7 Announcements - press release

1) City Waives Garage Sale Permits
2) 61st Annual National Day of Prayer
3) Pops concert closes orchestra season
4) Peter Ruppe to Speak at Braves Boosters' Recognition Program
5) First Friday . . . Art is for Everyone
6) RIVERFRONT RHYTHMS FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS
7) Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum open daily for the season

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #1 of 7   
 
WHO:             City of Reedsport

EVENT:         Garage Sale Permit Requirements Waived

WHEN:          Friday, May 25, 2012 – Monday, May 28, 2012

CONTACT:   City Hall - 541-271-3600

 

City Waives Garage Sale Permits

 

The Council members of the City of Reedsport passed a Resolution waiving all city Garage Sale Permit Requirements starting at 6 am on Friday, May 25th through 8 pm on Monday, May 28th.  The waiving of the permit fee and requirements is in an effort to sponsor a city-wide garage sale and cleanup effort near or around Memorial Day weekend.

 

Plan now to clean out your attics and garages for this special weekend.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #2 of 7   
 
WHAT: 61st Annual National Day of Prayer
WHERE:  Pacific Auditorium located at Reedsport Community Charter School.
WHEN:    Thursday, May 3  7:00 pm
WHO: Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association
Contact Person:  Terry Plotz 541-271-4414 or 541-662-0095

The citizens of Reedsport and the surrounding area are encouraged to join the Pastors of the Lower Umpqua Ministerial Association in praying for our country on this year's National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 3. We will be gathering at 7:00 pm at the Pacific Auditorium located at Reedsport Community Charter School. The Concert of Prayer format will include short times of worship mixed into many different prayer topics and formats led by the pastors of many different churches.

 

The National Day of Prayer is a vital part of our national heritage. Since the first call to prayer in 1775, when the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in forming a nation, the call to prayer has continued through our history. In 1952 a joint resolution by Congress, signed by President Truman, declared an annual, national day of Prayer. In 1988 the law was amended to permanently set it on the first Thursday of every May.

 

On this National Day of Prayer, Americans come together to humble ourselves and turn to the Lord on behalf of our country, knowing that it is in God that we trust, not ourselves. This years theme is from Psalm 33 verse 12 "Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance."  With so many needs and so much going on in the world, what better thing to do than gather and turn to God on behalf of our country, community, families, churches and schools.  For more information call any member of the ministerial association or Terry Plotz at 541-271-4414.

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #3 of 7   
 
WHAT: Pops concert closes orchestra season
WHERE:  Pacific Auditorium, 2260 Longwood Avenue,
WHEN:   Sunday, May 6, at 2 P.M.
WHO:  Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
Contact: 541-997-6770   WWW.OCCO.WS

A Spring concert matinee will mark the end of the eleventh season of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO). The Reedsport concert is scheduled for Sunday, May, 6, 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 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, May, 4. Admission price is $10 per person. Tickets will also be on sale at the door one hour before concert time.

Appearances by several Oregon jazz soloists are a special part of this event. Stu Curtis will be heard on alto sax in the John Monk's arrangement of "Gone with the Wind." Guitarist Devern Pinnock will play Astor Piazzolla's haunting "Oblivion" accompanied by the Strings in another Monks' chart. Monks will also appear as Bass Trumpet soloist in Hoagy Carmichael's "One morning in May," arranged by OCCO Conductor, Robin DeVour.

The second half of the program will be devoted to theme songs and popular hits of the Big Bands, including Les Brown's "I've got my love to keep me warm," Glenn Miller's "String of Pearls," Claude Thornhill's "Snowfall" and several others.

For more about OCCO, visit the orchestra's website,
WWW.OCCO.WS . You may also call 541-997-6770 if you have further questions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #4 of 7   
 
WHAT:  Peter Ruppe to Speak at Braves Boosters' Recognition Program
WHERE:  Reedsport's Pacific Auditorium.
WHEN:    6:30pm  May 24
WHO: Braves Boosters

Peter Ruppe, the son of legendary Reedsport educator and coach Rudy Ruppe, will speak at Pacific Auditorium on May 24.  The public is invited and encouraged to attend to hear his insightful and inspirational remarks, as part of the Braves Boosters' annual recognition program.

 

Ruppe, a 1975 Reedsport High School graduate, is currently CEO of Winforever, a company he co-founded with Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, and AEG Worldwide.  Prior to leading Winforever, Ruppe spent 27 years at Nike Corporation.  Throughout his career, Ruppe has focused on expanding human potential through innovation, creativity and leadership.

 

In addition to speaking, Ruppe will help present the Braves Boosters' annual Rudy Ruppe Award during the program.  The award is given annually to the graduating athletes who best demonstrate the qualities of sportsmanship, courage and fortitude.

 

The May 24 program is free and open to the public, and begins at 6:30pm at Reedsport's Pacific Auditorium.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #5 of 7   
 
WHO:             Coastal Douglas Arts & Business Alliance

EVENT:         First Friday . . . Art is for Everyone

WHEN:          Friday, May 4 2012 – 5-7 p.m.

WHERE:       Mindpower Gallery, 417 Fir Avenue

(Highway 38), Reedsport, OR

CONTACT:   Tamara Szalewski - 541-271-2485

 

First Friday to Feature Art and Music

 

Friday, May 4th is the next First Friday . . . Art for Everyone event.  First Friday will feature a performing artist, Candace Kreitlow.  Ms. Kreitlow plays celtic and pop and folk music on harp and guitar.  Ms. Kreitlow will share her talents on Friday, May 4th at Mindpower Gallery between 5-7 pm at 417 Fir Avenue (Highway 38), Reedsport, OR, 97467. 

 

Candace Kreitlow also performs as one piece of the duo Heartwood, together with Katie Waldren.  Hartwood creates elegant, energetic music with a myriad of instruments including the Celtic harp, lap & hammered dulcimer, guitar, fiddle and an exceptional blend of voices. Heartwood's repertoire includes traditional and contemporary American and British Isles folk music, as well an abundance of original material, all displaying a strong Celtic/Appalachian flair.  Though folk in nature, Heartwood's music has a classic and elegant sound.  Heartwood has produced three unique recordings together; Waterdance, Heartwood, and Night Dancer and are included in Narada's collection of international harpists CD entitled Faces of the Harp. 

 

Learn more at Candace Kreitlow at www.heartwoodproductions.com.

 

For more information about the First Friday event contact Tamara Szalewski at 541-271-2485.

 

CDABA sponsors the First Friday art events (free to attend) at different locations.  Future Dates:  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-local Authors), September XX (Winchester Bay Community Center-Art Auction), October 5th (Reedsport Natural Food store-Artist-Chris Lechuga), November 2nd (Lower Umpqua Hospital), and December 7th (Anniversary Celebration).

 

Check out CDABA's Facebook Page and its website (www.orgsites.com/or/cdaba).

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #6 of 7   
 
WHAT:  RIVERFRONT RHYTHMS FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS
WHERE:  Umpqua Discovery Center, 409 Riverfront Way, Reedsport, OR 97467
WHEN:    Thursday's 6:00pm to 7:30pm
June 21st—'Timberwolf'
July 12th—'Worn Out Frets'
July 26th—'Small Town Rumors'
August 16th—'Young Bucs'
WHO:
Contact: 541-271-4816

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION  #7 of 7   
 
Umpqua River Lighthouse Museum open daily for the season.
 
Now's the time to get that special photo of the Lighthouse, as the Kwanzan Cherry tree is in full bloom.

 

You can follow us on FaceBook: Umpqua River Light.
You can find us on YouTube: Umpqua River Lighthouse (an 8th Grade project)
You can drive right up next to the Lighthouse: 1020 Lighthouse Road, Winchester Bay, Oregon
You can call us for more information: 541-271-4631

 

Dates:
May through October - daily
November & December - Friday through Sunday
Winter Whale Watch Week - daily
Spring Whale Watch Week - daily
March & April - Friday through Sunday

 

Hours:
10 am - 4 pm - Lighthouse Tours
10 am - 4:30 pm - Museum
 
Admission:
Museum: Free

 

Lighthouse Tours:
$5 - Adults
$3 - Seniors & Students
Children ages 3 - 5 are Free (must be able to walk up the stairs holding on to the railing).
Tour size is limited to up to 10 people/tour; tours last 30 - 40 minute. Guided Lighthouse tours only. Lighthouse tours originate at the Museum. Register for Lighthouse Tours in Museum Lobby.
Visitor Safety Information:
Sturdy shoes required: No high heels, flip-flops, thongs or bare feet. Children, tote bags, backpacks are not allowed to be carried up in the tower. Other safety restrictions apply.
Weather conditions: No lighthouse tours with sustained winds of 35 mph or more.

 

 

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www.cityofreedsport.org
 
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