamieswafford        @yahoo.com) If my yahoo email address does not work for you - please try (pressrelease97467     @charter.net) please remove the space - it's to discourage s p a m harvesters.

I send the announcement out once a week - Wednesday evening - to meet press deadlines. It's to your benefit to send the information out at least two weeks prior to your event.

Please send your information in an email that can be copy/pasted - please do NOT send attachments or pdf versions of your information or flyers.

If you wish to be removed from this list - please hit "reply" with "Remove from Press Release List" in the subject line.

If you know someone who is not receiving this list and would like to be included - please ask them to send a message to (jamieswafford     @yahoo.com) or (pressrelease97467     @charter.net) with "Add to Press Release List" in the subject line.

Thanks!
Jamie

"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable love." - Washington Irving

"In life, unlike chess, the game continues after checkmate" Isaac Asimov

7 Announcements - press release

2011-07-27T22:46:00.000-07:00

1) DANCE to Classic Rock by local band TRACER
2) Southside Smith River Music Festival
3) Wildlife Safari Animal Encounter
4) DuneFest 2011

5) American Red Cross Blood Drives for August 2011
6) First Friday

7) Bingo

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WHAT: DANCE to Classic Rock by local band TRACER
            Ray Davenport on guitar
When: Friday night - August 5th - 8pm to 11pm
            $5 donation to the Center and Park at the door
Where: Winchester Bay Community Center
Come and support a local band and the Community Center

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WHAT: Southside Smith River Music Festival
WHERE: Deer Haven Ranch
WHEN: Saturday, August 20. Noon to dusk.
Contact: Info: lynnfulps@gmail.com. (541)662-0212

The Young Bucs, Hudson Ridge, Stillwater, Soulpie, PBA and the Hot Flashes.

Benefit show. $10. Over 21. No outside alcohol.

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION    #3 of 7

WHAT:        Wildlife Safari Animal Encounter
WHERE:     Reedsport Branch Library

          395 Winchester Ave Reedsport OR
WHEN:       Friday, August 5th, 1:00
WHO:         Summer Reading Program
Contact:      Library Staff @ 541-271-3500

We have been traveling the globe this summer and it's time to go on safari! Calling all kids to join us for an Animal Encounter from Wildlife Safari. Learn about animals from lands near and far and have a chance to meet them up-close and personal! Be at the Reedsport Branch Library on Friday, August 5th, at 1:00. All children under 6 must be accompanied by an older sibling or friend.

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WHAT: DuneFest 2011

WHERE: Winchester Bay / Umpqua Dunes

WHEN: August 3 – August 7

WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce

Contact: 800-247-2155 or (541) 271-3495

The Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce is proud to present DuneFest 2011, the Ovation Award winner of "The Best Sporting Event in Oregon", August 3rd – August 7th. This five-day event is filled with exciting, fun Adult and Kid activities including: Moto Cross, Racing, Sand Drags, Poker Run, Treasure Hunt, Show N' Shine, Drive-In Movie Night, Charity Auction, Freestyle Shows, evening entertainment featuring Rock The Dunes Friday and Saturday nights, A Canned Food Drive to benefit the Reedsport Food Pantry, vendor row, OEM Demo area, and many more activities.

The Rock The Dunes concert series on Friday and Saturday nights features Rock Bands from the Northwest. Opening for Rock The Dunes is a kid's rock band, The Cloud Nine Band. Rock the Dunes will feature; Timberwolf, The Peter Giri Band, Lincoln's Beard and, The Damaged Jim Band. Day passes for Rock The Dunes can be purchased at the gate or by calling the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce.

Vendor Row will offer ATV's, clothing, crafts, and ATV accessories. Vendor Row and is open daily from 9am to 6pm with food vendors staying open late for dinner

DuneFest 2011 offers: Onsite sand camping and off site camping, free parking and free shuttle bus service from Winchester Bay, A Kid's Safe ATV Riding Area, and Non Ethanol Gasoline (premium fuel 92 octane) available in Salmon Harbor at the fuel dock. The Original Manufacturers will be offering demo rides to test drive new products.

The Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce recognizes the significance of the ATV industry and welcomes all participants, sponsors, and vendors. With their help, and the help of hundreds of volunteers, DuneFest is the premiere ATV sand event in the country which helps to promote and market the Reedsport/Winchester Bay communities year round. DuneFest is a family-friendly atmosphere and boast the slogan: THE MOST FUN A FAMILY CAN HAVE IN THE SAND.

For additional information go to www.dunefest.com or call the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce (541) 271-3495 or (800) 247-2155.

Facilities under Special Use Permit with the Siuslaw National Forest & Douglas County Parks.

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WHAT: American Red Cross Blood Drives for August 2011
WHO: American Red Cross
Contact: 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543)

The Red Cross has scheduled blood drives at the following locations.
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule your donation appointment.
(Note the alternate numbers listed for certain drives.)

August 2: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Bandon Community: Holy Trinity Catholic Church , 355 Oregon Ave. 1-800-448-3543

August 2: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Gold Beach Community: Curry Showcase 29392 Ellensburg Ave. 1-800-448-3543

August 3: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Port Orford Community: St. John's Catholic Church, 1476 Oregon Street. 1-800-448-3543

August 3: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Brookings Community: Brookings Harbor Christian Church,777 5th St. 1-800-448-3543

August 4: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica's Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th 1-800-448-3543

August 9: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coquille Community: 115 N. Birch: Coquille Community Building 1-800-448-3543

August 10: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Myrtle Point Community: Maple Elementary School, 413 C Street 1-800-448-3543

August 11: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-448-3543

August 16: 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. Powers Community: Powers Baptist Church , 990 1st Ave. (541) 439-3685

August 18: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica's Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th 1-800-448-3543

August 22: 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. Reedsport Community: Masonic Temple, 626 Winchester Ave. 1-800-448-3543

August 25: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-448-3543

August 30: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Gold Beach Community: Forestry Building (Fair Grounds) 29392 Ellensburg Ave. 1-800-448-3543

August 31: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Brookings Community: Brookings Harbor Christian Church,777 5th St. 1-800-448-3543

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What: First Friday

When: Friday, August 5, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Reedsport Natural Foods, 1891 Winchester Avenue (Hwy 101)

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Tom Taraba (541) 319-0089 or Kathleen Miller (541) 271-2101

Blacktail Bows—Custom Crafted Takedown & One Piece Bows

First Friday to feature Norm Johnson

Norm Johnson is a dedicated archer and bowhunter. He lives in Reedsport and is the owner and maker of Blacktail Bows. Norm began building bows in 1987. By 1991 Blacktail Bows had grown and his hobby became a full time family business.

Each bow is built by hand, one at a time, of only the finest materials available today. Norm only uses hardwoods in his bows. The hardwoods are exotic or domestic, have been hand selected for their density, hardness, and beauty so that in the end they will create a one of a kind bow that is not only a work of art, but also extremely functional. The finish work is quite extensive, using multiple layers of a clear flexible non-glare satin finish, which is applied, sanded, and reapplied until all wood pores are filled, bringing out the true beauty of the wood. Norm's bows are pieces of art.

Special Guests during this event will be Bill Karcher and Garth Mast who will feature their handcrafted vessels. CDABA and the Reedsport Natural Foods store invite you to join the fun and meet the artists.

This is a FREE EVENT. CDABA sponsors the First Friday art events at a different location each month. Future dates will be September 2nd (2nd Annual Art Auction-Winchester Bay Community Center), October 7th (Reedsport Natural Foods), November 4th (Lower Umpqua Hospital), and December 2nd (Reedsport Natural Foods and Anniversary Celebration at Coastal Ceramics/Ocean Breeze).

SAVE the date: Gala Event – Halloween Weekend, October 28-29-30, 2011. CDABA's annual fundraiser event. Start creating your costumes and gathering your teams! If you are interested in volunteering call Tamara Szalewski at 541-271-2485.

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WHAT: Bingo
WHERE: Lower Umpqua Senior Center, 460 Winchester Ave., across from Reedsport City Hall
WHEN: Wednesdays, 1 to 3 p.m.
Contact: Janet Fitzgerald, bingo coordinator, 541-271-0168

All proceeds support the Senior Center.

$1 per card or 6 cards for $5.

Last game Black Out with large frame is $.50 a card

Coffee & Refreshments are served.

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http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link

http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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4 Anouncements - press release

2011-07-20T23:15:00.000-07:00

1) Sports Physical Night at Dunes Family Health Care
2) Bingo-Bingo-Bingo
3) Coastal Douglas Has Talent!

4) CDABA Art Auction

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WHAT: Sports Physical Night at Dunes Family Health Care
WHERE: 620 Ranch Road
WHEN: August 9, 2011 at 6:30pm
Contact: 541-271-2163

You can get your sports physical on August 9, 2011 at 6:30pm at Dunes Family Health Care located at 620 Ranch Road. The cost is $30.00 on that night only. (It is $50.00 during clinic hours).

This year you will be required to have a physical before you can participate in camp and daily doubles. Call (541)271-2163 if you have any questions.

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What:      Bingo-Bingo-Bingo
Where:    Winchester Bay Community Center
When:     Every Monday at 6:00pm
Come and Play to Support the Park and Center

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WHO: Rotary Club of Reedsport

WHEN: Saturday, November 12, 2011

WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport

CONTACT: Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386 or Kathleen Miller at 541-271-2101

SAVE THE DATE APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE NOW!

The Rotary Club of Reedsport is excited to announce this year's Coastal Douglas Has Talent!talent show will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011. Applications are available now. Anyone, from individuals and groups--youth and adultswho want to sing, dance, read, and otherwise entertain the community should obtain an application from K-Dune Radio Station, 136 N 7th (271-5386). Deadline to submit an application to participate is Friday, October 7th.

Coastal Douglas Has Talent! will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 6 p.m. Those participating in the show will be expected to audition on Thursday, October 20th, and participate in rehearsals on November 3rd and November 10th.

The Talent Show is a fundraising event for the Rotary Club of Reedsport and will support its community and service projects. The event will be held at the Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Drive, Reedsport, Oregon. For more information you may contact any Rotarian, Kent Abendroth at 541-271-5386, or Kathleen Miller at 541-271-2101.

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WHAT: Art Auction

WHERE: Winchester Bay Community Center

625 Broadway, Winchester Bay, OR

WHEN: September 2nd - 5-7 pm
WHO: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Tamara Szalewski at the Mindpower Gallery (271-2485 / tamara@mindpowergallery.com) or Kathleen Miller (271-2101 / kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com)

Art Auction donations of art being sought!

Calling all artists and owners of art who have pieces to sell. CDABA is seeking the donation of pieces of art to benefit its art events. CDABA sponsors a number of free art events within the community, such as its monthly First Friday . . .Art for Everyone events and its Annual Art Walk.

Art pieces of all types are welcome---both new or secondary. Artists and owners of art are encouraged to donate paintings, ceramics, wood crafts, and other mediums. The proceeds of the sale will support CDABA and its programs.

People who wish to donate pieces of art should contact Tamara Szalewski at the Mindpower Gallery (271-2485 / tamara@mindpowergallery.com) or Kathleen Miller (271-2101 / kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com).

Persons also interested in participating in the Art Auction on Friday, September 2nd, should inquiry about obtaining an art entry form to pre-register their pieces. Limit two pieces for artists.

SAVE the date: Gala Event Halloween Weekend, October 28-29-30, 2011. CDABA's annual fundraiser event. Start creating your costumes and gathering your teams! If you are interested in volunteering call Tamara Szalewski at 541-271-2485.

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7 Announcements - press release

2011-07-13T23:00:00.000-07:00

1) National Night Out
2) Praise and Worship Service
3) Volunteers for DuneFest 2011

4) coastal representative sought for Planning Commission

5) Riverfront Rhythms Presents: "River City"
6) Marina Activity Center dedication and celebration

7) Two weeks of work for young people ages 16 - 25

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WHAT:        National Night Out
WHERE:     Lions Park (one park only this year)
WHEN:       Tuesday, August 2, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.
Contact:      Judy Macho, 271-2109

Come to Lion's Park and enjoy a free hot dog or hamburger, games for kids, information for adults, fun for all.

National Night Out is supported by Reedsport Police Department, Lower Umpqua Hospital, Rotary Club of Reedsport, Gardiner-Reedsport Lion's Club, and the Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association.

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WHAT: Praise and Worship Service
WHERE:   2900 Frontage Rd in Reedsport
WHEN:   Friday, July 15 at 7:00 PM
WHO: Reedsport Foursquare Church
Contact:  Terry Plotz 541-271-4414 or 541-662-0095

Reedsport Foursquare Church is having a special Worship Service on Friday, July 15 at 7:00 PM. The service will be built around extended times of worship and prayer led by various worship leaders in the church. Anyone who enjoys good contemporary worship music and 'soaking' in God's presence is invited. The church is located at 2900 Frontage Rd in Reedsport. For more information call the church at 541-271-4414.

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WHAT: Volunteers for DuneFest 2011

WHERE: DuneFest / Winchester Bay
WHEN: August 3 – August 7
WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Contact: (541) 271-3495 or 800-247-2155

DuneFest 2011 presented by the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers to help at this award winning event in Winchester Bay. Volunteers can help with various activities throughout the five day event or work with Project Graduation and staff the registration booths. We welcome all that can give a few hours; 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. August 3 – August 7.

Please call the Chamber office at 541-271-3495 or (800) 247-2155 for information or to register as a DuneFest 2011 volunteer. Check out the DuneFest website for more information about the event at www.dunefest.com. Thank you for being a DuneFest volunteer.

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WHAT: coastal representative sought for Planning Commission

WHERE: Douglas County
WHEN: Deadline July 18, 2011
WHO: The Board of Commissioners
Contact: (541) 440-4289

The Board of Commissioners is seeking a coastal representative to serve on the Planning Commission. Geographic diversity is an important factor in the selection of members to the Planning Commission. The current coastal representative is leaving the Commission. The Board of Commissioners is soliciting applications from the coastal area to fill the remainder of vacant term which is scheduled to expire on February 28, 2013. Occupation diversity is also another important factor that will be considered in the appointment process.

The Planning Commission is an important advisory group. Members participate in the land use process at the local government level and serve as a valuable link between local land use regulations and individual property owners in the County.

The Planning Commission reviews policy, hears appeals on land use matters, and recommends new or amended provisions of the Comprehensive Plan or Land Use and Development Ordinance. The Planning Commission meets regularly on Thursday's (1st and 3rd). The Commission meets on an average of 18 times per year. Meetings are generally in the evening or afternoon.

Persons interested in serving on the Commission should submit their applications to the Douglas County Board of Commissioners or Planning Department by July 18, 2011. Applications may be obtained through the Board of Commissioners or the Planning Department. Further information about the Planning Commission position or planning program may be obtained from Cheryl Goodhue or Keith L. Cubic at the Douglas County Planning Department, Room 106, Justice Building, Douglas County Courthouse, Roseburg, (541) 440-4289 or coastal planner Jonathan Wright during coastal office hours 10:00 - 2:00 on July 13, 2011. Interested citizens are encouraged to apply.

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WHAT: Riverfront Rhythms Presents: "River City"
WHERE: Umpqua Discovery Center, 409 Riverfront Way
WHEN: FRIDAY, JULY 22, 2011 -- 6:30 pm
Contact: 541-271-4816

Disco, Rock, Blues, & Country

FRIDAY, JULY 22, 2011

6:30 pm

ON THE WATERFRONT AT THE

UMPQUA DISCOVERY CENTER IN REEDSPORT

Free Concert Picnicking Welcome Food vendors on site

Outdoors, lawn seating (bring your chairs or blankets)

(No pets, smoking or alcohol on concert site)

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WHAT: Marina Activity Center dedication and celebration

WHERE: 263 Marina Way, Winchester Bay
WHEN: Friday, July 22
WHO: Salmon Harbor Marina
Contact: (541) 271-3407 ext. 21

Salmon Harbor Marina invites the public to the dedication and celebration of the Marina Activity Center "aka the MAC" on Friday, July 22 at 263 Marina Way in Winchester Bay.

The celebration will begin at 2:00pm with an open house and light refreshments followed by the dedication at 3:00pm.

There will be live music and dancing between 6:00pm and 9:00pm sponsored by Bedrock's featuring the band 'Timberwolf'. Admission is free and a no host bar and no host food will be available.

Free parking is available at the MAC with additional free parking on Beach Boulevard at the corner of Salmon Harbor Drive. Free roundtrip shuttle service will be available between the MAC and Beach Boulevard.

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WHAT: Two weeks of work for young people ages 16 - 25
WHERE: Spruce Reach Island and Dean Creek
WHEN: Deadline - July 26, 2011
WHO: The Dean Creek Youth Corps
Contact: Beth Palmer (541)269-2013

I have two weeks of work for young people ages 16 - 25, from August 1 - 12, and I need your help getting the word out.

The work is the Dean Creek Youth Corps, which will be doing projects at Spruce Reach Island and Dean Creek. The work is for 8 hours a day, and projects include pulling weeds, hauling and spreading fertilizer, removing tree limbs, hauling water, and other physical labor. It pays $8.50 an hour and no previous experience is needed. Youth will not be using any power tools or driving. Youth will be exposed to allergens such as plants and dust.

If a person is interested, they need to contact Beth Palmer at South Coast Business Employment Corporation at (541)269-2013 no later than July 26.

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4 Announcements - press release

2011-07-06T22:25:00.000-07:00

1) Volunteers for DuneFest 2011

2) The 33rd Oregon Coast Music Festival
3) Grandparents ROCK Annual Summer Picnic
4) Cruise Night

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WHAT: Volunteers for DuneFest 2011

WHERE: DuneFest / Winchester Bay
WHEN: August 3 – August 7
WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Contact: (541) 271-3495 or 800-247-2155

The Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce is looking for volunteers to help Project Graduation staff the registration booths for the 2011 DuneFest event. The volunteer duties will consist of registering the participants as they enter into the DuneFest area and helping with other various activities throughout the five day event. We welcome all that can give a few hours; 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. August 3 – August 7.

The 2010 DuneFest was exciting and fun-filled, with over 8,000 ATV enthusiasts participating in activities throughout the event. The Oregon Festival and Events Association (OFEA) awarded DuneFest its highest honor – The Ovation Award for "The Best Sporting Event in Oregon" and presented it to them at the Northwest Festival and Event Conference.

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WHAT: The 33rd Oregon Coast Music Festival
WHERE:   Coos Bay/North Bend
WHEN:   July 16 through 30
WHO: Oregon Coast Music
Contact:  http://www.oregoncoastmusic.com or call 267-0938

The 33rd Oregon Coast Music Festival will take place July 16 through 30. The first week features the Bay Area Concert Band, Gypsy Soul, Jennings and Keller, Coup d'Bop and Lab Band Evolution. During the second week the renowned Festival Orchestra performs three concerts with conductors James Paul and Jason Klein, and piano soloist Roberto Plano. Mr. Plano will also perform in recital. Three free events include traditional outdoor concerts in Mingus Park and Shore Acres Gardens. Another continuing tradition is a special concert at the OIMB Boathouse. For details and to order tickets go to oregoncoastmusic.com or call 267-0938.

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WHAT: Grandparents ROCK Annual Summer Picnic
WHERE: Simpson Park
WHEN: Friday, July 22 from 4:00 – 7:00pm
WHO: Raising Our Children's Kids
Contact: Char at 541.266.0806 / 541.297.9256

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 have their Annual Summer Picnic on Friday, July 22 from 4:00 – 7:00pm at Simpson Park. Good food, great company and lots of fun in the sun (hopefully).
EVERYONE IS INVITED!

Call Char at 541.266.0806 / 541.297.9256 for directions or more information.

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WHAT: CRUISE NIGHT

WHEN: MONDAY JULY 11, 2011 6 PM

WHERE: BEDROCKS BY THE BAY - WINCHESTER BAY

WHY: HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT A CRUISE VACATION? MID COAST SHIP N STORE AND SANDRA WESTGATE IN REEDSPORT WILL PRESENT INFORMATION ABOUT A CRUISE SHIP VACATION NEXT YEAR 2012 TO EITHER ALASKA, HAWAII, MEXICAN RIVIERA OR ANY OTHER EXOTIC PLACE YOU MAY HAVE DREAMED TO TRAVEL. come HEAR ALL ABOUT IT! FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL SANDRA AT 541-271-0895. YES THERE REALLY IS A TRAVEL AGENCY HERE IN REEDSPORT OR!

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8 Announcements - press release

2011-06-29T22:55:00.000-07:00

1) Special Coast Toasties Meeting

2) Reedsport Branch Library -- Library Hours

3) First Friday to be held at Myrtlewood Gallery

4) Lower Umpqua Gem and Lapidary Show

5) Vacation Bible School - Big Apple Adventure

6) Tip a Cop Benefits Special Olympics
7) National Night Out
8) Riverfront Rhythms Concert at the Umpqua Discovery Center

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WHAT: Special Coast Toasties Meeting
WHERE: Reedsport Branch Library

395 Winchester Ave
WHEN: Tuesday, July 12, 7:15 p.m.
WHO: Coast Toasties
Contact: Sue Cousineau 541-271-5306

Coast Toasties, the Reedsport Club of Toastmasters, will be honored with guests Nate, Wes, and Matt, medical students from OHSU, on July 12th. The public is invited to listen to their presentation concerning primary care doctors in rural communities. The Coast Toasties will be evaluating their presentation with comments and ideas for improvement before their visits to other local organizations.

Come join us in critiquing the 3 med students at the Reedsport Branch Library on Tuesday, July 12th, at 7:15 p.m. For more information about the meeting contact Sue Cousineau at 541-271-5306. You can read about Toastmasters on the web at www.toastmasters.org/ . The med students' blog can be read at http://medstudentscycle.blogspot.com.

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WHAT: New Hours Beginning July 1
WHERE: Reedsport Branch Library

395 Winchester Ave
WHEN: July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012
Contact: Library Staff at 541-271-3500

Reedsport Branch Library -- Library Hours

HOURS FOR 7/1/2011 – 6/30/2012
Mon closed

Tue 12-7:00

Wed 10-4:00

Thu 12-6:00

Fri 11-4:00

Sat/Sun closed

http://dclibrary.us/branch-libraries/reedsport.html

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What: First Friday

When: Friday, July, 1, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Myrtlewood Gallery, (1125 Hwy 101)

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: 541-271-4222

First Friday to be held at Myrtlewood Gallery

Kimberly King will be the featured artist at First Friday . . . Art for Everyone on Friday, July 1st between 5 and 7 pm at the Myrtlewood Gallery, 1125 Highway 101, Reedsport.

King specializes in Miniature Myrtlewood Carvings. She began carving in 1988 under the guidance of Russian woodcarver Abe Goertzan. In 1992 she carved her first miniature bird out of basswood. That was the beginning, from then on several other animals were miniaturized by Kim's knife.

In 1994 Kim moved to Oregon and was introduced to Myrtlewood. "It was love at first sight. Myrtlewood is not only beautiful to look at, it is wonderful to work with."

Although she carves a variety of different animals, her little birds are still her favorites. Each carving is given individual attention. She first roughs out the basic shape with a bandsaw and then finishes them with her dremel tools, knives, and sanders until they have a character of their own.

Keeping within a price range of $10-$50, Kim keeps her art affordable for those even on a tight budget. Many folks have started a collection of her miniatures. You might want to start off with a pair of your favorites.

She works out of her home in Reedsport and is kept busy supplying The Myrtlewood Gallery with her wonderful little critters.

CDABA and the Myrtlewood Gallery invite you to join the fun and meet the artist.

This is a FREE EVENT. CDABA sponsors the First Friday art events at a different location each month. Future dates will be August 5th (Reedsport Natural Foods), September 2nd (2nd Annual Art Auction-Winchester Bay Community Center), October 7th (Reedsport Natural Foods), November 4th (Lower Umpqua Hospital), and December 2nd (Reedsport Natural Foods and Anniversary Celebration at Coastal Ceramics/Ocean Breeze). The GALA Event will be held Halloween weekend again this year—more information to come, but plan your costumes now!

For more information about contact Kathleen Miller (541) 271-2101 or Tamara Szalewski (541) 271-2485.

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Who: Lower Umpqua Gem and Lapidary Society "The Agate Lickers"
What: Lower Umpqua Gem and Lapidary Show
When: July 15, 16, 10:00 am-5:00 pm; 17 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where: 451 Winchester Avenue, Reedsport at the Community Center

Lower Umpqua Gem and Lapidary Society Hosts its Annual Show

The Lower Umpqua Gem and Lapidary Society is hosting its Annual Gem and Mineral Show, "Treasures From the Earth", July 15-17th, at Reedsport, Oregon. There will be jewelry, gem and mineral dealers, demonstrators, displays of gems and minerals, door prizes, silent auctions, and a raffle. Demonstrations include making cabochons, wire wrapped jewelry, flintknapping, and glass bead making. Kid's activities includes "turn me over rocks" and a ball toss.

Admission is free, with donations gladly accepted. The show will be held Friday 10 am-5 pm, Saturday 10am-5 pm, and Sunday 10am-4 pm, at the Reedsport Community Center, 451 Winchester Avenue. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Old Timer's Club members will meet for breakfast on Sunday.

For more information, please contact Bill or Virginia Hendrickson at 541-271-6816.

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WHAT: Vacation Bible School - Big Apple Adventure

WHERE: 2500 Longwood Drive, Reedsport, Or

WHEN: Monday, July 11 - Friday, July 15
9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. - free lunch to follow

WHO: Ages 3 (potty trained) thru 6th grade

Contact: Highlands Baptist Church 541-271-4406 for more information or to arrange transportation. Please leave a message. You can also call 541-271-2613.

Please come and join us for crafts, snacks, games, music, bible stories and fun!!

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TIP A COP: FRIDAY, JULY 22ND 5-9 PM

BEDROCK GRILL AND PIZZERIA IN REEDSPORT AND

BEDROCKS BY THE BAY IN WINCHESTER BAY

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT SOUTH COAST SPECIAL OLYMPICS

MORE INFO: CALL JUDY MACHO 541-271-2100

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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: TUESDAY, AUGUST 2ND

LIONS PARK 5-7 PM

HOT DOGS/HAMBURGERS

GAMES PRIZES

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

SPONSORED BY: REEDSPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT

REEDSPORT ROTARY

REEDSPORT/GARDINER LIONS CLUB

LOWER UMPQUA MINISTERIAL ASSOC.

LOWER UMPQUA HOSPITAL

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Riverfront Rhythms Concert at the Umpqua Discovery Center in Reedsport:

"LOST HIGHWAY"

Country, Rock & Roll, 50's Classics

FRIDAY, JULY 8, 2011

6:30 pm

Diane Novak, Director
Umpqua Discovery Center
409 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4816

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4 Announcements - press release

2011-06-22T22:14:00.000-07:00

1) Tsunami Discussion - Be Prepared - DOGAMI and American Red Cross

2) Cycle Oregon Welcome Committee

3) Annual River Bend Park - Wide Garage Sale

4) Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpture Championships Results

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WHO: DOGAMI and American Red Cross

WHAT: Tsunami Discussion - Be Prepared

WHEN: July 7th Thursday 6:30pm

WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, Longwood Reedsport

PRICE: Free

DOGAMI and the Red Cross have scheduled a meeting at 6:30pm on July 7th at the Pacific Auditorium in Reedsport. James Roddey will explain it is not if a tsunami will happen, but when and how the community can prepare for such an event. Emergency preparedness gifts will be drawn for and the story of elephants assisting in the race for higher ground will be analyzed. First Responders are welcome to have literature available and to speak on the specifics of Coast Douglas County. For more information call Joe Coyne 271-2103 Free

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WHO: Cycle Oregon Welcome Committee

WHAT: How to Greet 2,200 Cyclists in September

WHEN: 5:30 TUESDAY June 28th

WHERE: Reedsport Public Library

Cycle Oregon is coming!

Reedsport wants to give them a Grand Welcome, a rousing and a bit outstanding welcome.

There will be a meeting of those responsible for the WELCOME on TUESDAY, June 28th at 5:30pm at the Reedsport Library. Cycle Oregon will be here in less than 80 days with 2,200 cyclists and additional participants. We have some ideas, suggestions, and images to show them the great time. We will have flags and balloons and bunting and music.

We need more ideas and are calling on the community to assist us.

While the cyclists are here for such a short time, we want to give them a taste and a touch of our unique Coastal Douglas

What they will see, feel, smell and enjoy while they are here depends on us. (If we give them a good show, then they may come back to take advantage of the many offerings.) For more information call Debbie McKinney (541-271-2146)

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What: Annual River Bend Park - Wide Garage Sale

Where: 100 River Bend. Reedsport

When: June 24 and 25, 9 a.m. to ????.

Who: Multiple River Bend residents.

Contact: Linda McCollum, #38 (541-271-2401).

Also, if you have crafty items to sell, Julie in #61 will host a crafters sale in her garage where you can bring your sewing, crochet, woodworking, knitting , etc. items. (541-271-6094). Hundreds of must-have items will be offered including (but not limited to) fishing tackle, clothes, dishes, furniture, antiques, books, tapes, cassettes, plants, linens, toys, books, knives, tools, art work, collectables, rugs, etc. etc. If you collect it or want to buy it or just want to look at it, you can probably find at least one of it in our once-a-year , one-of-a-kind garage and carport displays.

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WHAT: Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpture Championships Results
WHERE: Rainbow Plaza – Downtown Reedsport
WHEN: Father's Day Weekend
WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce

Contact: (541) 271-3495

Thousands of spectators experienced Art being taken To The Extreme at the Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships held in Reedsport, The Chainsaw Carving Capitol of Oregon, over Father's Day Weekend. Chainsaw Carvers from three continents competed at the event. Daily Chainsaw Carving Auctions offered incredible sculpted pieces.

The results of the Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships are;

Pro Division

First Place – Mark Colp from Lakeport, California

Second Place – Fred Bero from Beebe, Tennessee

Third Place – Chris Foltz from North Bend, Oregon

Semi-Pro Division

First Place – Tyler Strauslin from Eugene, Oregon

Second Place – Kim Gernhardt from Napa, California

Third Place – Woojay Poynter from North Bend, Oregon

People's Choice award – Chris Foltz from North Bend, Oregon

Carver's Choice Award – Chris Foltz from North Bend, Oregon

Mayor of Reedsport, Keith Tymchuk welcomed all the carvers and spectators to Reedsport and presented the 2010 Ovation Award at The Awards Ceremony on Sunday recognizing Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships as "The Best Performing Art or Fine Arts Festival in Oregon". Major Tymchuk introduced the Co-Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives, Arnie Roblan who presented a signed resolution from the Oregon Legislature naming Reedsport, "The Chainsaw Carving Capital of Oregon." The awards and the recognition demonstrate a tremendous respect to the Chainsaw Carver and to the art of chainsaw carving.

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5 Announcements - press release

2011-06-15T22:38:00.000-07:00

1) PBA and the Hot Flashes benefit performance
2) Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships

3) Pastor Wil Gehrke is retiring

4) Care to talk about - Your Emergency Services

5) Art Walk

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What: PBA and the Hot Flashes benefit performance
Where: Eagles Lodge
When: Friday, June 24 from 8 to 11:30pm.
Who: contact Lynn Fulps (541)271-3064/Eagles Lodge (541)271-4141

PBA is playing to support the FBLA finalists trip to nationals, and the Great Afternoons programs.

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WHAT: Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships

WHERE: Rainbow Plaza, Reedsport, Oregon
WHEN: Father 's Day Weekend - June 16-19
WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
CONTACT: (800) 247-2155 or (541) 271- 3495

Get revved up for the Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships, winner of the Ovation Award for Best Performing Art or Fine Arts Festival in Oregon, held in Reedsport, "The Chainsaw Carving Capital of Oregon" over Father's Day Weekend, June 16th - 19th'. Watch chainsaw carvers from around the world take "Art To The Extreme" as they create amazing sculptures before your eyes!

Enjoy the vendor fair, great food, boat show and daily chainsaw carving auctions at 5:30pm. On Saturday a Corvette Show will be held in the Fullhart Insurance Parking Lot starting at 10am.

The final Auction will be at 12:30 on Sunday and the winners of The Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships will be announced after the auction. For additional information go to www.odcsc.com

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WHAT: Pastor Wil Gehrke is retiring
WHERE: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 2160 Elm Avenue, Reedsport,
WHEN: Sunday June 26, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Pastor Wil Gehrke is retiring from the pastoral ministry at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, Reedsport, and Christ Lutheran Church, Coos Bay. His last Sunday is June 26, 2011. There will be an open house at Beautiful Savior, 2160 Elm Avenue, Reedsport, on Sunday June 26, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Please join us as we bid farewell and God's rich blessing to Pastor and Karen!

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WHAT: Care to talk about - Your Emergency Services

WHERE: LUH conference room, lower level, enter through "receiving" door

WHEN Tuesday, June 28, 2011

WHO: Kevin Van Syoc, Director LUH Emergency Services
Contact: Delaine Humphreys, 271-9700

Lower Umpqua Hospital is hosting a series of free public presentations over various health-related topics entitled "Care to talk about."

The next to be offered is Care to talk about.Your Emergency Medical Services on Tuesday, June 28, at 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the LUH conference room with the Kevin Van Syoc, Director of Lower Umpqua Hospital's Emergency Medical Services. The conference room is located on the lower level near the cafeteria. Parking is available in the lower lot. Enter through the door marked "Receiving." Healthy refreshments are provided.

This is a wonderful chance to hear about what emergency services are available and get any questions answered.

Upcoming topics include electronic medical records & what that means, hospital finance, and more.

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What: Art Walk

When: Friday, June 17, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: Old Town Reedsport – Fir Avenue (Also known as Highway 38)

Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)

Contact: Kathleen Miller 271-2101 or Tara Szalewski (271-2485)

Art Walk – June 17th – Old Town Reedsport

Guitarist Joins Art Walk

Michael William Squglio, local guitarist is scheduled to play during CDABA's 2nd Annual Art Walk. Michael, who has been seen at the Rotary Club of Reedsport's local Talent Show (scheduled this year for Nov. 12th), will be playing his guitar at the Orca Gallery between 5-7 pm.

CDABA's second annual Art Walk will be held on Friday, June 17th from 5 pm to 7 pm in old town Reedsport along Highway 38. All of the open venues have been working hard at setting up for a fantastic art experience. CDABA is pleased to announce there will be several locations open during Art Walk, as follows:

The Mindpower Gallery (417 Fir Ave/Hwy 38) will be hosting several guest artists(will be setup inside and outside the gallery) and attendees will also be able to view its current art exhibit "Time" a Traveling Oregon Prison Art Show featuring the works by 20 artistic inmates from 6 of the 13 Oregon state penitentiary and correctional institutions.

The Orca Gallery (532 Fir Ave/Hwy 38) will also be hosting several guest artists, including members of the local Dunes Art Club.

Other Highway 38 locations include the Dan's Art (481 Fir Ave.) and a trio of ladies--Theresa Chickering & Linda Mason (quilt & fabric art) and Rose Burch (paintings) will be setting up a temporary location at 456 Fir Avenue.

Artists who will be located at the Sidewalk Plaza of the Central Lincoln PUD offices include: Dave Courtney and Miranda Ellis.

The Myrtlewood Gallery, located at 1125 Highway 101, will also be open during the Art Walk between 5 pm and 7 pm.

Remember also that Judy Miller will be conducting her plant sale as a benefit for the local AARP Food Pantry. You will find her across the street from the Orca Gallery.

If you are an artist who is interested in participating in the Art Walk as an outside vendor---please contact Kathleen Miller (271-2101) or Tara Szalewski (271-2485) to sign up for one of the limited spaces available. Plans are underway to make room for artists all along the Art Walk route. Artists will be responsible for all their own needs, such as table and chairs, and will work directly with the public with regards to their art as this is an informal event and no fees or commissions will be imposed.

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www.cityofreedsport.org

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8 Announcements

2011-06-08T17:35:00.000-07:00

1) Caregiver’s of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
2) Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpture Championships
3) Riverfront Rhythms Concert
4)Torch Run comes through Reedsport
5) Rebecca Hedges receives P.E.O. Memorial Scholarship
6) Pancake Feed
7) Art abounds in Reedsport Fathers Day weekend!
8) Memorial Day Parade and Celebration - A Wonderful Tribute to the Community

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Who:            Caregiver’s of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
What:           Meeting
When:          June 10, 2011 at 10:30
Where:         Reedsport Church of God

The Caregiver’s for Alzheimer’s and Dementia group will hold it’s June meeting on Friday, June 10, 2011 at 10:30 at the Reedsport Church of God. Not only will we be talking about your concerns, but how music can have a positive effect on your patient. All are welcome! For more information call Jackie Sabblut 361-6050.

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WHAT: Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpture Championships
WHERE: Rainbow Plaza – Downtown Reedsport
WHEN: June 16-19, 2011
WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Contact: (541) 271-3495

The Oregon Divisional Chainsaw Sculpting Championships in Reedsport, Oregon, “The Chainsaw Carving Capital of Oregon” will be held Father’s Day Weekend, beginning Thursday June 16th through Sunday, June 19th. This will be the 12th Annual event and will feature “Oregon Heritage” as the theme. Carvers from around the world will come to Reedsport to participate in this competition that “Takes Art To The Extreme”. Carvers will have four days to complete their main sculpture and are required to compete in the daily 90 minute “quick carve events” beginning daily at 10:30am.

Carving starts at 8:00 am daily with a daily quick carve exhibition at 10:30 am and a daily Chainsaw Quick Carve Auction at 5:30 pm Thursday through Saturday and 12:30 on Sunday. The event will also include a vendor and food fair. On Saturday a Corvette Show will be held in the Fullhart Insurance Parking Lot starting at 10am.

Log onto the web-site http://www.odcsc.com for all the latest news on this year’s event or for more information contact the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce at (800) 247-2155.

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Riverfront Rhythms Concert
June 24th
'YOUNG BUCS'
Doo-Wop
Friday, June 24th
6:30pm to 8:00pm

Front Lawn of the Umpqua Discovery Center
Free Concert

Diane Novak, Director
Umpqua Discovery Center
409 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4816

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WHAT:   Torch Run comes through Reedsport

Contact:
Judy Macho
Reedsport Police Dept.
146 N. 4th
Reedsport, OR   97467
541-271-2100

The torch will be coming through Reedsport on Friday morning, July 15th. Anyone who would like to walk, jog, run and join Skipper who will be helping with the torch run again this year, please let me know so I can order you a runners shirt.

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WHAT:   Rebecca Hedges receives P.E.O. Memorial Scholarship
Contact: Elaine Kreskey, Education Chairman, at 541-271-5569

Rebecca Hedges was presented the $1,000.00 P.E.O. Memorial Scholarship given by Chapter BZ Sisterhood of Reedsport,OR. Chapter President, Mary Paula, made the presentation at the Senior Recognition and Awards Night 2011 on Tuesday, May 31st at Reedsport Community Charter School, Pacific Auditorium. Rebecca will be attending Concordia University in Portland, Oregon and will major in biology.
P.E.O. provides educational opportunities for women by offering scholarships, grants, awards and loans to help women enhance their lives through learning. Chapter BZ sponsors a carnation sale in the fall which helps to fund the local scholarship in addition to their other projects.

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What:     Pancake Feed
Where:   Downtown Fire Hall, 124 N. 4th St. Reedsport
When:    Saturday, June 18th 2011, 7:00 to 10:30 am
Who:       Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department
Contact: Chief Tom Anderson (541) 271-2423
                reedsportvfd@cityofreedsport.org

The Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its 4th annual Pancake Feed during Fathers Day weekend, Saturday, June 18th from 7:00 to 10:30 am. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, hash browns, orange juice and coffee, and of course, all the pancakes you can eat.

Breakfast costs $7.00 per adult and $3.50 for kids 10 and under.

There will also be a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds will be used to replace worn out and obsolete equipment and purchase new equipment that will greatly enhance our ability to safely and effectively save lives, and protect property and the environment.

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WHAT: Art abounds in Reedsport Fathers Day weekend!
Contact information:
Tamara Szalewski
Mindpower Gallery
417 Fir Ave.
Reedsport, Or. 97467
(541) 271-2485

The Mindpower Gallery in Reedsport will be hosting several artists for a
day long event of demonstrations by various artists on Friday June 17,
2011 from 10 am to 7 pm. This fair like atmosphere will be setup inside
and outside the gallery. Artists include Cedar Careideo - Totemic style
carving demonstrations using ax, chisels and hammer. Master Beadwright, Nicole Campanella, will be available all day . Anyone who wants to learn
to bead or improve a skill can sign up for her upcoming workshops at the
gallery.

Kelley Angeley, award winning bead artist, designer and instructor will be
on hand as well as Sarah Holden and dichroic glass maker, Charmain
Pesnell, winner of the International Toho Bead Competition in 2009. The
evening will close with a Reception from 5 pm. to 7 pm. Honoring the
exhibit "Time" a Traveling Oregon Prison Art Show featuring the works by
20 artistic inmates from 6 of the 13 Oregon state penitentiary and
correctional institutions. Mindpower Gallery is one of several downtown
businesses to be open for the Friday night Artwalk in Oldtown Reedsport
which is all happening during the Reedsport International Chainsaw Carving
event that takes place every fathers day weekend. Refreshments will be
served. For more information on the event contact the Mindpower Gallery,
417 Fir Ave. Reedsport, Or. 97467 (541) 271-2485. For a preview of the
Oregon Prison Art Show connect with the Mindpower Gallery on face book.

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WHAT: Memorial Day Parade and Celebration - A Wonderful Tribute to the Community
WHERE: Reedsport, Oregon
WHEN: Memorial Day Weekend
WHO: Joe Mirvis - Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
CONTACT: (800) 247-2155 or (541) 271-3495

The Memorial Day Celebration and Parade was a wonderful tribute to our Veterans and Community. The Reedsport//Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce thanks the entire community for making the Memorial Day Celebration the best in the State. It would be impossible to put on this tribute, honoring our veterans, without the support from the community. You truly make the difference in what we can and cannot do.

A special recognition and thank you is expressed to Dave Courtney and Aerial Imaging Resources for supplying and flying the airplane that transported the Flag jumper who displayed the beautiful unique vision of the American Flag drifting down upon Reedsport.

Bedrocks, The Eagles, The Moose Lodge, The Military Order of The Purple Heart, Atzlan, The Lions Club, The Club, Leona’s, Lower Umpqua Hospital, and The Sportsmen’s Cannery, all deserve a big thank you for feeding the Marine Band during their stay in town.

The Rotary Club organized the coordination of the Memorial Day Parade through downtown Reedsport with a spectacular array of parade entries. Lewis Transportation transported the Marine Band from Eugene and to all activities around Reedsport and Winchester Bay and back to Eugene showing tremendous community support and patriotism. The City of Reedsport, Police, Fire and Public Work Departments, ODOT, Salmon Harbor, The Reedsport Charter School, Lorna Murphy and the students of Highland Elementary School, Discovery Point, United Presbyterian Church, Coast Guard Station Umpqua River, The Reedsport Bowling Alley, Signs Unlimited, Debbie McKinney, Kathy Schultz, Joe Savey, Ocean Breeze Florist, Pastor Ives, U-Haul Truck Rental, Peggy Edson and the Winchester Bay Community Building all played vita roles in contributing to the Memorial Day Celebration.

Special thanks to Kent Abendroth for his meaningful and heartfelt delivery of the Memorial Service and Mayor Tymchuk for his introduction at the Marine Band Concert and his tribute to the LST Sailors at the Memorial Service. A very special thank you to Mark Bedard for his timeless energy and strong commitment and passion to commemorate this most Honorable of Holidays. A final thank you to the community for it’s hospitality and to all that donated to Adopt-A-Marine to make this celebration possible to Honor our Veterans Past, Present, and Future.

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4 Announcements - press release

2011-06-01T12:16:00.000-07:00

1) Sports Physical Night at Dunes Family Health Care
2) American Red Cross Blood Drives for June 2011
3) First Friday
4) Mindpower Gallery in Reedsport hosts "Time"A Traveling Oregon Prison Art Show

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #1 of 4

WHAT: Sports Physical Night at Dunes Family Health Care
WHERE: 620 Ranch Road, Reedsport, Oregon
WHEN: Tuesday, June 7, at 6:30 pm.
Contact: 541-271-2163

Sports physicals will be offered at Dunes Family Health Care on Tuesday, June 7, at 6:30 pm.

Students who will be 7th, 9th, or 11th graders in September, or who have not had a sports physical within the last two years will need one to participate in sports programs. Youth football players also will need a sports physical to play this fall.

Students will need to bring the sports physical form with the medical history completed and signed by a parent before the exam. The forms are available at Reedsport Community Charter School and Dunes Family Health Care. Students attending Schools other than RCCC will need to ask their school office for the forms required by their school district.

Please wear shorts for the exam, and be prepared to give a urine sample for diabetes testing.

Cost of the sports physical will be $25 on Sports Physical Night. Sports physicals are $50 when scheduled for an office visit. Check with the athletic director, Mr. Hixenbaugh, if financial assistance is needed.

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WHAT: American Red Cross Blood Drives for June 2011
WHO: American Red Cross
Contact: 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543)

The Red Cross has scheduled blood drives at the following locations.
Please call 1-800-GIVE LIFE (1-800-448-3543) to schedule your donation appointment.
(Note the alternate numbers listed for certain drives.)

Date Hours Location Phone Numbers
June 2: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica’s Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th 1-800-448-3543

June 7: 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. Bandon Community: Holy Trinity Catholic Church , 355 Oregon Ave. 1-800-448-3543

June 8: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Port Orford Community: St. John's Catholic Church, 1476 Oregon Street. 1-800-448-3543

June 9: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-448-3543

June 14: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coquille Community: 115 N. Birch: Coquille Community Building 1-800-448-3543

June 15: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Myrtle Point Community: Maple Elementary School, 413 C Street 1-800-448-3543

June 16: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica’s Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th 1-800-448-3543

June 20: 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. Reedsport Community: Masonic Temple, 626 Winchester Ave. 1-800-448-3543

June 23: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. North Bend Community: College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. 1-800-448-3543

June 28: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Gold Beach Community: Curry Showcase 29392 Ellensburg Ave. 1-800-448-3543

June 29: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Brookings Community: Brookings Harbor Christian Church,777 5th St. 1-800-448-3543

June 30: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Coos Bay Community: St. Monica’s Catholic Church, 357 S. 6th 1-800-448-3543

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What: First Friday
When: Friday, June 3, 2011, 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Reedsport Natural Foods, 1891 Winchester Avenue (Hwy 101)
Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)
Contact: Tom Taraba (541) 319-0089

First Friday . . . Friday, June 3rd from 5 pm to 7 pm

Pen and Ink drawings by George McNair will be the featured art for this Friday’s event. CDABA’s First Friday . . . Art for Everyone event will be held between 5 and 7 pm. George McNair began his pen and ink drawings while at the University of Oregon, where he began doing pen and ink drawings of landscape projects in very large scale. Some were large color works of 24 x 36 inches in size.

Around 1980 George began to do pen and ink drawings of childhood memories, Oregon river and ocean scenes. He diverged from pen and inks and tried acrylic paints and continued his focus on fishing, boats, rivers, water reflections, ocean rocky beaches, and lately undersea impressions. His work is on display all along the Oregon Coast from Newport to Gold Beach.

Reminders:

CDABA’s second annual Art Walk is on Friday, June 17th between 5 pm and 7 pm. In addition to all the open venues along Highway 38 (between Rainbow Plaza and Orca Gallery), the Mindpower Gallery will have 10 guest artists on the premises. Some of the guest artists will be doing live demonstrations. Ever wondered about the processes behind an artists work? Here’s you chance to see live demos will be from jewelry making to old style wood carving with chisels.

CDABA will be hosting its second annual Art Auction on Friday, September 2nd in conjunction with Art by the Bay in Winchester Bay. Artists and owners of art can commission their pieces to be sold. The artists / owner will establish a minimum price for their piece and will retain eighty percent of its selling price. Art that does not sell is retained by the owner. Limit two pieces per person. CDABA will also accept pieces as a donation to CDABA to help support its community programs. Anyone interested in making a tax deductible contribution can obtain more information by contacting Tamara Szalewski (541-271-2485) or Kathleen Miller (541-271-2101)

First Friday Future Dates: July 1st - Myrtlewood Gallery featuring miniature carvings by Kimberly King; August 5th - Reedsport Natural Foods featuring handmade hunting bows by Norm Johnson and vessels by Garth Mast and Bill Karcher; September 2nd – CDABA Art Auction at the Winchester Bay Community Center; October 7th - Reedsport Natural Foods; November 4th - Lower Umpqua Hospital featuring paintings by Christine Davis; and December 2nd - First Friday, Reedsport Natural Foods and 2nd Anniversary Celebration at Coastal Ceramics and Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts.

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WHAT: Oregon Prison Art Show Traveling Exhibit "Time"
WHERE: Mindpower Gallery, 417 Fir Ave. Reedsport, Or. 97467
WHEN: June 1, 2011 to July 9, 2011
Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Reception: June 17, 2011 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m
Contact: Tamara Szalewski (541)271-2485

Mindpower Gallery in Reedsport hosts "Time"
A Traveling Oregon Prison Art Show

It's the kind of show that takes a special set of circumstances to create.
Sometimes it takes something experienced to inspire an event to begin
with. In this case, it took both. "Time" ,The Oregon State Prisoner
Traveling Art Show, got it's start through it's own set of circumstances.
The idea was started at a board meeting of the Coos Art Museum, but took
a couple of years and the incarceration of a son of one of the members
before the idea really took off.

Victoria Tierney recalls: "When Blake got arrested and incarcerated, my
interest in prison art perked up." But back when a fellow board member
suggested that she consider curating a prison art show she remembers
feeling that her time was already spoken for; she wasn't motivated to
start another volunteer project.

Of course, that was then and "Time" the current prison art show, is now in
it's fourth year and has made it's way to Reedsport, Or. where it will be
exhibited at the Mindpower Gallery in downtown Reedsport from June 1st, to
July 9th . The exhibit was given the name, Tierney says, because when
the artwork started to arrive, they were struck by the extraordinary
attention to detail in a great many of the pieces . This set Tierney to
pondering the meaning of Time. She says, "These men have been 'given
time', quite literally; they are 'doing time' and 'serving time'.

Time is a precious resource and Tierney says she would like to encourage
these people to have a focus, so that they can do something with this time
they've been given.

Paul Tice, program coordinator for Restorative Justice Through the Arts,
believes Tierney's work is an important part of the process. A former
inmate, Tice now lives in Portland, working in drafting and 3D animation.
He spends his weekends promoting prison arts programs which he hopes will
help restore men and women back into the community. "Some will develop
art careers and some will just use it as a coping mechanism while they're
in there," Tice said.

Tierney says visitors to the 'Time' exhibit will find a variety of
drawings and paintings from 16 artists representing 6 of the 13 prison
facilities in Oregon, including highly skilled representational pieces of
animals and nature to sophisticated abstracts.

Viewers may want to 'Take the Time' to view this exhibit, at the
Mindpower Gallery in Reedsport, as it is one of the few exhibition spaces
capable of showing all 85 pieces together in the traveling show. The
Mindpower Gallery is located at 417 Fir Ave, Reedsport, Or. 97467 .

Gallery hours are Tuesday thru Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A special
reception will be held during the 3rd Friday artwalk in downtown
Reedsport on June 17th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information call
(541) 271-2485.

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http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/ Click on the Community Calendar link

http://reedsportonline.com/

www.cityofreedsport.org

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