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Tuesday
Register for seminar
The South Coast Employer Council, WorkSource Oregon Employment Department, Bay Area and Brookings-Harbor Chambers of Commerce, Business Development Center and Southwestern Oregon Community College invite all employers to attend a “Discipline and Discharge” seminar.
The seminar, presented by attorney Katherine Tank, will be from 7:30 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 4, in the large conference room of the North Bend Public Library. The event will offer employers tips to keep out of court in matters of discipline or performance issues with employees. Pre-registration is required by Tuesday, Oct. 28. For more information and to register, call Becky Lunetta at 756-8459 ext 517.
Wednesday
“Scenic walks” film
The North Bend Library’s video voyage of the month is “Scenic Walks of the World,” which will be shown at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, at the library. The films includes walks in Alaska, Ireland and Austria. The event is free and sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For information, call 756-0400.
Needlework class
Colette’s will host “Magickal Needlework,” a class designed to teach folks how to infuse their needlework with “magick” and good intentions. The class will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. Class instructor is Catima Biersdorff, who has been teaching needlework for many years, a press release said. The cost is $10 per person. For more information, call 751-1475.
Thursday
Anti-oppression lecture
The Women’s Safety and Resource Center will present lectures on anti-oppression training at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, at the center at 1681 Newmark Ave., in Coos Bay. Topics include disabled oppression, dynamics of suicide and intervention and same sex oppression. For more information, e-mail: connie@womensafety.org.
Saturday
Craft fair in N.B.
The American Legion No. 34 will host a craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at 1421 Airport Way in North Bend. For more information, call 269-1838.
Holiday collectibles sale
A Christmas collectibles sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. in North Bend. Items included are for the Furry Friends Therapy Dogs fundraiser. For more information, call 266-7440.
Pie contest in Coquille
The Harvest Moon Pie Contest and Auction will take place Saturday, Nov. 1, in Coquille.
Contestants can submit two pies in each of the two categories — apple or pumpkin. One pie will be used for judging and the other will be auctioned. Pies may be entered in the competition from 10 a.m. until noon at the Community Center’s small auditorium. Judging will take place form 2 to 4 p.m. and the auction will start at 4.
Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in each category. The winner of the apple pie category will win a Sharp microwave donated by Henry A. Schroeder & Sons. Proceeds will benefit the Coquille Chamber of Commerce. The community center is located at 115 N. Birch St.
This event is sponsored by Coquille Valley Hospital, US Bank and Bicoastal Media.
Book signing in C.B.
The Bandon Historical Society Museum will host a book signing by author Bill Lansing of Coos Bay from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1.
Lansing has written three books on the history of Coos County, the latest is “Remember When: Coos County Schools 1859-1940.” At the beginning of the museum program, he’ll present a slide show and discuss his latest work. Questions from the audience will then be taken.
“Remember When: Coos County Schools 1859-1940” captures the flavor of the original schools that were scattered throughout the county, the author said in a press release. His extensive research included interviews with more than 150 people.
The first book in Lansing’s series, “Seeing the Forest for the Trees,” brings into focus how and when Coos County was settled specifically for its bountiful timber and coal resources.
All three of Lansing’s books will be available for purchase and signing on Nov. 1.
Bandon’s museum is located at 270 Fillmore Ave. S.E. and U.S. Highway 101, at the downtown stop light. For more information, call 347-2164.
Firefighters reunion
The Coquille Firefighters are inviting all past/retired Coquille Firefighters, along with their significant others, to a reunion dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at Coquille Firestation #1. For more information, call 396-2232.
Salute to veterans
The Coos County Historical Society will host a Big Band dance and salute to veterans from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at the North Bend Community Center. The dance will feature the music of the Frosty West Swing Sextet. The dance is open to the public. Admission is $10 for CCHS members and military veterans, and $12 for non-members. Tickets are available at the museum and the door. The evening will include light refreshments, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Swing-era attire is encouraged. For more information, call 756-6320.
Register for seminar
The South Coast Employer Council, WorkSource Oregon Employment Department, Bay Area and Brookings-Harbor Chambers of Commerce, Business Development Center and Southwestern Oregon Community College invite all employers to attend a “Discipline and Discharge” seminar.
The seminar, presented by attorney Katherine Tank, will be from 7:30 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 4, in the large conference room of the North Bend Public Library. The event will offer employers tips to keep out of court in matters of discipline or performance issues with employees. Pre-registration is required by Tuesday, Oct. 28. For more information and to register, call Becky Lunetta at 756-8459 ext 517.
Wednesday
“Scenic walks” film
The North Bend Library’s video voyage of the month is “Scenic Walks of the World,” which will be shown at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, at the library. The films includes walks in Alaska, Ireland and Austria. The event is free and sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For information, call 756-0400.
Needlework class
Colette’s will host “Magickal Needlework,” a class designed to teach folks how to infuse their needlework with “magick” and good intentions. The class will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. Class instructor is Catima Biersdorff, who has been teaching needlework for many years, a press release said. The cost is $10 per person. For more information, call 751-1475.
Thursday
Anti-oppression lecture
The Women’s Safety and Resource Center will present lectures on anti-oppression training at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, at the center at 1681 Newmark Ave., in Coos Bay. Topics include disabled oppression, dynamics of suicide and intervention and same sex oppression. For more information, e-mail: connie@womensafety.org.
Saturday
Craft fair in N.B.
The American Legion No. 34 will host a craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at 1421 Airport Way in North Bend. For more information, call 269-1838.
Holiday collectibles sale
A Christmas collectibles sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at College Park Community Church, 2548 Newmark St. in North Bend. Items included are for the Furry Friends Therapy Dogs fundraiser. For more information, call 266-7440.
Pie contest in Coquille
The Harvest Moon Pie Contest and Auction will take place Saturday, Nov. 1, in Coquille.
Contestants can submit two pies in each of the two categories — apple or pumpkin. One pie will be used for judging and the other will be auctioned. Pies may be entered in the competition from 10 a.m. until noon at the Community Center’s small auditorium. Judging will take place form 2 to 4 p.m. and the auction will start at 4.
Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in each category. The winner of the apple pie category will win a Sharp microwave donated by Henry A. Schroeder & Sons. Proceeds will benefit the Coquille Chamber of Commerce. The community center is located at 115 N. Birch St.
This event is sponsored by Coquille Valley Hospital, US Bank and Bicoastal Media.
Book signing in C.B.
The Bandon Historical Society Museum will host a book signing by author Bill Lansing of Coos Bay from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1.
Lansing has written three books on the history of Coos County, the latest is “Remember When: Coos County Schools 1859-1940.” At the beginning of the museum program, he’ll present a slide show and discuss his latest work. Questions from the audience will then be taken.
“Remember When: Coos County Schools 1859-1940” captures the flavor of the original schools that were scattered throughout the county, the author said in a press release. His extensive research included interviews with more than 150 people.
The first book in Lansing’s series, “Seeing the Forest for the Trees,” brings into focus how and when Coos County was settled specifically for its bountiful timber and coal resources.
All three of Lansing’s books will be available for purchase and signing on Nov. 1.
Bandon’s museum is located at 270 Fillmore Ave. S.E. and U.S. Highway 101, at the downtown stop light. For more information, call 347-2164.
Firefighters reunion
The Coquille Firefighters are inviting all past/retired Coquille Firefighters, along with their significant others, to a reunion dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, at Coquille Firestation #1. For more information, call 396-2232.
Salute to veterans
The Coos County Historical Society will host a Big Band dance and salute to veterans from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1 at the North Bend Community Center. The dance will feature the music of the Frosty West Swing Sextet. The dance is open to the public. Admission is $10 for CCHS members and military veterans, and $12 for non-members. Tickets are available at the museum and the door. The evening will include light refreshments, and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Swing-era attire is encouraged. For more information, call 756-6320.
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