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Rhododendron Days - Florence - May 17-19

Florence is in bloom for the 106th version of Rhody Days! Visitors flock to town this weekend (May 17–19) to see the colorful native rhododendrons in full bloom—and that’s just the beginning. A parade complete with floats and marching bands, a car show, music and dancing, arts and crafts, and a waterfront carnival add to the revelry. And don’t forget all those shiny motorcycles lined up on Bay Street and music at the local establishments.

Saturday and Sunday: An art show and a flower show featuring amazing rhododendrons of all varieties are on view at the Florence Events Center.
Saturday: The 35th Annual 5K Rhody Run starts at 9 a.m. at the Events Center. The Show ‘n Shine Car Show takes place in the parking lot at Grocery Outlet from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the Coast Radio Classic Car Cruise in Old Town at 7 p.m. There’s also a motorcycle show from noon to 4 p.m. at the Three Rivers Casino & Hotel.

The capper of it all, the 106th Grand Floral Parade, starts at noon on Sunday.

This annual event is not to be missed!

Presidio Brass "Sounds of the Cinema," May 17, Lincoln City Cultural Center

You’re invited to an evening of classical music favorites from the silver screen, played by some of the most talented brass musicians on the West Coast. On Friday, May 17, the Lincoln City Cultural Center will host the quintet Presidio Brass in the unforgettable program “Sounds of the Cinema.” This 7 pm concert, the finale of the Devils Lake Community Concert Series, will also feature student musicians from Taft High 7-12.

Doors to the LCCC auditorium will open at 6:30 pm. The show will begin at 7 pm, and will feature one intermission. Wine, beer and snacks will be sold. Tickets are $20 each, and $25 at the door. Tickets for children 12 and under are free, if accompanied by a paid adult. To purchase, drop by the LCCC, 540 NE Hwy. 101, or call 541-994-9994.

Go Wild for Wine,May 18–19, Gold Beach

Gold Beach pulls out all the stops for the America’s Wild Rivers Coast Wine, Art, & Music Festival, held this year May 18–19 at the Event Center on the Beach. The celebration features fine art, wine tasting, gourmet treats, and live music amid the scenery of the South Coast.

Fifteen-plus regional wineries, many of them from the Umpqua Valley, will be pouring their fine vintages. The festival is an ideal venue to stop to speak to winery representatives who can tell you about the winemaking process. Find out why some wineries hold back wines from the market for years or discover the approach of small-batch fermentation and barrel aging.

Festival-goers will also find microbrews, cuisine from local chefs, more than forty artisans and crafters with their wares, cooking and artist demonstrations, a floral show, and folk, jazz, and funk music from local entertainers.

Admission to the festival is $10 for those 21 and over and includes a commemorative wine glass and a free tasting. Those under 21 are admitted free. (800-525-2334; www.goldbeach.org)

Blaze & Kelly, May 26, Lincoln City Cultural Center

For this Memorial Day weekend, the Lincoln City Cultural Center invites you to enjoy the music of Blaze & Kelly: two women equipped with “pipes” (undeniable resonate vocals), acoustic guitar and fretless bass.

Singer/songwriter Niccole Blaze and her bassist, Mo Kelly, draw an audience with their compelling lyrics and angelic harmonies that audiences say "open your heart and tear it apart at the same time." With influences ranging from Bonnie Raitt to the Indigo Girls, they are known for their comic banter both on and off the stage.

They were voted Boise’s “Most Busiest Band” (Boise Weekly) and after teaming up and touring since 2004, others cities are falling captive to their musical wooing. “It is tempting to comparing them to bands like the Indigo Girls, which they are not, but if you must compare, compare them to Xanex, Celexa, or Prozac because they are better than any mood lifter on the market!” according to their official biography.

This duo from Boise will perform at 2 pm on Sunday, May 26, in the auditorium at the LCCC, 540 NE Hwy. 101. Tickets, $10 in advance and $12 at the door, are on sale now.

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