On Monday, Dec. 21, from 4:45 to 6
p.m., the annual Winter Solstice Lantern Walk will take place through
Historic Old Town Florence. The group assembles — wearing both masks and
weather-appropriate gear — at Bridgeport Market.
Bring lanterns, glow in the dark
sticks, flashlights, light up toys, etc. Costumes, creativity, musical
instruments, bells and whistles encouraged.
The walk will end at the Siuslaw River Bridge Interpretive Center.
Hosted by Serene Abundance Studio
For more information, go to www.facebook.com/SereneAbundance
Christmas Day Community Appreciation Dinner Dec. 25 — Christmas Day
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; open to public
The community is invited to drive by for a complimentary cooked Christmas dinner to take home and warm
Florence Elks Lodge #1858, 1686 12th St.; www.florenceelks.com
Books and DVDs at the Siuslaw Public Library to help with Holiday Stress, as well as low-cost recipes, crafts and family fun. Check these two printable lists, (Surviving Uncertain Times 2020 and Winter Holidays Bibliography) and then call the library (541-997-3132) to request up to three items per checkout. Staff will pull your selections if available, and you can pick them up in the lobby. See the Siuslaw Public Library District Home page for additional information on checkout and pick up procedures. Also, check out the library's Youtube site for video presentations of new holiday books and videos, as well as a special holiday concert this Saturday, Dec. 5, at 7pm.
This list will be updated.