Florence
retirees are a wonderful
resource to the community and
can be found lending their
wisdom and expertise in our
classrooms, medical facilities,
outdoor organizations and more.
Retirees also enjoy the relaxed
pace and abundant outdoor
recreation, making this one of
the most sought after retirement
communities in the country.
Young families will also find a
home with exceptional
schools, library, and park
facilities. The active and
supportive community provides
Power Hour tutoring program, pre-school
library time, high school career
tracking. and much more. Siuslaw High
School has produced state
championships in track and
field, and #1 football team in
2006. A local Boys and
Girls Club also provides
numerous after-school and summer activities.
Florence provides continuing educational
opportunities with a local Lane
Community College campus.
Students can receive Associates'
degrees through a combination of
onsite and distance learning.
The campus also provides
community learning
courses to enhance local lives
in the arts, technologies and
out of doors. The popular
Outward Ventures program
provides seniors' transportation
to area cultural events and
outdoor activities.
The Florence Community Event
Center is host to local
community theatre and musicians, presentations
from Eugene dance and musical
troupes, and even performances
from such notables as Helen
Reddy. Eugene, North Bend
and Lincoln City also provide
headliner entertainment,
guaranteeing there is no time
for boredom in Florence.
Living in this paradise is truly
like being on vacation every day
of the week. |
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