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BOOSTER CLUBS
Siuslaw Athletic Booster Club meets last Monday of the month. Next meeting 6:30 p.m., Sept. 28, Siuslaw High School library. SABC supports middle school and high school sports teams.
BOWLING
Kids leagues forming at Holiday Bowl, 1710 27th Street and Highway 101, Florence. High school team (grades 9-12), junior league (grades 6-12) and youth league (grades 1-6). Information: 541-997-3332.
BRIDGE
Florence Dupiicate Bridge, 12:30 p.m. Thursdays, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 19th and Tamarack. Information: John Weatherwax, 541-997-2677.
CHESS
Florence Chess Club. Information: Steve Avery, 541-902-8991.
Retreads Motorcycle Club, Florence Chapter, meets the second Saturday of the month, Kozy Kitchen, corner of Highways 101 and 126, Florence, for breakfast followed by a ride. Information: Bill Trapp, 541-997-5063.
SHOOTING
Siuslaw Rod and Gun Club meets meets third Thursday, every other month. Next meeting in October, 87227 Munsel Lake Road, Florence. Information: Jerry Harpole, 541-935-5224 or 541-902-7708. Website: siuslawgunclub.com.
WALKING
Coast Gem Walkers holds monthly 10K and 5K volkswalks. Information in Florence area: Jean White, 541-997-8577.