What interests me.
This week, local business, Create and Sip launched their first Space Camp! Children, 8 and older, participated in the out-of-this-world camp. Crystal Unrue, artist and owner of Create and Sip, says, “My idea for space camp was based on the new Space Force that was just started as part of our military.” However, it’s not Continue Reading
Madison Hoschouer will never miss a chance to dance! 12-year-old Madison has been dancing for 9 years and has performed in 26 dance recitals over the course of her developing dancing career. She is very motivated by the prospect of one day having a senior solo. She stated, “The thing I love most about dance Continue Reading
Before Covid-19, Roseburg Public Library would hold storybook read alouds, but now they are bringing stories to you with “Story-Walk”. This walk begins at the sand volleyball court near Stewart Park. The signs feature the book “Bubble Trouble” by Margaret Mahy. As part of the summer reading program, the library encourages you to read a Continue Reading
Roseburg is extremely fortunate to have Osprey living in our town! These majestic birds can be easily seen at two local locations. Recently, nestlings, or baby Osprey, have been born at the nest structures at Legion Field in Stewart Park and Gaddis Park ballfields. Kris Ammerman, Program Manager for City of Roseburg Parks and Recreation, Continue Reading
Eleven year old Olivia Mecham is a gymnastics finatic! Olivia says her ultimate goal for gymnastics is to be in the Olympics and do gymnastics in college. As a level 6, she has been in about 35 competitions so far in her 4 year long gymnastic career. Gymnastics has helped Olvia become both physically and Continue Reading
Willie and Baby Whale are back! Children can, once again, enjoy the refreshment of spouting water from the blowholes of these iconic whales at River Forks Park. If your family wants to cool down and have some fun, you can visit this long-lived water attraction. Since 1969, the whales have been spreading joy. The whales Continue Reading
Food Hero was at Umpqua Valley Farmers Market last Saturday handing out bags full of goodies, which included fresh herbs, recipes, spice blend samples, and craft activities for kids. They also gave children $2.00 in vouchers to purchase local produce at the market. If you have children, you can stop by the Farmer’s Market information Continue Reading
Quinn and Pepper Farrell are letting the good time roll at Parkview Skating Center. On March 16th the rink was forced to close due to Covid-19. However, on June 6th, it reopened! Now, in Phase 2, the rink is allowed to have up to 100 skaters. The girls are both super excited to be back Continue Reading
Tomorrow, June 14, is Flag Day. Not many people actually know the meaning of Flag Day. The day celebrates the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the flag of the United States in 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. Flag Day is celebrated with many things like parades, essay competitions, ceremonies, and Continue Reading
Sisters, Irelyn and Londyn Weaver have gone wild! They are participating in the Junior Zookeeper program at Wildlife Safari. This exciting program teaches children ages 10 -17 what it’s like to be a real zookeeper! They learn all about animals, how to care for them, and how to share their knowledge with the public. The Continue Reading
