Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Lodge #68. Photo provided COTTAGE GROVE – If you have ever wondered about the lighted sign bearing the letters ”I.O.O.F.” with three interlocking links on Main Street, you are not alone. That building, the Cottage Grove Independent Order of Odd Fellows #68, will be open[Read More…]
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Keeping track of the winter solstice
Winter solstice at Stonehenge. PHOTO PROVIDED/English Heritage, UK I actually prefer using the more inclusive ”Happy Holidays.” For me it has nothing to do with political correctness or desire to please or at least not offend anybody. It just comes down to the fact that our celebration at the time[Read More…]
South Lane receives input on spending $2.3 million SSA funds
Cottage Grove High School Success Coordinator Jeremy Smith explains the Student Success Act during a community input session on Dec. 10. The additional funding from the SSA is expected to generate an additional $2.3 million per year beyond regular state funding for the district. Aliya Hall/The Chronicle COTTAGE GROVE –[Read More…]
After 119 years, Currin’s footbridge history remains unbroken
Brownie Troop 20007 members; Friends of the Swinging Bridge member Dana Merryday; Susan Sinclair Christianson, daughter of former City Engineer Roger Sinclair; Hall McCall, former mayor and city council member (was mayor at time of 1965 bridge construction); and Cottage Grove Mayor Jeff Gowing are pictured at the ribbon cutting[Read More…]
Hooked on a feelin’, high on believin’ … ’tis the season
Danna Merryday/For The Chronicle COTTAGE GROVE – Hang on to your mistletoe, the Grove is going full ”holidaze” this weekend. The events that are sweeping into town like a polar blast run the gamut from serene to large-scale – something for everyone! On Thursday, Dec 5, join Cottage Grove Rotary[Read More…]
Holiday market lights dazzle
A family takes in the rainbow glow of one of the two light tunnels at the Village Green Christmas Market. Cody Warren/The Chronicle COTTAGE GROVE – Inspired by the European Christmas markets from the late Middle Ages, the Village Green Christmas Market at 725 Row River Road is an ”open[Read More…]
Tiny houses? Now that’s a giant idea
In progress, construction stages of tiny homes in Cottage Grove. Dana Merryday/Chronicle Columnist As you are hopefully relaxing, gratefully stuffed from the holiday meal with a roof over your head, there are others in our community who don’t have this luxury that should be a basic right. Affordable housing has[Read More…]
Taking action through advocacy
Last week, Magnolia Gardens in Cottage Grove began hosting monthly meetings for the League of Women Voters. From left are Beth Pool, Susan Johnson, Cynthia Sharp, Gayle Downing, Carol Shelly, Cecelia Heykamp and Charlcie Kaylor. New members are encouraged. More info: [email protected], visit wvor.org and call 541-686-012.
Dharma Town:’ City has long history with Buddhism
Guru Padmasambhava, above, is lovingly referred to as Guru Rinpoche (precious one). He is a co-founder of the Nyingma. Photo courtesy Buddha Weekly Cottage Grove is a place that is deceptively deep in hidden treasures. Sure, we are known for our covered bridges, excellent biking trails and historic downtown, but[Read More…]
Bird walk will be something worth squawking about
COTTAGE GROVE – If you are not familiar with the feathered members of our community, this Saturday would be a good chance to make their acquaintance. The Coast Fork Birders will be led on their Fall Bird Walk by Grace Fowler-Gore and the bird walk is open to all birding[Read More…]
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