2026 Fresh Impressions Youth Art Exhibition Reception
Florence Events Center 715 Quince St, Florence
Week of Events
2026 Fresh Impressions Youth Art Exhibition
Take a Fresh Look at Youth Art!
The Gallery Committee of Florence Arts, Culture & Entertainment (FACE), is thrilled to announce the 2026 Fresh Impressions Youth Art Exhibition is now open for viewing!
This annual exhibition is a Florence favorite, showcasing the incredible artistic skills of students at Siuslaw Middle and High Schools as well as area homeschool students.
Show Dates: April 1st to May 25th, 2026. Make it a point to visit the FEC during business hours (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, weekdays) to view this exciting show with over 100 works on display. Galleries One and Five open to the public and admittance is free. Due to private events held at the FEC, some locations may be temporarily closed to the public. Apologies for any inconvenience.
2026 Fresh Impressions Youth Art Exhibition Reception
Gala Reception, April 30th, 2026: An Artists Reception and Awards Ceremony is planned for April 23rd from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, with awards announced at 6:00 PM. This all-ages event is free and open to the public, and visitors will have plenty of time to view the art, enjoy refreshments, chat with the artists, and perhaps purchase one of their works.
Proceeds from all art sales go directly to the Youth Artists.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
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May 3, 2026 -MSD: Rummage round up and sale
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May 3, 2026 -Soromundi the Musical
MSD: Rummage round up and sale
The Mapleton basketball programs will be hosting a Community Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 2nd, and Sunday, May 3rd.We are now collecting gently used items from Monday, April 13th through April 30th. All donations can be dropped off at the Mapleton High School.Spring cleaning season is here — let us help you clear out the clutter while you help support our student‑athletes. […]
Soromundi the Musical
Soromundi the Musical, composed by Lisa Hellemn, tells the story of Soromundi Lesbian Chorus of Eugene, one of America’s oldest queer community choirs. Featuring songs in styles from Gilbert & Sullivan to rap, choral, and country, it highlights the chorus's milestones and challenges. You won't want to miss this stage production with 100 cast members.
Monday, May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026 -WLECN Monthly Neighborhood Emergency Radio Check-in
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May 4, 2026 -REFIT Low
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May 4, 2026 -REFIT High
WLECN Monthly Neighborhood Emergency Radio Check-in
West Lane Emergency Communications Network is a local neighborhood radio network that conducts a monthly radio check-in on the first Monday of each month at 1:00 pm PST. During an emergency where our normal communications services are compromised or eliminated, this radio network would enable neighbors to communicate with each other, other neighborhoods, and the […]
REFIT Low
Get your body moving with a low-impact, high-energy dance workout. Our class is filled with great music, tons of laughs and a whole lot of grace. We're about progress, not perfection! Not a dancer? No worries. Our moves are simple and easy to catch on to. And if you get lost just groove to the […]
REFIT High
Get your sweat on with this high-impact, high-energy cardio dance class. We love to push ourselves hard and watch our strength grow. Our class is filled with great music, tons of laughs and a whole lot of grace. We're about progress, not perfection! Not a dancer? No worries. Our moves are simple and easy to […]
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Library Storytime (Florence)
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May 5, 2026 -FLorence Methodist Free Lunch Program
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May 5, 2026 -Rotary Club of Florence Weekly Meeting
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May 5, 2026 -Tech Help Lab
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May 5, 2026 -Pokemon Club
Library Storytime (Florence)
Join us for about 30 minutes of singing, rhyming, reading, and play followed by a craft or project.
FLorence Methodist Free Lunch Program
Yes, there is such a thing as a free lunch. The Florence Methodist church has been providing a free lunch to anyone who wishes to come every Tuesday and Thursday for over 30 years. Come enjoy a fresh-cooked meal in our dining room. Lunch is served from 11:30 to 12:30 every Tuesday and Thursday. We […]
Rotary Club of Florence Weekly Meeting
Join us for our weekly Rotary meeting where we provide inspiring, educational, and informative programs for our members and their guests.
Tech Help Lab
Got questions about your phone, tablet, or computer? Want to learn more about email, apps, or searching the internet? Stop by our free tech lab for assistance. Bring your device if you have specific questions (and don't forget your power cords and passwords). Help is first come, first served, as time allows. Technology labs are […]
Pokemon Club
Join us every week for Pokemon Battle Academy, crafts, and other themed activities. Recommended for ages 5-14; families welcome.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -PPC Playgroup / Grupo de juego
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Hybrid EventMay 6, 2026 -FACC’s May 6, 2026, meeting will feature the America Red Cross
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May 6, 2026 -Library Storytime (Mapleton)
PPC Playgroup / Grupo de juego
PPC Playgroup for parents/guardians and children 0-5 years' of age. A safe and fun space to play with your child(ren), meet other families, and make connections. Free! PPC Grupo de juego 0-5 años Miércoles, 10:30 a.m. a mediodía ¡Encuentre una comunidad y haga conexiones con otras familias locales! llamar o enviar un mensaje de texto (541) […]
FACC’s May 6, 2026, meeting will feature the America Red Cross
The American Red Cross wil be the featured program at Florence Area Community Coalition's May 6, 2026, regular meeting. Felicia Shaw, Volunteer Recruitment Representative with the Cascades Region, and Jan Wilbur, long-time Red Cross volunteer, will discuss the work of the Red Cross and the various needs in the Florence region and coast.
Library Storytime (Mapleton)
Join us for reading, singing, and crafts! Recommended for ages 0-5.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -FLorence Methodist Free Lunch Program
FLorence Methodist Free Lunch Program
Yes, there is such a thing as a free lunch. The Florence Methodist church has been providing a free lunch to anyone who wishes to come every Tuesday and Thursday for over 30 years. Come enjoy a fresh-cooked meal in our dining room. Lunch is served from 11:30 to 12:30 every Tuesday and Thursday. We […]
Friday, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -Library Storytime (Florence)
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May 8, 2026 -LEGO Club
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May 8, 2026 -Process Paint and Sip
Library Storytime (Florence)
Join us for about 30 minutes of singing, rhyming, reading, and play followed by a craft or project.
Process Paint and Sip
INCLUDES: Hosted bar featuring locally crafted wine, beers and ciders; light refreshments, coffee/tea/water, and all materials and instruction. Please remember to bring your ID card to be served alcohol. Think back to your childhood, and the excitement of painting and drawing as a way of learning how to use materials, and discovering all the things […]
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -Mindful Drawing Group
Mindful Drawing Group
A weekly practice group focusing on the meditative benefits of drawing and mixed media arts. Studies in the Creative Arts Therapies have shown that drawing, especially when incorporated as part of a regular meditative practice, can help promote relaxation, mindful presence, beneficial "flow" states, and a sense of well being. In this weekly practice group, […]
