Arts & Culture

'Beauty and the Beast Jr.' coming to Events Center

'Beauty and the Beast Jr.' coming to Events Center

From a press release

Do you believe in Fairy Tales?  C.R.O.W. (Children's Repertory of Oregon Workshops) is proud to present one of the most beloved tales of our time, live on the main-stage of the Florence Events Center for one weekend only in April.

This production will feature professional-caliber sets, lighting, special effects, costumes, and choreography, not to mention over 50 wonderfully talented youth. 

Valentine's Day activities at aquarium

Valentine's Day activities at aquarium

From a press release

The Oregon Coast Aquarium is offering activities to chase away the winter blues this month, including Valentine’s Day sea lion kisses, a “Pop the Question” special for sweethearts and $5 admission for Lincoln County Residents is being offered on “Wonderful Wednesdays.”

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Winter Folk Festival Jan. 14-15

Winter Folk Festival Jan. 14-15

Two legendary folk groups will headline the 2012 Florence Winter Folk Festival on January 14 and 15 at the Florence Events Center. Tom Chapin and Friends will appear at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 14. On Sunday, January 15 at 3:30 p.m., We Five will be featured.

Yoruba African Art Exhibition at LCC

The Lane Community College Art Gallery presents the Yoruba African Art Exhibition.  
 
This exhibition features pieces from the private collection of Mary Johnston of Florence.

The exhibition will contain works from the Yoruba Tribe of South Nigeria. The pieces give a historical overview of ceremonies, customs and beliefs that are relevant to the Yoruba people.
 
The show runs from January 9 to February 2.

The gallery is located in building 11 on the main campus, 4000 E. 30th Avenue. There is no charge for admission. The Art and Applied Design Department phone number is 541-463-5409.

No replacement for TotalHip

No replacement for TotalHip

TotalHip plays Cozmic Pizza, 199 W. 8th Ave. in Eugene, on Friday, Nov. 25, 2011 for their 2nd Annual Turkey Overload Dance Party.

The tryptophan-busting show time is 8 pm, with a $5 cover charge.

Total Hip is an aggregation of 8 still-freaky ‘boomers’ who are chagrined to find themselves qualifying for senior discounts at buffet restaurants. The enterprise started as a series of impromptu jam sessions among a small group old friends who have played music on and off, together and separately in various incarnations, since the '60s.

'Dead in the Sled' murder mystery in December

'Dead in the Sled' murder mystery in December

"Dead in the Sled:  Ho, Ho, Ho...OH NO!" - Comedy Murder Mystery - runs Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17 in Eugene, Florence and Coos Bay.

The play, performed by the Poison Pen Players, was written by Rose Ellen Jacobson and directed by Melanie Heard.

Sea of Lights at aquarium in Newport

Sea of Lights at aquarium in Newport

The Oregon Coast Aquarium will be decked out for the holidays surrounded by a sea of twinkling lights, holiday music, a new photography exhibit and unique gift ideas. The 19th Annual Sea of Lights is a festive holiday celebration Friday and Saturday, December 2 and 3 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm both evenings. A tradition for many families, visitors come from all over the region during the holiday season to visit the Aquarium, shop and spend time together at the beach. Admission to the Sea of Lights is $2 and two items of non-perishable food, or pet food, or a new unwrapped toy, or $5. Admission is free to members.