Book Sale
The annual Labor Day book sale held by the Friends of the Siuslaw Public Library is returning this year. It opens to the public at 10 AM Saturday and Sunday, but dues paying members of the Friends Group will get early access on Saturday. They’ll be able to shop early, beginning at 9 AM according to “friends” spokesperson Annie Schmidt.
“And, people can actually pick up a membership, right there at the sale.”
Family memberships are only $15. Schmidt says the variety up for sale is broad.
“Hundreds of books. Fiction, non-fiction, biography, travel, cookbooks, kids books, thrillers, romances, thrillers.”
And, she adds, a selection of CDs and DVDs. Proceeds from the weekend sale go to support programs at Siuslaw Public Library.
Photo Contest
If you are an amateur or professional photographer the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce has announced its annual contest with a cash prize of $250.00. the Chamber is looking for views of popular desinations along Oregon’s Coastal Playground. Deadline for submissions is October 31st. in order to be eligible photos must have been taken within 25 miles of Florence. Specific details about the contest are available at florencechamber.com.
Coast Popular for Labor Day
According to Marie Dodds with AAA Oregon, the Oregon Coast is one of the most searched destinations for Labor Day. It beat out Las Vegas for the number 4 spot. Dodds says despite weeks of falling prices for gas Oregon travelers this weekend will pay the most they have ever paid for gas over this particular weekend. Oregon prices dropped another 5 cents over the previous week, but are still at $4.78 a gallon for regular. The only other time that Oregon was above $4.00 was Labor Day 2012 when the price was $4.02. average price for a gallon of regular gas in Florence is $4.49 a gallon. Lower pump prices this week marks the 9th straight week of falling prices.
Boating Safety Reminder
Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end to the travel season, but families and individuals will be out in droves. The Oregon Marine Board is reminding those who choose water activities as part of their weekend should remember to wear your life jacket, familiarize yourself with the stretch of water you will be adventuring and know the rules that apply for your type of equipment. Boating safety Program manager Brian Paulsen with the Oregon State Marine Board also reminds boaters that there is a hefty fine for those that choose to drink and operate a watercraft which can include up to 3 years jail time.