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Events for July 1-15 in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region
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36th Annual Papa's Pizza Invitational
July 01, 2011 - July 03, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Wednesday - Sunday
Admission: $5; special offers available
Location: Swede Johnson Stadium
Address: 200 Silver Ln, Eugene, OR 97404
An annual 19U baseball tournament hosted by the Eugene Challengers.
Aloha Friday
July 01, 2011 - December 02, 2011
Recurring monthly on the 1st Friday
Event Days & Times: 6 - 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Hodgepodge Hawaiian Grill
Address: 2190 W 11th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: 541-484-6300
Gathering and variety show for people who love Hawai'i. Starts with open mic, then a presentation on Hawaiian culture and finally a featured performer. 'Ono grinds, beer and wine, and plenty aloha!
Art by Ani Sinclair
July 01, 2011 - July 31, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday - Saturday, noon - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: New Zone Gallery
Address: 164 W Broadway, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-935-4308
Browse the gallery featuring batik Ukrainian Pysanky Eggs, watercolors, pastels and oils by Sinclair.
Bingo
July 01, 2011 - December 30, 2011
Recurring weekly on Friday
Event Days & Times: Friday, 9 -10 a.m.
Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel - Aces Sports Bar
Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-902-6609
Come out and play in the morning. 15 games of bingo for the chance to win free slot play. Buy a bingo breakfast and receive a free bingo card.
Cottage Grove Art Walk
July 01, 2011 - September 02, 2011
Recurring weekly on Friday
Event Days & Times: Friday, 6 - 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Downtown
Address: Main St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Walk around the historic downtown to view artisans, enjoy complimentary refreshments and entertainment.
Cozy Evening Series
July 01, 2011 - July 29, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: The Supreme Bean Coffee Co
Address: 2864 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-485-2700
Enjoy a variety of free live music every Friday night while you savor a relaxing glass of wine, local brew or a light supper. Music ranges from bluegrass, folk, rock and acoustic vocals.
Eugene Pro Rodeo
July 01, 2011 - July 04, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Monday, 4 p.m. - 10 p.m;
Admission: $14 - $20
Location: Oregon Horse Center
Address: 90751 Prairie Rd, Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: 541-689-9700
Four days of bucking bulls and cowboys in a variety roughstock events. Enjoy motorcycle jumping, fireworks and post-rodeo dance along with great food and vendors.
First Friday ArtWalk
July 01, 2011 - June 01, 2012
Event Days & Times: Friday, 5:30
Admission: Free
Location: Downtwon
Phone: 541-485-2278
Wander through galleries, examine interesting and new works of art and get acquainted with Eugene's downtown art district with this monthly, art tour.
Florence Local Organic Farmers Market
July 01, 2011 - October 29, 2011
Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Admission: Free
Address: Quince St & Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-268-4712
Local, weekly farmer's market selling produce, goods and crafts.
Live Glassblowing
July 01, 2011 - December 16, 2011
Recurring weekly on Friday
Event Days & Times: Friday, 5 - 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Studio West
Address: 245 W 8th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-683-9378
Experience the exciting world of hot glass in motion, in addition to a multitude of contemporary art works. Demonstrations can be viewed directly from the main gallery floor.
No Shame Theatre
July 01, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Atrium Building
Address: 10th & Olive, Eugene, OR 97401
One theatre. Five minutes. Welcoming skits, poetry, dancing, monologues, music and experiment. Bring an act - or there's no shame in just watching.
OBF Discovery Series: Bach Cantata 149
July 01, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 4:30 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $15
Location: Beall Concert Hall, UO School of Music and Dance
Address: 17th and Alder St, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-682-5000
Informative yet informal, the Discovery Series merges meaning and music. Bach's Cantata 149 (One Sings with Joy Before the Battle) grandly commemorates the victory of Michael the archangel over Satan.
OBF On the House: SFYCA Soloists
July 01, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 1 - 2 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, lobby
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Individuals from the Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy audition for the opportunity to step out and shine in this favorite annual event.
OBF: Bach & Britten Cello Suites 3
July 01, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $15 - $45
Location: Beall Concert Hall, UO School of Music and Dance
Address: 17th & Alder St, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-682-5000
Technically demanding yet capable of deeply emotional expression, Bach's solo cello suites are among music's greatest challenge. Here paired with suites from Benjamin Britten, third of three concerts.
Oregon Bach Festival
July 01, 2011 - July 10, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Daily, 1 - 11 p.m.
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts
Address: 7th & Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 800-457-1486
Artistic Director Helmuth Rilling leads international musicians in orchestral, vocal and contemporary concerts and educational programs at this Grammy-winning festival.
Springfield Farmers' Market
July 01, 2011 - September 02, 2011
Recurring weekly on Friday
Event Days & Times: Friday, 3 - 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Library Fountain Plaza
Address: corner of 5th & A St, Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: 541-345-7106
A one-stop shop for fruits, vegetables, protein and baked goods from local producers. Enjoy live music, catch a story with the Springfield Public Library and learn to cook locally every final Friday.
Steve Earle
July 01, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 8 p.m.
Admission: $39, $35, $33
Location: The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts
Address: 868 High St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-434-7000
Steve Earle and his electric-live band The Dukes perform with music that crosses genres including bluegrass, roots rock, folk and country.
Trivia Night
July 01, 2011 - November 23, 2012
Recurring weekly on Friday
Event Days & Times: 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Rogue Public House
Address: 844 Olive St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-345-4155
Mr. Bill's Traveling Trivia Show hosts a fun-filled evening of tricky questions.
Twilight Tastings
July 01, 2011 - December 30, 2011
Recurring weekly on Friday
Event Days & Times: 6 - 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Sweet Cheeks Winery
Address: 27007 Briggs Hill Rd, Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-349-9463
Sample pairings of their award-winning wines with Oregon-made Artisan cheeses while listening to live acoustic music on their beautiful patio. Picnics welcome. Off-site alcohol strictly prohibited.
Valley Boys Concert
July 01, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Island Park
Address: 200 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
The longest-running rock 'n' roll show in Eugene and Springfield. The Boys put out an amazing variety of music for a three-piece band, and deliver with the energy of a garage band at their first gig.
Veneta Downtown Farmers' Market
July 01, 2011 - September 30, 2011
Recurring weekly on Friday
Event Days & Times: Fridays, 2 - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Corner of Luter & Territorial
Address: 88267 Territorial Rd, Veneta, OR 97487
Phone: 541-409-9678
Weekly community grower's market offering local produce for sale.
Art & the Vineyard
July 02, 2011 - July 04, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Saturday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Monday, 11 a.m. - fireworks
Admission: $6, $15 3-day pass, $1 ages 6-11, under 6 free
Location: Alton Baker Park
Address: Club Rd and Coburg Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-345-1571
Premier art and wine festival in the Southern Willamette Valley. Enjoy entertainment and view over 130 artists in the Artists' Marketplace and the Art For Your Garden display. Awarded "Best of Eugene Art Event 2009-2010" by Eugene Weekly.
Cottage Grove Growers' Market
July 02, 2011 - October 12, 2011
Recurring weekly on Wednesday, Saturday
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 4 - 8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Coiner Park
Address: 14th & Main St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Phone: 541-767-0770
Weekly farmers' market selling local produce and goods.
Family Music Time
July 02, 2011 - July 30, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10:15 a.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Eugene Public Library
Address: 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-8316
Sing and dance your way into the weekend with this fun, family morning.
Florence Old Town Market
July 02, 2011 - October 30, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Old Town Boardwalk
Address: 1499 Bay St, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-206-4498
Featuring local and Northwest artists, crafters, farmers, fishermen, imports, live music and food vendors. Come join the fun next to the Siuslaw River.
HERSHEY’S® Track & Field Games featuring Moderation Nation™
July 02, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10.15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Hayward Field
Address: 1580 E 15th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-706-6126
The largest youth activity program of its kind in North America for kids ages 9-14.
Hideaway Bakery Market
July 02, 2011 - May 05, 2012
Recurring weekly on Saturday
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: behind Mazzi's Restaurant
Address: 3377 E Amazon, Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-686-1982
Year-round farmers' market featuring local organic produce, meats, cheeses, herbs and more. Also enjoy fresh organic coffee, breads and gourmet sandwiches.
Kite Workshop & Mini Kite Festival
July 02, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Admission: $12
Location: Pacific Room above the Surfside Restaurant at Driftwood Shores Resort
Address: 88416 1st Ave, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 800-422-5091
Join Driftwood Shores and Phantom Star Kite Company for a family fun workshop. Price includes the workshop, a Ram air pocket sled kite kit and snacks.
OBF Cinema: Bach & Friends
July 02, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, noon
Admission: $6
Location: Bijou Art Cinemas
Address: 492 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
In the premiere of OBF's new film series, an array of world-class musicians share their thoughts and personal reflections on the power and genius of J.S. Bach. See clips at http://goo.gl/uoBOE.
OBF Kids: Mozart, You Kid, You!
July 02, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 11 a.m. - noon
Admission: $5
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Soreng Theatre
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-5000
Jamie Bernstein illuminates the magic of young Mozart, with maybe a surprise visit by Wolfgang himself.
OBF On the House: Idit Shner & Friends
July 02, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 1 - 2 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, lobby
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Saxophonist Idit Shner, with pianist Svetlana Kotova, leads a free concert of music by women composers Fernande Decruck, Joan Tower, Marilyn Shrude and Jeanine Rueff.
OBF: Joan of Arc at the Stake
July 02, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $59
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Silva Concert Hall
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-5000
Marin Alsop makes her OBF debut conducting Honegger's sensuous, dramatic cantata, a story of courage, determination, and ascension into legend. 2012 is the 600th anniversary of Joan of Arc's birth.
Saturday Market
July 02, 2011 - November 12, 2011
Recurring weekly on Saturday
Event Days & Times: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Park Blocks
Address: 8th & Oak, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-686-8885
The oldest, open-air market in the United States offers great food, local crafts and live entertainment. Every Saturday, rain or shine.
Spencer Creek Community Growers Market
July 02, 2011 - October 08, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Spencer Creek Grange
Address: 86013 Lorane Hwy, Eugene, OR
Phone: 541-341-1709
Weekly farmers' market featuring locally grown fruit, meat and fresh eggs. Also enjoy market crafts.
Wings-N-Wheels
July 02, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Florence Municipal Airpot
Address: 2001 Airport Way, Florence, OR
Phone: 541-997-8069
A combined aircraft fly-in & car show. Trophies for both cars and aircraft with many different categories. Lots of additional attractions including food concessions.
Dexter Lake Farmers' Market
July 03, 2011 - October 02, 2012
Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday
Event Days & Times: Sunday, noon - 3 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Dexter State Recreation Site
Address: 39011 Hwy 58, Dexter, OR 97431
Phone: 541-937-3007
Weekly farmers' market offering organic cheese, fruit and vegetables, local pork, beef, and lamb along with handmade crafts and food. Enjoy pizza, baked goods and coffee for a market snack. Located near the best disc golf course around.
Fairmount Neighborhood Farmers' Market
July 03, 2011 - October 02, 2011
Recurring weekly on Sunday
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Sun Automotive parking lot
Address: Agate & 19th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-359-6842
Small farmers' market running spring through fall. Pick up local produce and other products.
Independence Day Celebration
July 03, 2011 - July 05, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Sunday - Tuesday
Location: Old Town
Address: Bay St, Florence, OR 97039
Phone: 541-991-3128
Old Town Florence extends an invitation to enjoy food, shopping, live outdoor music, and fireworks to celebrate the 4th of July. Shops and restaurants will be open late and offer fireworks' specials.
OBF Cinema: Bach & Friends
July 03, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, noon
Admission: $6
Location: Bijou Art Cinemas
Address: 492 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
In the premiere of OBF's new film series, an array of world-class musicians share their thoughts and personal reflections on the power and genius of J.S. Bach. See clips at http://goo.gl/uoBOE.
OBF: Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy
July 03, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 3 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $35
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Silva Concert Hall
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-5000
Drawn from across the country, the academy's 85 singers display their sparkle, energy, and talent in this program featuring the melting-pot harmonies/rhythms of Leonard Bernstein's Chichester Psalms.
Olde English Flea Market
July 03, 2011 - August 28, 2011
Recurring weekly on Sunday
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Masonic Lodge Parking Area
Address: 2777 Martin Luther King Jr, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-517-1524
Come and fine the hidden treasures you can't live without at this 10-acre flea market. Refreshments, music, crafts, antiques, produce, sports gear and lots more.
Summer in the City Live Music: Left Coast Saxophone Quartet
July 03, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Washburne Park
Address: Agate & 20th, Eugene, OR
Eclectic blend of classics, klezmer, rags and originals showcased by the ever-versatile saxophone.
Bingo
Recurring weekly on Monday
Event Days & Times: Monday, 7 - 8 p.m.
Location: Three Rivers Casino & Hotel - Event Center
Address: 5647 Hwy 126, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-902-6609
15 games of bingo for the chance to win free slot play. Buy a bingo dinner and receive a free bingo card.
Butte to Butte
July 04, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 8 a.m.
Location: shuttles from
Address: 5th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-484-9883
America's biggest 4th of July 10K where there is something for everyone. With a competitive 10K, a 4.5 mile walk, a challenging course and awesome t-shirts, Eugene's most popular road race continues its long tradition and ignites the holiday fireworks.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 04, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 7:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Vancouver Canadians. Stay for the spectacular fireworks show. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Fern Ridge Fireworks
July 04, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, dusk
Admission: Free
Location: Richardson Park Campground
Address: 25950 Richardson Park Rd, Junction City, OR 97448
Fireworks display presented by the Eugene Yacht Club. Enjoy the big blasts of color over the lake.
Fourth of July Fireworks
July 04, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, dusk
Admission: $10 - $12
Location: Cottage Grove Speedway
Address: 2150 N Douglas St, Cottage Grove, OR 97426
After the races stay for a fun fireworks show to celebrate America's Independence.
Light of Liberty Celebration
July 04, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 4 p.m.; fireworks, 10 p.m.
Admission: $5 advance; $7 door
Location: Island Park
Address: 200 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
Springfield Utility Board presents fun, food and fireworks in this annual celebration by the river. Headlining this year are '50s rock 'n' roll legends Sha Na Na. Fireworks start at 10 p.m.
Portland Cello Project
July 4, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 9 - 10 p.m.
Location: Alton Baker Park
Address: Club Rd and Coburg Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-345-1571
The Maude Kerns Art Center in collaboration with the Oregon Bach Festival presents a musical medley right before the Freedom Festival fireworks.
Summer in the City Live Music: Eugene Symphonic Band
July 4, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Washburne Park
Address: Agate & 20th, Eugene, OR 97403
Traditional concert band repertoire including pops, marches and more. And a special treat from 6-8 p.m., the city of Eugene Recreation is offering a safe tree climbing experience.
Trivia Night
July 4, 2011 - February 06, 2012
Recurring weekly on Monday
Event Days & Times: 9:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Cornucopia Bar & Burgers
Address: 5th & Pearl, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-485-CORN
Monday Night Trivia Night with Keith Appleby. Grand prize, $25 second place prize and other fabulous prizes throughout the night and chances to spin the prize wheel. Every Monday is Burger Monday. Any burger, fries and a pint of microbrew for $9.99.
Creswell Farmers' Market
July 5, 2011 - December 27, 2011
Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Event Days & Times: 4 - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Heidi Tunnell Catering Company & Café
Address: 182 S 2nd St, Creswell, OR 97426
Farmers' market located outside Heidi Tunnell Catering. Veggies, fruits, organic hazelnuts, free-range eggs, grass-fed beef, chocolate confections, dried beans and grains. Special seasonal dinners.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 5, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 7:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Vancouver Canadians. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Lane County Farmers' Market
July 5, 2011 - October 25, 2011
Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Thursday
Event Days & Times: Tuesday & Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Park Blocks
Address: 8th & Oak, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-431-4923
Food stands and vendors greet the public in downtown Eugene to bring fresh local foods and products to the city.
Lunch & Movie
July 5, 2011 - August 30, 2011
Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 12:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Garden Way Retirement
Address: 175 South Garden Way, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-343-3317
Enjoy a meal and a movie at Garden Way Retirement. Each week look forward to different film ranging in genre and generation. RSVP by the Friday before each movie.
OBF Discovery Series: Bach Cantata 80
July 5, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $15
Location: Beall Concert Hall, UO School of Music and Dance
Address: 17th & Alder St, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-682-5000
Informative yet informal, the Discovery Series merges meaning and music. Martin Luther's well-known hymn "A mighty fortress is our God" permeates this work, with choral fantasia and vocal solos.
OBF: We are Women: A Bernstein Cabaret
July 5, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $35
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Soreng Theatre
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-5000
Through art songs, opera, and tunes from such Broadway shows as “Candide,” “On the Town” and “West Side Story,” it's a night of comedy and drama in tribute to life and the great American composer.
Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys
July 5, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $29
Location: The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts
Address: 868 High St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-434-7000
A Cajun band from Louisiana's Gulf Coast who draw inspiration from swamp-pop, zydeco, and dance-hall music.
Aaron Nigel Smith
July 6, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 6 & 7 p.m.
Admission: $1 donation or 1 can of food
Location: Kesey Square
Address: Broadway & Willamette, Eugene, OR 97401
Bring your little ones for an up-close and personal performance from this award-winning singer and musician. It's all about fun, music and movement. As seen on PBS Between the Lions.
Bingo Night
July 6, 2011 - November 7, 2012
Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Event Days & Times: 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Rogue Public House
Address: 844 Olive St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-345-4155
Enjoy family and adult bingo every Wednesday in hour long rounds.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 6, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 7:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Vancouver Canadians. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Karaoke Night
July 6, 2011 - January 25, 2012
Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Event Days & Times: 9:30
Admission: Free
Location: Cornucopia Bar & Burgers
Address: 5th & Pearl, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-485-CORN
Best Karaoke Night in Eugene Weekly's Best of Eugene. Thousands of songs to choose from. 1st and 2nd place winners each receive a trophy. All-day Happy Hour every Wednesday.
Ladies Night
July 6, 2011 - December 28, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 5 - 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: LaVelle Club Room
Address: 296 E 5th Ave Ste 125, Fifth Street Public Market, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-338-9875
Offering ladies 50% off glasses of wine every Wednesday. There is a full menu of food available with weekly chef specials. Take advantage of this fun night out with your girlfriends. Call ahead for reservations.
OBF: A Brahms Soiree
July 6, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $15 - $45
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Soreng Theatre
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-5000
Enter into a recreation of Johannes Brahms's salon, where Vienna's finest musicians gathered at the composer's piano, beneath Beethoven's portrait, to perform Brahms's finely crafted compositions.
The Corner Market
July 6, 2011 - May 02, 2012
Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, noon - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Corner of Thomason & River Rd
Address: 295 River Rd, Eugene, OR 97404
Phone: 541-513-4527
Dedicate to providing customers with fresh, local produce, this market fills up your basket with seasonal colors.
Wednesday Night Cruise-In
July 6, 2011 - September 07, 2011
Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Event Days & Times: 5 - 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: The Boulevard Grill
Address: 2123 Franklin Blvd, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-686-2020
Show off your car with this evening, dinner cruise-in. Enjoy food specials and people's choice award. Winner receives a $25 gift card to the Boulevard Grill. Open to all classic and collector cars.
Widespread Panic
July 6, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Admission: $41.50
Location: Cuthbert Amphitheater
Address: Day Island Road at Alton Baker Park, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-762-8099
Southern rockers hit the Amphitheater on their 25th anniversary tour.
Winter Green Farmers' Market
July 6, 2011 - October 26, 2011
Recurring weekly on Wednesday
Event Days & Times: 2 - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Emmaus Lutheran Church
Address: 1250 W 18th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: 541-743-3366
Stop by for a great selection of wholesome food fresh from the farm.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 7, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 7:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Yakima Bears. It's Thirsty Thursday. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Karaoke Breakdown
July 7, 2011 - February 09, 2012
Recurring weekly on Thursday
Event Days & Times: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: The Cooler Restaurant & Bar
Address: 20 Centennial Loop, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-484-4355
Arrive early to grab a table as the tavern fills up fast. Enjoy a great night of music, sight seeing and dollar beers.
OBF Organ Interlude: Michael Kleinschmidt
July 7, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, noon
Admission: Free
Location: Central Lutheran Church
Address: 1857 Potter Street, Eugene, OR 97403
The free organ concert series welcomes guest recitalist Michael Kleinschmidt, music director of Portland's Trinity Episcopal Cathedral.
OBF: In Praise of St. Cecilia
July 7, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $59
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Silva Concert Hall
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-5000
Extolling her praises with colorful orchestra, choruses, and arias, we honor the patron saint of music in works by Purcell, Handel, and Benjamin Britten in this program conducted by Matthew Halls.
Summer in the City Live Music: Complicated
July 7, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Amazon Park
Address: 680 East 24th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
These talented women rock the stage with music spanning five decades, wailing with repertoire of originals, adult contemporary, pop and rock. Add a dash of country, hip-hop an alternative and you get this crowd-pleasing concotion.
Cottage Grove Rodeo
July 8, 2011 - July 09, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Saturday, 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $10, $5 children 6 - 12
Location: Cottage Grove Riding Club
Address: 77954 Hwy 99 S, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Grand entry at 7 p.m., followed by a fun-filled, action-packed rough stock rodeo, which includes bull riders, barrel racers, team ropers,and saddle bronc riders, just to name a few. Friday night is the Greased Pig event and the Animal Scramble is on Saturday.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 8, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Yakima Bears. It's Military Appreciation Night. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
First Quarter Fridays Star Party
July 8, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, dusk
Admission: Free
Location: College Hill Reservoir
Address: 24th Ave & Lawrence St, Eugene, OR 97405
Eugene Astronomical Society provides a variety of telescopes for public use and astronomers for all your questions.
Movie in the Park: Kung Fu Panda
July 8, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 8:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Island Park
Address: 200 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
Outdoor movies are back. Bring your blanket and low-back chairs for a movie under the stars. Concessions available.
OBF Discovery Series: Bach Cantata 79
July 8, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 4:30 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $15
Location: Beall Concert Hall, UO School of Music and Dance
Address: 17th & Alder St, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-682-5000
Informative yet informal, the Discovery Series merges meaning and music. Listen for the brilliant opening chorus of BWV 79, "The Lord God is sun and shield" as well as interplay of vocals and violins.
OBF: Shai Wosner in Recital
July 8, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $15 - $45
Location: Beall Concert Hall, UO School of Music and Dance
Address: 17th & Alder St, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-682-5000
The brilliant pianist Shai Wosner returns to Beall, presenting inventive and virtuosic works of variations by composers featured throughout this year's festival.
Oregon Country Fair
July 8, 2011 - July 10, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Admission: $20 - $23 single day; $51 weekend, no tickets sold on site
Location: Oregon Country Fairgrounds
Address: Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487
Phone: 800-992-8499
Celebrate with delight the world-class entertainment, hand-made crafts, delectable foods, educational displays and magical surprise at every turn at this unusual fair in the woods.
Second Friday Art Walk
July 8, 2011 - December 09, 2011
Recurring monthly on the 2nd Friday
Event Days & Times: 5 - 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: downtown
Address: Main St, Springfield, OR 97477
A celebration of arts, friends, food, shopping and entertainment. Enjoy wine, brews and live music at downtown galleries and shops.
Summer in the City Movies: Paper Moon
July 8, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Petersen Barn Center
Address: 870 Berntzen Rd, Eugene, OR 97402
Come out to the park for a great summer movie. Rated PG, 102 minutes.
Eagle Peak Open
July 9, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8 a.m. - Sunday afternoon
Admission: $50 - $100
Location: Willamette Pass Resort
Address: Milepost 62 - Hwy 58, Crescent Lake Junction, OR 97425
Phone: 541-749-8434
Tier two day disc golf event. Players will ride the Oregon Skyway gondola to the summit of Eagle Peak. Pre-registration required. Entry varies by division and includes lift access.
Emerald Valley Opry
July 9, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 5 p.m.
Admission: $6
Location: Powers Auditorium - Willamette High School
Address: 1801 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene, OR
Phone: 541-688-0937
A benefit to help the Bethel Schools music programs, the Opry welcomes to the stage Corn Stalkers, Cowboy Cadillac, Homemade Jam, Front Porch Band, and Carl Faddis.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 9, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 7:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Yakima Bears. Pepsi presents Myron Noodleman. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
GALA Reception: Kathy Shamey
July 9, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 3 - 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Backstreet Gallery
Address: 1421 Bay St, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-997-8980
Reception for ceramic artist Shamey. Raku and pit-fired ceramics, wheel thrown and hand built. Also fused glass work.
OBF: David Higgs Organ Recital
July 9, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $15
Location: Central Lutheran Church
Address: 1857 Potter St, Eugene, OR 97403
Phone: 541-682-5000
David Higgs, faculty at the Eastman music school, performs an all Bach program: Preludes, Fugues, chorale settings, and capped by the Pasacglia in C. Higgs performs on the church's Brombaugh organ.
Oregon Lavendar Festival: McKenzie River Lavender
July 9, 2011 - July 10, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Saturday - Sunday
Admission: Free
Location: McKenzie River Lavender
Address: 40882 McKenzie Hwy, Springfield, OR 97478
Phone: 541-736-8575
One of the many stops on the Lavender tour, swing into this local farm for fresh cut lavender, plants, crafts, vendors, local products and kids activities.
Summer in the City Movies: Free Willy
July 9, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: University Park
Address: 24th & University, Eugene, OR 97403
Come out to the park for a fun summer film. Rated PG, 112 minutes.
15th Annual Cascades Cream Puff Race
July 10, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 5:15 a.m.
Admission: $275
Location: Office Bridge
Address: Hwy 58, Westfir, OR 97492
Phone: 541-517-4278
Challenge your strength at this 100 mile solo mountain bike race through the central Cascades. Be prepared to climb 18,000 feet and ride fifty percent single track trails.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 10, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 1:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Yakima Bears. It's All Faith Day. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Mighty Women of Vision's 3rd Annual Garden Party
July 10, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 3 p.m.
Admission: $15
Location: Elizabeth's Secret Garden
Address: 91154 River Road, Junction City, OR 97448
Phone: 541-953-0537
An annual benefit for Hosea Youth Services. This beautiful outdoor event will feature worship, speakers, dancers & desserts.
OBF: Ode to Joy
July 10, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 3 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $59
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Silva Concert Hall
Address: 1 Eugene Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-682-5000
A grand summation of his life's passion, humor, despair, and triumph, Beethoven's ninth symphony is a world-changing masterpiece of winding suspense, epic themes, and pounding revolutionary fervor.
Pioneer Picnic
July 10, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Green Waters Park
Harken back to the days of yesteryear when hardy pioneers carved out paths into the Willamette Valley. Learn about the Lost Wagon Train. Enjoy BBQ and other favorites while gathering with descendants of the early pioneers.
Summer in the City Live Music: Joe Manis & Bill Marsh Deo
July 10, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Washburne Park
Address: Agate & 20th, Eugene, OR
Saxophone and guitar performing tasty jazz standards and originals.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 11, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 7:05 p.m.
Admission: $6 - $12
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Yakima Bears. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Eugene Opera in the Open
July 13, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $1suggested donation or 1 can of food
Location: Kesey Square
Address: Broadway & Willamette, Eugene, OR 97401
Treat yourself to opera favorites, operettas and Broadway hits, sung by members of the Eugene Opera's Mentor program. No sets, no costumes, this show is all voice.
James Twyman Concert
July 13, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $20
Location: Florence Events Center
Address: 715 Quince St, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-997-1994
Twyman is an internationally renowned, best-selling author and filmmaker known as "The Peace Troubadour."
Summer in the City Movies: Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
July 13, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Willakenzie Park
Address: Best Lane, Eugene, OR
Come out for a fun movie in the park. Rated G, 100 minutes.
Touch-a-Truck
July 13, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Petersen Barn Community Center
Address: 870 Berntzen Rd, Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: 541-682-5521
The big trucks are coming. Get into the cabs of a fire engine, cement truck, sweeper, dump truck and more. Food available for purchase.
Bohemia Mining Days
July 14, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Thursday - Sunday
Admission: Free
Location: Coiner Park
Address: N 12th St & E Main St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Phone: 541-942-5064
A historical celebration of the discovery of gold. Vendors, live entertainment, carnival and food. Gold panning, Grand Miners and Bloomers parades, Native American exhibition. Sunday morning pancake breakfast is not to be missed.
Oregon State Sporting Clays Shoot
July 14, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Thursday - Sunday
Location: Cottage Grove/Eugene Sportsmen Club
Address: 81078 N Pacific Hwy, Creswell, OR 97426
Phone: 541-501-2048
Shooters from all over the PNW meet for the 2011 state championship. A variety of clay shooting games will be featured.
Back To The Future With The Streetcar
July 15, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, noon - 1:30 p.m.
Admission: $5
Location: Eugene Hilton Hotel - Vistas Room, 12th Floor
Address: 66 E. Sixth Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-485-7433
Could the electric streetcar save Eugene’s urban character and make real our 21st century desires for a compact, livable city? This question and more will be answered at the lecture led by speaker Bob Krebs, former Oregon Department of Transportation Intercity Rail Coordinator.
Coburg Golden Years
July 15, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Sunday
Admission: Free
Location: Coburg Community Grange
Address: 32663 E Mill St, Coburg, OR 97408
Phone: 541-343-9875
Experience a variety of arts and crafts, food booths, unique music and a celebration parade.
Emerald Empire HempFest
July 15, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday, 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.; Saturday, noon - 10 p.m.; Sunday, noon - 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Maurie Jacobs Park
Address: 300 Fir Ln, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-517-0957
A festival with music, speakers and vendors celebrating and educating about hemp.
Springfield SummerFair
July 15, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Sunday
Admission: $5, $20 family, free Sunday
Location: Island Park
Address: 200 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: 541-736-4544
Third annual summer festival featuring PetFair, FamilyFair, BroilerFair and more. Rock 'n' roll icon, Eddie Money, will headline at the three-day event. Satin Love Orchestra returns for a Friday evening concert.
Summer in the City Movies: Princess Bride
July 15, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Churchill Youth Sports Park
Address: Bailey Hill & W 18th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
Come out for a fun summer movie in the park. Rated PG, 98 minutes.
TayBerry Jam
July 15, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Sunday
Admission: $40 - $120
Location: Cougar Mountain
Address: 33737 Witcher Gateway, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Phone: 541-767-3798
Off-the-grid orchard/farm benefit concert for Global Sustainability Summit and Permaculture Teach-in featuring a weekend of reggae on the mountain.
There's a Pirate in the Pantry...or The Flapjacks are About to Flip
July 15, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30 p.m.
Admission: $5
Location: Cottage Theatre
Address: 700 Village Dr, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Phone: 541-942-8001
This original, family-friendly melodrama features a cast of young actors ages 9 to 14 from the theater's summer camp. Booing and hissing at the villians is encouraged and there will be an old-fashioned sing-along at the start of the show. Seating is reserved, advanced tickets recommended.
