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June 2019
Habitat For Humanity/ReStore Host Business After Hours!
Break from the heat and chill-out at the Dog Days of Summer Party at the ReStore. The Florence Habitat for Humanity ReStore invites you to their Business After Hours on Wednesday, June 20 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Habitat ReStore on HWY 101 just behind McDonalds, next to Grocery Outlet. The entire community is welcome to celebrate another successful year withyummy treats and networking - plus your favorite ice-cold summer refreshments and homemade desserts! The ReStore is a non-profit donation-based home improvement thrift store. All items (such as furniture, hardware, appliances, home furnishings, construction supplies, etc.) are donated by local area businesses and individuals. All profit from the ReStore's operation goes directly to support Florence Habitat for Humanity's charity mission of building affordable housing for families in our local community. Recycle - Reuse - Renew @ The ReStore!
Find out more »July 2019
2019 Fireworks Funding Needed!
It is with great pleasure the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce presents the 2019 Annual Independence Day Fireworks! Special thanks to the Port of Siuslaw for providing the launching location! Each year, with additional help from many generous business owners and private citizens, our Florence Area Chamber of Commerce funds and produces the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration. For the past several years, we've been able to present an outstanding display over the Port of Siuslaw which draws thousands of spectators to our beautiful town. The 4th of July is a special day for Americans to celebrate our nation’s birthday and honor the patriotism of those who made our independence possible. Economic conditions have been it difficult for many smaller communities to continue to fund a fireworks display, but our Chamber Board is committed to maintaining this long standing tradition in Florence. An old-fashioned watermelon and pie eating contest earlier in the day will kick-off the festivities and set…
Find out more »Annual Wings & Wheels Fly In and Car Show
Wings & Wheels - growing, annual community event combining aircraft and vehicles of all types. Held the same day as the Museum's annual Anniversary celebration. The Motorpool group provides convoy rides to show attendees and is a huge hit as well as great opportunity to showcase our vehicles plus promote the Museum next door.
Find out more »Sparkle on the Siltcoos – Independence Day Celebration
Darlings Marina is bringing the Sparkle to the Siltcoos in celebration of our nation’s independence with a professional firework display on Saturday, July 6th, 2019. Everyone with a view of our north shore skyline will be able to enjoy this patriotic show. We're accepting donations to help offset the cost. The more donations we receive, the bigger the show! To donate or inquire about sponsorships, please call 541-997-2841 or go to https://www.gofundme.com/2019-sparkle-on-the-siltcoos. Thank you for your support !
Find out more »Disaster Resilience for Businesses – Noon Forum Lunch & Learn
The Oregon Coast is a dynamic and ever changing region. Threats from winter storms, flooding and landslides affect coastal communities each year. Alongside this, they face the real and impending threat of preparing for an earthquake and tsunami from the Cascadia Subduction Zone. While there is little we can do to stop natural disasters from occurring, there are steps that can be taken to reduce the initial risk and damages. Join the chamber and learn how your business can not only survive but thrive through this crisis. Presented by Josh Bruce Director, Oregon Partnership for Disaster Resilience. Best Western Pier Point Inn at 11:45am, delicious lunch is available for $14. Open to the public!
Find out more »Dog Park Clean up – Power of Florence Day
It is a day dedicated to giving back, reaching out, helping others, and making a difference. Let's get together to clean up the dog park! Dog Park will be closed to the public this day. Action Items for the day • Remove old bark chips from landscaping • Trim all bushes and trees back from fencing area • Sand and repaint benches • dig around water dishes and install a plastic wall in the ground and fill with gravel to help with mud. • Small dog park area needs to be filled with sand/or dirt to level the landscaping and possibly plant grass and have it closed off for 6 weeks to germinate. Supplies Needed: Paint and Brushes Sandpaper Clippers, gloves, rakes, shovel Wheel barrels & haul away trailer Fundraising Event Table to accept donations & Pizza for lunch! More to Follow!
Find out more »August 2019
Florence Regional Arts Alliance Hosts Business After Hours
Florence Regional Arts Alliance (FRAA) is pleased to host Business After Hours.Come join the FRAA members and enjoy an evening with friends, great food and drinks, music by Denny Weaver and fun. Visit with local artists and learn about classes we offer and other events we host in Florence. See what we are all about! Business After Hours are FREE and open to the public.
Find out more »Travel Lane County and the Best Western Pier Point Inn Host Business After Hours
Travel Lane County and the Best Western Pier Point Inn are teaming up to bring you the August Business After Hours. Join us for one of the premier views of Florence and the Siuslaw River! Food will be exquisitely prepared by the Pier Point staff and Lane County beer and wine will be featured. You may even walk away with a bottle if you’re present for drawing! Learn about how Lane County’s visitor industry has topped $1 billion and how the Florence Area Chamber and Travel Lane County team up to promote Oregon’s Coastal Playground! Best of all, Business After Hours is free! Come make a new connection.
Find out more »September 2019
Dare To Care – Golf Tournament at Ocean Dunes
Inaugural Three Rivers Casino Resort "Dare to Care" Golf Tournament at Ocean Dunes Golf Links. Join us on September 10th and help us get the ball rolling, all proceeds from this tournament will go to the Three Rivers Casino Resort Employee Emergency Assistance Fund. Entry Fee: $50.00 per player, Includes Golf, Cart and Lunch. Format: 18-Hole 4-Player scramble format Scoring: Prizes will go to the top teams in both Gross and Net scoring. Games: There will be a variety of fun games throughout the event, including chipping contest, putting contest, longest drive prizes, longest putt prizes, 50/50 Raffle and more! If you do not have a full team, please just fill out info for the players you have and submit with payment. Partial teams will be put together to form full teams by tournament committee. Call Ocean Dunes for More Information
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2019 Rods ‘N Rhodies 12th Annual Invitational Car Show!
SEPTEMBER 13-14 Rods ’n Rhodies and Community-wide Garage Sale Weekend Florence will be in top gear and revved-up for you during the 12th Annual Invitational Rods ‘N Rhodies Car Show September 13-14. Rods ’N Rhodies Weekend includes the fifth annual Community-wide Garage Sale with dozens of residential and commercial sales all around town. Top Hot Rods and Classic Cars to Shine! The event showcases up to 125 of the best high-end hot rods and custom cruisers from 1976 and earlier. Because Rods ’N Rhodies is an invitational, you know you’ll see some of the West Coast’s most gorgeous, amazing, awe-inspiring hot rods at different venues all weekend. Be sure to snap up a copy of the garage sale guide at the Siuslaw News office (148 Maple St.) or online at TheSiuslawNews.com, or the Chamber of Commerce office (290 Highway 101) and enjoy your own personal episode of the famous “American…
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