3 Announcements - press release

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #1 of 3   

 

WHAT:  Sesquicentennial Celebration of Oregon
WHERE:  Umpqua Discovery Center, 409 Riverfront Way, Reedsport
WHO:  Umpqua Discovery Center 
Contact: 541-271-4816

Adults—$2.50
Children 6-15—$1
UDC members free

 

As a part of the sesquicentennial celebration of Oregon, the Discovery Center is presenting a series of programs investigating the history of the area. Each of these programs is in a seminar format, encouraging the audience to participate.

 

DATE PROGRAM
June 18 -  Oral Histories III
June 25 -  Secrets of the Oregon Dunes - Dina Pavlis (booksigning)
July 16 -  Life Saving Station
August 20 -  Shipwrecks
September 17 -  Jed Smith
October 7 (Wed) -  Stitched Patches: Quilts of Celebration -  Mary Bywater Cross (booksigning)
November 19 -  Umpqua Lighthouse
December 17 -  Schools on the River

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #2 of 3    
 
WHAT:  Reedsport Community Charter School Board members wanted
WHEN:     Completed applications are due on or before 5:00 p.m. on June 19
WHO:  Reedsport School District Board of Directors

Contact: Ike Launstein, Superintendent at ilaunstein@reedsport.k12.or.us or 271-3656 Extension 106

 

Reedsport School District Board of Directors is seeking applicants to serve on the Reedsport Community Charter School Board. The school district has received a federal grant to support efforts to establish the Reedsport Community Charter School with a new focus on improving the education program of the Reedsport Junior/Senior High School.

 

The Charter School Board will be composed of the building administrator, a school board member, two teachers, 3 community members, and two students. Charter School Board members will be asked to meet regularly and set direction for the charter school.
Attendance at regular monthly board meetings and periodic special meetings is an expectation of Charter School Board members.

 

Charter Board application materials are available at Reedsport Junior/Senior High School, Highland Elementary School, the District Administrative Office, and online at www.reedsport.k12.or.us. Completed applications are due on or before 5:00 p.m. on June 19, to the District Administrative Office at 100 Ranch Road in Reedsport. The School Board is planning to make appointments at the regular June Board meeting. For further information contact Ike Launstein, Superintendent at ilaunstein@reedsport.k12.or.us or 271-3656 Extension 106.

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #3 of 3    
 
WHAT:  Churches close their doors again
WHERE:  Pacific Auditorium
WHEN:     Sunday May 31st @ 10:30 am
WHO:  LUMA

Contact persons: Pastor Terry Plotz, 271-4414 or Pastor Allen Chaney, 271-3928

 

Everyone is invited to attend a community wide worship service Sunday May 31st as ten Reedsport churches gather at Pacific Auditorium. The 10:30 am service will feature lots of music from a combined worship team, times of prayer for our city, and a message from Pastor Allen Cheney of Reedsport Church of God.

 

LUMA is known for its benevolence support for families and its Thanksgiving and Easter services but this event is different. "It is a challenge to get churches to forego their regular services to gather together on a Sunday," states Pastor Terry Plotz, chairman of Reedsport's Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association. "Last year's service brought nearly 400 people together and everyone was thrilled. This year is extra special because our service falls on Pentecost Sunday, the historical day related to the founding of the Christian Church,"

 

Though there are different worship styles and traditions the churches will be gathering to share their common hope in Jesus Christ. Many area Pastors will be involved in the program; praying, leading readings and helping out where needed.

 

Following the service, participants will gather in the High School Cafeteria for a massive potluck lunch. "Last years meal was amazing," Pastor Plotz shared. "Church folks make some great food. This will be a great time for the 'Church' in Reedsport to come together!" For more information contact most any church in town or call 271-3928 or 271-4414.

 

 

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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/

 

http://www.reedsport.or.us
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6 Announcements - press release

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #1 of  6  
 
WHAT:  Bicycle Safety Rodeo
WHERE:  Highland School/Rain or Shine

WHEN:     Saturday May 30th  9a – noon

WHO:  Sponsored by Reedsport Police Department and Deb Docken/State Farm Insurance

Contact:  Judy Macho 271-2100

 

For youth and adults

 

Enter to win a bike and other prizes/Must be present to win

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #2 of  6  

WHAT:    Brenda Homar Concert
WHERE:   Highlands Baptist Church, 2500 Longwood Dr

WHEN:    Sunday, May 24 at 11:00 a.m.
WHO:     Highlands Baptist Church
Contact: Todd Young 271-4406

Highlands Baptist Church will be hosting a free concert featuring Brenda Homar this Sunday morning, May 24, at 11 a.m. Brenda is an experienced performer having recorded several cds and toured throughout the country.

 

The entire community is invited to attend this concert. Brenda sings Gospel and Southern Gospel music. Admission is free, however, there will be a free will offering received during the concert. For more information or questions, please call 271-4406.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #3 of  6  

 

WHAT:  CHRISTMAS IN JULY
WHERE: Church Of God 2191 Birch Avenue
WHEN:  Tuesday April 28 6:30 pm
WHO:  Christmas In July Planning Committee
Contact: Church Of God 271 3928 or Family Resource Center 271 9700
Also see website http://cij.weebly.com/

At the May 19 committee meeting chair Allen Chaney gave out several new referral applications for review. A revised list of financial contributors and benefactors to the program is being compiled and will be posted on the website http://cij.weebly.com/ shortly.

 

Thanks went to Sharon Thompson for her generosity in accepting the post of vice chair for the 2009 program, this was appreciated by all present as this will greatly assist Allen in his busy schedule.

 

An offer was made by K-Dune radio for volunteers to give details of the program on am1030. Arrangements are being made for this.

 

The next meeting will be at the Church of God on 2191 Birch Avenue at 6.30 am on Tuesday June 2.  All with interest in the program are invited to attend.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #4 of  6  

WHAT: Reedsport Memorial Day Celebration Schedule
WHERE: Reedsport
WHEN: Memorial Day Weekend
WHO:  Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Contact: 271-3495

 

Sunday, May 24
4:00pm COMMUNITY BBQ
             Reedsport High School
7:00pm U.S. MARINE CORPS BAND CONCERT
  Pacific Auditorium

 

Monday, May 25
10:00am KID'S AMUSEMENT AREA
    SCENIC HELICOPTER RIDES
    Across from Hahn Memorial Park
Noon: PARADE MEMORIAL SERVICE
Downtown Reedsport
1:00pm: COMMUNITY BBQ
     Across from Hahn Memorial Park
1:30pm: MEMORIAL SERVICE
     Hahn Memorial Park

 

Tuesday, May 26
A DAY IN WINCHESTER BAY
Noon: U.S. MARINE BAND CONCERT
Phillip Boe Memorial Park
6:00pm: U.S. MARINE BAND CONCERT
   Bay Front Loop / In front of Sportsmen's Cannery

 

ADOPT-A-MARINE
This is a Memorial Day Celebration donation program that enables you to Adopt A Marine to help support the patriotic recognition of this honorable holiday.  The donations help offset the cost the Memorial Day Celebration and the cost of transportation, lodging and meals for the 29 Palms Marine Corps Band, and The Special Forces Association Parachute Team.  Donations can be made at the Umpqua Bank, Bank of America, or The Chamber of Commerce Office.

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #5 of  6  

 

WHAT:  Grandma's Closet

WHERE:  Reedsport, Oregon

WHO:   Rotary Club of Reedsport and Umpqua Bank

Contact:  Kathleen Miller – 271-2101

 

$500 Grant Received by Grandma's Closet

 

The Rotary Club of Reedsport, together with Rotary District 5110 (http://district5110.org), granted Grandma's Closet $500.  Grandma's Closet provides new clothing to children.  Organized and supported by the employees of the local branch of Umpqua Bank, the program began when the employees saw a need for all children to have appropriate clothing to wear to school.  Grandma's Closet allows school aged children to "shop" for clothes at no cost to the child.  The Rotary Club of Reedsport is pleased to be a partner of this program and to provide assistance to make it a success.  For more information on Grandma's Closet and how to make donations, please call the Reedsport Branch of the Umpqua Bank at 271-2176.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #6 of  6  

 

WHAT:  Thank You! From – Renew Reedsport Together Committee
Contact:  Kathleen Miller – 271-2101

 

On behalf of the Renew Reedsport Together planning committee, I wish to extend a sincere thank you to all the volunteers who came out on Saturday, May 16th to plant marigolds as a part of Reedsport's Oregon 150th Birthday celebration event.

 

Renew Reedsport Together was made possible through the efforts of local organizations, businesses, and about 75 volunteers who showed up to help in the planting party, which was financed by community donations.

 

With the assistance of Chamber Ambassadors, the Mayor Keith Tymchuk started off the day with a message of thanks and the planting of the Oregon Celebration Rose at City Hall.  CDABA provided coffee and treats and then volunteers were dispatched with flats of marigolds to multiple planting sites.  The sunny yellow marigolds are already noticeable in various spots around town, and will provide a riot of color and a unifying look to our area as they grow.

 

The partners of the Renew Reedsport Together event included: City of Reedsport, Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce, the Lions Club, the Rotary Club of Reedsport, CDABA, Douglas County — Oregon 150, SOLV, and Ocean Breeze Flowers & Gifts.  Groups participating in the planting included members of the partners group as well as the Reedsport Garden Club, the Reedsport Library Board, Three Rivers Rebekah's, Dunes Family Health Care Clinic, the Chamber Ambassadors, and the many individuals and families who came with their kids to help.  Thanks also go to Umpqua Bank, who donated bottles of water for the many volunteers.  Big thanks also go to the community members whose generous donations contributed to the success of the project.

 

For anyone who wants to purchase the colorful and attractive commemorative t-shirt from the event, they are available for just $10 at Signs Unlimited.  Those wishing to make a tax deductible donation to support other community improvement projects now underway, such as the Library Renovation Project, the Hanging Flower Baskets in Downtown, and the Triangle Improvement Project may mail checks payable to: CDABA-Renew Reedsport Together, and forward to Kathleen Miller, P0 Box 5, Reedsport, OR 97467.

 

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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/

 

http://www.reedsport.or.us
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 "Morality, like art, means drawing a line someplace." - - Oscar Wilde

 

 

"Be careful the environment you choose for it will shape you; be careful the friends you choose for you will become like them." -- W. Clement Stone

 

 

"We must respect the other fellow's religion, but only in the same sense and to the extent that we respect his theory that his wife is beautiful and his children smart."  -- H.L. Mencken

 

 

 

4 Announcements - press release

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #1 of 4  
 
WHAT:  WANTED:  church accompanist
WHERE:  United Presbyterian Church, Reedsport
WHEN:     one weekday rehearsal and Sunday service
Contact: Dr. Bill Stevens 271-3214, churchoffice@reedsportpres.org
 
United Presbyterian Church in Reedsport is seeking an accompanist for weekly rehearsals and Sunday morning services.  Must have piano skills; organ optional.  Compensation offered.  EEO.  Contact Dr. Bill Stevens at 271-3214 for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION #2 of 4  

 

WHAT:    Brenda Homar Concert
WHERE:   Highlands Baptist Church
         2500 Longwood Dr
WHEN:    Sunday, May 24 at 11:00 a.m.
WHO:     Highlands Baptist Church
Contact: Todd Young 271-4406

 

Brenda Homar will be concert Sunday morning, May 24, at 11:00 a.m. at
Highlands Baptist Church. Brenda Homar is a member of the Gospel Music
Association who has performed on television and in concert throughout
the Northwest.

 

The entire community is invited to this concert. Admission is free. There
will be a free-will offering received during the concert. Call 271-4406
for more information.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION   #3 of 4    

 

 

 

WHAT:  Oregon 150th Birthday Celebration – Renew Reedsport Together

WHERE:  Reedsport, Oregon

WHEN:   Saturday, May 16th, 2009 – starting at 9 a.m.

WHO:  City of Reedsport, Reedsport Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce, and more
Contact:  Deanna Schafer – 271-3603 or Robin Dollar – 271-3495

 

Rain or Shine – Marigolds to be planted on Saturday

 

The Renew Reedsport Together project will be held on Saturday, May 16th, starting at 9 a.m. at City Hall parking lot---rain or shine.

 

Volunteers will be provided gardening gloves, trash bags, and special Oregon 150 tote bags (as long as they last).  Although garden gloves have been available by SOLV, the volunteers should bring with them a hand trowel, a shovel, or any other tool they think they may need. 

 

Opening Ceremonies will be held at City Hall starting at 9 a.m.   There will be an uplifting message from Keith Tymchuk, our City's Mayor; the planting of the Oregon Celebration rose, coffee and treats, and then the volunteers will be dispatched with flats of marigolds for planting.  Each volunteer or team of volunteers will be given a set number of marigolds and a designated location to plant them. 

 

You may contact Deanna Schaefer, City of Reedsport (271-3603) or Robin Dollar, Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce (271-3495) for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION   #4 of 4  

 

WHAT: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & CELEBRATION IN REEDSPORT

WHERE: Reedsport
WHEN: Memorial Day Weekend
WHO:  Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Contact: 271-3495

 

JOIN IN ON THE FUN BE A MEMORIAL DAY PARADE ENTRY

 

Join in on the Memorial Day Parade through downtown Reedsport.  Businesses, Civic Organizations, and Individuals are invited and encouraged to participate in the parade, Monday, May 25th.  Entry forms are available at the Chamber of Office.

 

 MARINE CORPS BAND CONCERT

 

Sunday, May 24

 

The celebration begins Sunday, May 24th with a community BBQ at Reedsport High School starting at 4:00pm hosted by the Military Order of the Purple Heart with an opportunity to meet the members of the 29 Palms Marine Corps Air, Ground, Combat, Center Band followed by a free concert at 7:00pm in the Pacific Auditorium featuring the Marine Corps Band.  Tickets are required due to limited seating and are available at Umpqua Bank, Bank of America, and the Chamber Office.

 

PARADE & MEMORIAL SERVICE

 

Monday, May 25

 

At 10:00am a Kid's Amusement area across from Hahn Park will feature a 30 foot slide, bounce house, carnival games, the Umpqua Bank Ice Cream Truck, additional treats and surprises, and helicopter rides for aerial views of our area.

 

A VFW formation will be held at Reedsport Cemetery.

 

  A Memorial Day Parade through downtown Reedsport begins at Noon.   Following the parade, a community BBQ at Hahn Memorial Park and at 1:30pm a Memorial Service will begin featuring the 29 Palms Marine Corps Band, The Special Forces Association Parachute Team, and aircraft fly-bys.  Following the Memorial Service, the kid's amusement area and helicopter rides will continue.

 

 A DAY IN WINCHESTER BAY

 

Tuesday, May 26

 

Two free concerts will be performed by the Marine Corps Band.  A performance will be at noon at Phillip Boe Memorial Park and at 6:00pm in front of the Sportsmen's Cannery & Smokehouse with their infamous Seafood BBQ being offered.

 

 ADOPT-A-MARINE

 

This is a Memorial Day Celebration donation program that enables you to Adopt A Marine to help support the patriotic recognition of this honorable holiday. The donations help offset the cost the Memorial Day Celebration and the cost of transportation, lodging and meals for the 29 Palms Marine Corps Band, and The Special Forces Association Parachute Team. Donations can be made at the Umpqua Bank, Bank of America, or The Chamber of Commerce Office.

 

 MEET YOUR ADOPTED MARINE

 

Sunday, May 24 the public is invited to a greet and meet community BBQ. Greet the Marine Corps Band and the Special Forces Association Parachute Team at a community BBQ at Reedsport High School starting at 4:00pm hosted by the Military Order of the Purple Heart.  The BBQ will be followed by a free concert at 7:00pm in the Pacific Auditorium featuring the Marine Corps Band.  Tickets are required due to limited seating and are available at Umpqua Bank, Bank of America, and the Chamber Office.

 

 For more information please contact the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce Office (541) 271-3495

 

 

 

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There are two places to view community events online:
 
http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link
 
http://reedsportonline.com/
 
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Contact: (who should be contacted for further information)
 
Include a story telling people about your event.
 
*******************************
 
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"The soul attracts that which it secretly harbors; that which it loves, and also that which it fears."  --  James Allen

 

"As simple as it sounds, we all must try to be the best person we can: by making the best choices, by making the most of the talents we've been given."  --  Mary Lou Retton

 

"You cannot change anything in your life with intention alone, which can become a watered-down, occasional hope that you'll get to tomorrow. Intention without action is useless."  -- Caroline Myss

Press Release - church accompanist

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION
 
WHAT:  WANTED:  church accompanist
WHERE:  United Presbyterian Church, Reedsport
WHEN:     one weekday rehearsal and Sunday service
Contact: Dr. Bill Stevens 271-3214, churchoffice@reedsportpres.org
 
United Presbyterian Church in Reedsport is seeking an accompanist for weekly rehearsals and Sunday morning services.  Must have piano skills; organ optional.  Compensation offered.  EEO.  Contact Dr. Bill Stevens at 271-3214 for more information.

8 Anouncements - Press Release

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  # 1  of 8   
 
WHAT:  Hospital Week
WHERE: Lower Umpqua Hospital, 600 Ranch Rd.
WHEN:     May 6-May 15
WHO: Recognizing the dedicated employees of LUH
Contact: Delaine, 271-9700
 
May 10-16 is Hospital Week~~the time to celebrate Lower Umpqua Hospital and those who work there for making meeting the health care needs of coastal Douglas County a #1 priority.

 

This is a week full of activities many of which are open to the community.

 

Wednesday, May 6 is a scrub sale in the conference room downstairs from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. A portion of the sale will be donated to the Reedsport Branch Library Renovation Fund.

 

Saturday, May 9, Splint & Sprint 5K Run/Walk. This event starts and ends at Lower Umpqua Hospital. The race costs $15 with a shirt or hat and $5 without. Forms are available at the Family Resource Center or online at www.lowerumpquahospital.org. Race day registration ends at 9:45 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m. For more information, call 271-9700.

 

Tuesday and Wednesday, May 12 and 13, an Imagine Nation Book Fair will be held in the lower hallway by rehab. A portion of the sale will be donated to the Reedsport Jr.-Sr. High School Library. Everyone is invited to stop by and shop at the sale. You will be impressed with the variety of books, gifts and games available for children and adults. Sale hours are Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Thursday, May 14, the Lab will show off its newly remodeled area with an Open House for the community between 2 to 4 p.m.

 

Throughout the week hospital visitors are also invited to enjoy pictures of the pets of hospital staff which will be on display in the lobby area as part of an employee contest.

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  # 2  of 8  
 
WHAT:  National Day of Prayer
WHERE:  Community Building, 451 Winchester Ave. Downtown Reedsport
WHEN:     May 7, from 12:05 PM to 12:45 PM
WHO:  LUMA - Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association
Contact: Pastor Jim at 271-3771 or any pastors in the area

 

Officials for the Community, State and Federal Departments have been invited to the National Day of Prayer.   Pastors from local churches will be leading prayers for families, schools and school children in our Community and also for Firemen, Police, Sheriff Officers, Community Leaders, Local, State, and Federal Leaders, Churches, and Church Leaders, Prayers for you and I will be given.  Come and let your voice join with others to pray and say, "thank you", for what they do for us.

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  # 3  of 8          

 

WHAT:  Oregon 150th Birthday Celebration – Renew Reedsport Together
WHERE:  Reedsport, Oregon
WHEN:   Saturday, May 16th, 2009 – starting at 9 a.m.
WHO:  City of Reedsport, Reedsport Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce, and more
Contact:  Deanna Schafer – 271-3603 or Robin Dollar – 271-3495

 

Free gardening gloves to those who volunteer!

 

SOLV, as one of the partners of the Renew Reedsport Together project, has provided gardening gloves, trash bags, and special Oregon 150 tote bags for the volunteers who are coming together on Saturday morning, May 16th, to participate in the Renew Reedsport Together.

 

Although garden gloves have been available by SOLV, the volunteers should bring with them a hand trowel, a shovel, or any other tool they think they may need.  If you are planning to volunteer on Saturday morning, May 16th, please call the Chamber office at 271-3495 or submit your volunteer registration form at the Chamber Office or City Hall.  It is important that we have a count of the number of volunteers that will be gathering to plant the marigolds---so that we can pre-assign locations.  Please call if you would like to volunteer, but are concerned about your ability to do any planting---we have plenty of other tasks that we need assistance with. 

 

Opening Ceremonies will be held at City Hall starting at 9 a.m.   There will be an uplifting message from Keith Tymchuk, our City's Mayor; the planting of the Oregon Celebration rose, coffee and treats, and then the volunteers will be dispatched with flats of marigolds for planting.  Each volunteer or team of volunteers will be given a set number of marigolds and a designated location to plant them. 

 

Financial support, individual volunteers, and groups of volunteers are still being accepted.  Tax deductible donations are being accepted to help support this non-profit project, as well as other community improvement projects now underway—such as the Library Renovation project, Highway 38 beautification projects, Highway 101 beautification projects, and others. 

 

Donation and Volunteer registration forms are available from City Hall and the Chamber's office.  Get your volunteer teams together and register today.  You may contact Deanna Schaefer, City of Reedsport (271-3603) or Robin Dollar, Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce (271-3495) for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  # 4  of 8  

 

WHAT: Win $2,500.00 Free Advertising!!!
WHERE: Reedsport - Winchester Bay
WHEN: Memorial Day
WHO: Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce
Contact: 800-247-2155

 

The Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce will be awarding $2,500 free advertising for the best patriotic storefront in Reedsport and Winchester Bay during our Memorial Day Celebration May 24-27.  Decorate your storefront with the best patriotic theme for Memorial Day Weekend and you could win a 2,500.00 free advertising package: $500 from Bi-Coastal Media, $500.00 from the Umpqua Post, $500 from the Douglas County News Newspaper, $500 from KDUNE Radio Station, and $500 from The Roseburg Beacon.  Judging will take place on Memorial Day.  All stores located in Reedsport and Winchester Bay are eligible to win this free advertising opportunity.  Spruce up your business with red, white, and blue patriotic themes.  The Chamber has a supply of bunting available for purchase for $25.00 each.  Call the Chamber at 271-3495 for more information.  Good Luck and let's make a great impression on our military guests during this patriotic holiday!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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WHAT:  New Principal hired for Reedsport School District
WHERE:  Reedsport, Oregon
WHEN:  August 2009
WHO:  Reedsport Junior/Senior High School
Contact: Ike Launstein, Superintendent
Reedsport School District
ilaunstein@reedsport.k12.or.us
541-271-3656 Ext 106

 

The Reedsport School District has hired Laura Davis of Orting, Washington as the Principal of Reedsport Junior/Senior High School effective in August. She has been a classroom teacher at both the middle and high school levels. For the past seven years Davis has taught at Lakeridge Middle School in the Sumner School District, in Sumner, Washington. Prior to Lakeridge Middle School she taught in Lake Chelan School District, Mukilteo School District, and the Cle Elum-Roslyn School District all in the State of Washington. During the 2008-2009 school year, Davis served an administrative internship in the Sumner School District.

 

Davis has earned a Bachelor in Education from Eastern Washington University and a Master in Education School Administration from Central Washington University. She has taught a wide variety of subjects at the high school and middle school level in addition to coaching a number of sports. Reedsport School District Superintendent Ike Launstein stated "I am pleased that we on the interview committee have been able to hire a candidate with such a strong leadership and curriculum background." 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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WHAT:  Oral History of Reedsport
WHERE:  Umpqua Discovery Center,  409 Riverfront Way
WHEN:    Thursday, May 21st, 6:30pm
WHO:  Umpqua Discovery Center
Contact: Diane Novak, Director
Umpqua Discovery Center
409 Riverfront Way
Reedsport, OR 97467
541-271-4816

 

Umpqua Discovery Center presents:
 
'Perspectives on Reedsport History - Part II
Thursday, May 21st, 6:30pm
 
Oral Histories with Mabel Andrews, Willard Black, and Shirley Black.
 

 

 

 

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WHAT:  Next Christmas In July Planning Meeting
WHERE:  Church of God 2191 Birch Avenue
WHEN:    Tuesday May 19  6.30pm
WHO:  Christmas In July Committee
Contact: cij.weebly.com or 271 3928

 

The Christmas In July Committee will be meeting to bring all present up to date on the current news of the program. All are welcome to attend.

At the April meeting it was requested that volunteers fill out the volunteer forms as soon as possible, they can be downloaded from the website at cij.weebly.com or picked up from the Family Resource Center on St John's Way. They can be turned in at the Resource Center or the Church of God.

The same applies to the referral forms, applications for home repairs need to be turned in as soon as possible to meet the cutoff date that will be announced soon.  

 

 

 

 

 

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What: Board Member Search
Who: Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association
When: Now until June 1st

The Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association has revised their By-Laws and now have several openings on their Board Of Directors. They are looking for individuals interested in working towards the growth of Old Towne. Applications are available and must be completed and turned in by June 1st to be reviewed at the Association's June 3rd Board Meeting. Contact Kathi Wall-Meyer at 271-3044  or David Westgate at 271-0895 to receive an application.

 

Hello everyone - Well can you believe that another year has passed and we are FINALLY moving into the tourist season?  I predict that it will be OH so good this year.  My sources tell me that people are TRAVELING OREGON and that is a very good thing!

 

So - to get ready for the "crowds" and to also beautify the Old Towne area, the Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association is again holding its Annual Flower Basket Planting and Fund Raiser.  This is our second year and we will be planting the baskets on Saturday, May 16th from 9 to 5 pm.  The very large and beautiful baskets will hang from the Old Towne light poles and this year we have two additional baskets to hang.  (Sugar Shack is coming onboard to help display baskets.)  We will hang as many baskets as donations allow.  There will also be plants for sale.  Sales from plants will go back into purchase of more plants.  The place is the same as last year, in Old Towne at 532 Fir Ave.  (The recently acquired property of Bill & Mikayle Karcher.) If any of you are interested in coming down and planting with us, we could really use the help and welcome the chance to get to know you a little better.  There is NOTHING like getting your hands dirty together to build relationships!  There will be a Fund Raising letter go out this week too.  So, if you can help in any way, we would really appreciate it.  For more information, you can call me at (541) 271-3044.  Thanks - Kathi Wall-Meyer

 

 

 

 

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There are two places to view community events online:
 
http://www.lowerumpquahospital.org/    Click on the Community Calendar link
 
 
http://reedsportonline.com/
 
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