1) St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
2) Care Wear Uniforms available @ Lower Umpqua Hospital
3) Reedsport Athletics Benefit set for April 14
4) First Friday to be hosted by Jitterbug N Java
5) OTRMA Quarterly Meeting and Election of Directors and Officers
6) American music highlighted in Winter concert
3) Reedsport Athletics Benefit set for April 14
4) First Friday to be hosted by Jitterbug N Java
5) OTRMA Quarterly Meeting and Election of Directors and Officers
6) American music highlighted in Winter concert
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WHAT: St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
WHAT: St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
WHERE: Moose Lodge – Greenwood Avenue, Reedsport, OR
When: Saturday, March 17, 2011 – 5-8 pm
WHO: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)
Contact: Kathleen Miller – 541-271-2101 / Tamara Szalewski – 541-271-2485
3rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Pub Craw
The 3rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl is scheduled for Saturday, March 17, 2012, starting at 5 pm. CDABA will once again be presenting this popular fundraising event. Team applications can be picked up at the Mindpower Gallery. Get your teams together now and plan your greenest of outfits.
The "Pub Crawl" venues will be the Moose Lodge, the Eagles Lodge, Half Fast Café, Schooner Inn Café and the Tide's Inn. Teams will check in at the Moose Lodge to receive their starting location. All five venues will be visited between the hours of 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm, when the teams gather again to turn-in their answer sheets.
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 (the Handicap Seating Renovation). There is hope that enough donations are received to also address the need for new light boards to upgrade the lighting equipment at the auditorium and other community needs.
If you are not able to participate and would still like to help make handicap seating available at the auditorium---you can help by sponsoring a team or making a donation by mail---send your tax deductible donation to CDABA at PO Box 5, Reedsport, OR 97467.
Get Ready, Set, Go Green!!
If you have questions contact Tara Szalewski at the Mindpower Gallery (541-271-2485) or Kathleen Miller (541) 271-2101.
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WHAT: Care Wear Uniforms available @ Lower Umpqua Hospital
WHERE: Lower Umpqua Hospital conference room
WHEN: Thursday, March 1 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Contact: 541-271-9700
WHAT: Care Wear Uniforms available @ Lower Umpqua Hospital
WHERE: Lower Umpqua Hospital conference room
WHEN: Thursday, March 1 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Contact: 541-271-9700
Care Wear Uniforms will be in the Lower Umpqua Hospital conference room on Thursday, March 1 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Introduction to Health Occupations Class taught by LUH Director of Nursing, Tara Blohm, RN.
The public is invited to stop by and shop for scrubs, shoes and related items. While the clothing is geared toward those in healthcare, ANYONE can (and do!) wear the shoes. The quality is excellent and so is the selection. And were WONDERFUL SHOES mentioned?!
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WHAT: Reedsport Athletics Benefit set for April 14
WHERE: Reedsport Community Center,
WHEN: Saturday, April 14
Contact: Joe Zelinski
Reedsport Braves Boosters
admin@bravesboosters.com
REEDSPORT – The 2012 Benefit Dinner and Auction supporting athletic activities at Reedsport schools will be held Saturday, April 14 at the Reedsport Community Center. The event is the centerpiece of fundraising activities that maintain many of the athletic programs at Reedsport schools.
WHAT: Reedsport Athletics Benefit set for April 14
WHERE: Reedsport Community Center,
WHEN: Saturday, April 14
Contact: Joe Zelinski
Reedsport Braves Boosters
admin@bravesboosters.com
REEDSPORT – The 2012 Benefit Dinner and Auction supporting athletic activities at Reedsport schools will be held Saturday, April 14 at the Reedsport Community Center. The event is the centerpiece of fundraising activities that maintain many of the athletic programs at Reedsport schools.
"This event is crucial in order for us to continue providing a variety of athletic opportunities for students," says James Hixenbaugh, instructor, coach and athletic director at Reedsport Community Charter School. "The coming school year will see even more district-wide budget cuts in many areas, including funding for athletics. The auction event is our only lifeline to maintaining some activities."
This will be the eleventh year for the auction event, which has also turned into a school-wide reunion for many attendees, bringing together local residents as well as Reedsport alumni who now live outside the area. The event is presented and catered by Bedrock's Restaurants and The Club at Forest Hills Restaurant and Lounge. Organization is done through an all-volunteer committee.
In addition to the dinner and auction on Saturday evening in the Reedsport Community Center, event organizers are also planning a Saturday-morning golf scramble at Forest Hills Golf Course, and live music featuring "Stillwater" at the Reedsport Eagles Lodge following the auction. During the dinner and auction event, a special tribute will honor long-time Reedsport educator and coach Ken MacRae.
Past auction events have included a wide range of items donated by individuals and businesses, including timeshare usage, college and pro sports tickets, artwork, hardware, jewelry, fine wines, golf outings, handmade arts and crafts, fishing gear and trips, hotel accommodations and more.
Dinner tickets are $25 per plate, which includes bidding privileges. $13 of the admission amount directly benefits the athletic programs. All of the other monies raised at the event go toward the athletics fund as well. Tickets are available at Bedrock's Pizzeria in Reedsport, The Club Restaurant and Lounge at Forest Hills Country Club, the main office at Reedsport Community Charter School, or via mail. More information and a printable order form are available at www.bravesboosters.com/auction.
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What: First Friday
What: First Friday
When: Friday, March 2, 2012, 5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Jitterbug N Java, 2211 Winchester Avenue, Reedsport, OR 97467
Who: Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance (CDABA)
Contact: Kathleen Miller, 541-271-2101
First Friday to be hosted by Jitterbug N Java
This month's First Friday . . . Art for Everyone will be held Friday, March 2nd between 5 and 7 pm and hosted by Jitterbug N Java, 2211 Winchester Avenue, Reedsport, OR 97467. Darlene Chapman is excited to invite everyone to come see the art she has on display and to enjoy the showings of the guest artists.
Jerry Schneider of Lakeside, will display his handmade pine needle baskets and drums. He will have on hand both hoop drums and temple drums (also known as monkey drums). Jerry will display his drums as pieces of art and also demonstrate the drums as musical instruments. Jerry plans to have drums for sale and drum kits for sale---which can be assembled during the event.
Jessica Lloyd-Rogers, also of Lakeside, will display her handmade purses. Jessica describes her purses as "all of them are one of a kind" and most are made with rescued materials, such as hand spun yarn and antique buttons.
Aeron Blackman, one of this year's CDABA Photography Winners will have photography works on display.
Following the First Friday event will be live music until 9 pm by Worn Out Frets from Coos Bay, Oregon.
CDABA is seeking artists and donations of art to support its various events. Please contact Kathleen Miller at kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com if you are an artist and are interested in participating in the June Art Walk (6/15) event or if you have a piece of art that you would like to donate to support CDABA's art events.
First Friday events are FREE to attend. CDABA sponsors the First Friday art events at different locations. Future Dates: St. Patrick's Day fundraiser on Saturday, March 17th, April 6th (Reedsport Natural Food store-RCCS students), May 4th (local authors at a location TBA), June 1st (Reedsport Natural Food store-Artist Kathleen Olsson), June 15th – Art Walk in old downtown Reedsport, July 6th-Rusty Frog, Winchester Bay, 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 (Lower Umpqua Hospital), and December 7th (Anniversary Celebration).
For more information contact Kathleen Miller at kkmiller@reedsportlaw.com or (541) 271-2101.
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WHAT: Quarterly Meeting and Election of Directors and Officers
WHERE: City of Reedsport Counsel Meeting Room
WHEN: Thursday, February 23, 2012 At 5PM
WHO: Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association OTRMA
Contact: Kathi Wall-Meyer at (541) 271-304
WHAT: Quarterly Meeting and Election of Directors and Officers
WHERE: City of Reedsport Counsel Meeting Room
WHEN: Thursday, February 23, 2012 At 5PM
WHO: Old Towne Reedsport Merchant Association OTRMA
Contact: Kathi Wall-Meyer at (541) 271-304
OTRMA is meeting at 5 PM on Thursday, February 23rd at 5 PM to elect Board Directors and Officers. Other business as indicated on the Agenda is also scheduled. Anyone who is interested in joining OTRMA and/or becoming a Board Director and/or Officer is encouraged to attend. Application and Meeting Agenda is available via email,by attending the meeting,or by calling Kathi Wall-Meyer at (541) 271-304.
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WHAT: American music highlighted in Winter concert
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
A program of American music by the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) will be featured in the Winter concert. The Reedsport concert is 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 Winter program are now available at the Reedsport branch of Umpqua Bank. They can be purchased during regular business hours at the bank's Information Desk through Friday, February 24.
Admission price is $10 per person. Tickets will also be available at the door one hour before concert time.
Premier performances of new works by Florence composers Robin DeVour and Charles Perkins are also highlighted in this concert. Other American composers include Aaron Copland, John Corigliano, Percy Grainger, and John Knowles Paine.
Premier performances of new works by Florence composers Robin DeVour and Charles Perkins are also highlighted in this concert. Other American composers include Aaron Copland, John Corigliano, Percy Grainger, and John Knowles Paine.
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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