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Art by Ani Sinclair
July 16, 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.
Bohemia Mining Days
July 16, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Thursday - Saturday, 10 a.m.; Sunday, 7:30 a.m.
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.
Buffalo BBQ
July 16, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, noon - 7 p.m.
Admission: $10 - $12
Location: Echo Hollow City Park
Address: 1760 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: 541-689-0725
Enjoy and BBQ roast dinner or burger dinner along with live country music by Poodle Creek Pickers, Billy McCoy Trio and Corn Stalkers. Silent auction, raffle and fun skits.
Coburg Golden Years
July 16, 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 City Roller Girls: Scars & Scrapes Forever
July 16, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 6 p.m.
Admission: $12 - $17
Location: Lane Events Center
Address: 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
Live bone crushing roller derby action, food, beer, music. ECRG's All Star travel team's last home game of the season. This is an all-ages event.
Family Music Time
July 16, 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.
Mad Duckling Children's Theatre presents The Commedia Pinocchino
July 16, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m.
Admission: $5
Location: Amazon Park
Address: 680 E 24th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-346-4192
The Commedia Pinocchino tells the story of a wooden puppet who becomes a real boy. The play is directed by Trici Rodley.
Nearby Nature Quest: Dragons of the Air
July 16, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - noon
Admission: Free for members, $2; $5 family
Location: Alton Baker Park
Address: 2300 Leo Harris Parkway, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-687-9699
Learn all about dragonflies and other creatures who wing through the skies on a Nearby Nature Quest! Meet in Alton Baker Park, at the ponds outside the Science Factory. Call to pre-register.
Not Your Typical Golf Tourney
July 16, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - noon
Admission: $10
Location: Bob Artz Memorial Park
Address: 7807 Thurston Rd, Springfield, OR 97478
Phone: 541-736-4544
A fundraiser golf tournament for twosomes, composed of one adult and one youth. Shoot through brush, rocks, gopher holes and cow pies at this unusual nine-hole golf tournament in a cow pasture. Event part of Springfield SummerFair.
One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest
July 16, 2011 - July 17, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday - Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
Admission: $10
Location: Florence Playhouse
Address: 208 Laurel St, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-997-1675
Oregon's primary bestselling novelist Ken Kesey's award-winning story, about patients in a mental ward and their ongoing battle of wits. Adapted for the stage by Dale Wasserman.
Oregon State Sporting Clays Shoot
July 16, 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.
Ranch To River Run
July 16, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8 a.m.
Admission: $20 - $35
Location: Dorris Ranch Living History Farm
Address: 205 Dorris St, Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: 541-484-9883
A scenic 5K (3.1 miles) run through filbert orchards and finishing at Island Park.
Run For The Kids
July 16, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8 a.m.
Admission: $10 - $25
Location: Holt Park
Address: 5th & A, Creswell, OR 97426
The 8K course winds through country roads in Creswell and down its main street. The 5K course skips the Butte Road loop. No dogs in this event, please.
Sand Master Jam
July 16, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 2 - 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Sand Master Park
Address: 87542 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-997-6006
Come out for the longest running sandboarding competition in the USA. Watch riders on rails, slalom and drags. Competition starts with big air at Three Rivers Casino and then moves to Sandmaster park for the remaining events.
Springfield SummerFair
July 16, 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.
TayBerry Jam
July 16, 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 16, 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.
Broiler Fair BBQ
July 17, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, noon - 4 p.m.
Admission: $7
Location: Island Park
Address: 200 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: 541-736-4544
The 39-year-old tradition is back. Enjoy the popular chicken barbecue dinners as part of the Springfield SummerFair. Price includes half a barbecued chicken, coleslaw, baked beans and a roll. Advance purchases available.
Run in the Country
July 17, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 7 a.m.
Admission: $40 - $60
Location: Norma Pfeiffer Park
Address: N Diamond St, Coburg, OR 97408
The classic half marathon of the summer. It's flat, it's fast, it's walker friendly and it's set in a beautiful rural location. Held in conjunction with Coburg Golden Years.
Summer in the City Live Music: Eugene Highlanders Pipe Band
July 17, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Washburne Park
Address: Agate & 20th, Eugene, OR 97401
A great summer evening of Scottish piping, drumming and dancing.
Bingo
July 18, 2011 - December 26, 2011
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.
Summer Mondays: Mutswi Wambuya
July 18, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Emerald Park
Address: 1400 Lake Dr, Eugene, OR 97404
Phone: 541-688-4052
Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair for an evening of discovery featuring this Mirimba youth group.
The Crisis of Geographical Ignorance: Why Should We Care?
July 18, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: UO Baker Downtown Center
Address: 975 High Street,, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-346-0697
Professor Murphy, who holds the James F. and Shirley K. Rippey Chair in Liberal Arts and Sciences, specializes in political, cultural, and environmental geography, with regional emphases in Europe.
Lunch & Movie
July 19, 2011 - August 30, 2011
Recurring weekly on Tuesday
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 12:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Garden Way Retirement
Address: 175 S 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.
Oakshire Brewing Cheese Wars
July 19, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Admission: $20
Location: Supreme Bean
Address: 29th & Willamette, Eugene, OR
Cheese Wars is a food-pairing showdown between two ancient beverages. Featuring 5 courses of cheese selected by Oakshire's Eriel Hoffmeier, each paired with a beer and wine. Brewmaster Matt Van Wyk will choose and present the beers, Isaac Silva of Estelle and OBM will choose and present the wines.
Solar Power Electricity
July 19, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Fern Ridge Library
Address: 88026 Territorial Rd, Veneta, OR 97487
Phone: 541-935-7512
Rob Currier will discuss major components of a solar electric system, local solar resources, how they apply to home and business, available incentives and costs to install.
All-Comers Meet
July 20, 2011 - July 21, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Wednesday & Thursday, 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $3
Location: Lane Community College (LCC)
Address: 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
Low-key for fun meets to try running and other track & field events. Races for all ages - anyone can join. Wednesday 12 years and under. Thursday 13 years and over.
Obon Festival
July 20, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday
Admission: Free
Location: Alton Baker Park
Address: Club Rd and Coburg Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
Enjoy a summer evening of Japanese folk dances, drumming by Eugene Taiko and Waka Daiko, Asian arts and crafts and Asian food.
Summer in the City: Family Game Extravaganza
July 20, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $1 suggested donation or 1 can of food
Location: Kesey Square
Address: Broadway & Willamette, Eugene, OR 97401
Come downtown with your kids for a lively, family game night. Eugene's Library game extraordinaire Chris Ballowe is sure to entertain with a life-size game of Hey That's My Fish and table games includes Apples to Apples, Fluxx and more.
2011 Interfaith Peace Walk
July 21, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 8:30 a.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Japanese American Memorial Garden
Address: 6th and Willamette, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-683-1350
Walk from Eugene to Washington for a nuclear free future led by Buddhist monks. Ceremony, day long walk, 5:30 p.m. potluck & program.
Brewer's Union Tap Takeover
July 21, 2011 - July 22, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday & Friday, noon - 10 p.m.
Location: 16 Tons
Address: 265 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-345-2003
The Brewers Union Local 180, Oregon's only real ale pub and brewery, takes over 16 Tons taps for two days of special casks tastings. Sample 4 original blends for the Oakridge brewery.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 21, 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 Vancouver Canadians on Vegas Night. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Peak Challenge
July 21, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 6 p.m.
Admission: $15 - $25
Location: Lamb Cottage - Skinner Butte Park
Phone: 541-484-9883
The second leg of the Butte Triple Crown Series with a new course for 2011.
Summer Melodrama
July 21, 2011 - July 24, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Thursday & Friday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
Admission: $10
Location: Florence Playhouse
Address: 208 Laurel Street, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-997-1675
Get ready to "boo" the villain and "cheer" the hero in yet another musical medley of melodramatic mayhem. Shows: West of Mapleton or The Fate of the Florentine Phantom. Written by local Florence playwright, Larry Korosec.
Swingin' Summer Night: A Benefit for Volunteers In Medicine Clinic
July 21, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 6 - 10 p.m.
Admission: $150
Location: Sweet Cheeks Winery
Address: 27007 Briggs Hill Rd, Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-868-3578
Come out for the 3rd annual fundraiser with a gourmet dinner, fine wine and dancing under the stars.
Cottage Grove Art Walk
July 22, 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 22, 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 Emeralds Baseball
July 22, 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 Vancouver Canadians. Celebrate Sluggo's Birthday Party with fireworks. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Fiesta Latina
July 22, 2011 - July 23, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday, 5:30 - 11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Admission: $5, free under age 10
Location: Island Park
Address: 200 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: 541-514-7234
Lane County's annual Latin American cultural celebration features great food, local art, car show, fireworks, Latin music and dancing.
Friday Night Live: Jerry Zybach Duo
July 22, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 6 - 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Saginaw Vineyard
Address: 80247 Delight Valley School Rd, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Phone: 541-942-1364
Live entertainment and old-fashioned fun in the great outdoor beauty of Saginaw Vineyard. Wine, beer, pop and food available for purchase or bring your own picnic basket. No outside alcohol or dogs allowed.
Gem Faire
July 22, 2011 - July 24, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday, noon - 6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: $7
Location: Lane Events Center - Exhibit Hall
Address: 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: 503-252-8300
Renowned marketplace for the finest gemstones, beads, jewelry, minerals, fossils, meteorites, lapidary equipment, metaphysical items and much more at the lowest prices in today's market.
Live Glassblowing
July 22, 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.
Movie in the Park: The Goonies
July 22, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 8:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Meadow Park
Address: 851 Mill St., Springfield, OR 97477
Outdoor movies are back. Bring your blanket and low-back chairs for a movie under the stars. Concessions available.
Springfield Farmers' Market
July 22, 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.
Steel Pulse & The Wailers
July 22, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 6 p.m.
Admission: $29 - $35
Location: Cuthbert Amphitheater
Address: Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
UK Grammy-winning group, Steel Pulse, performs reggae music with a message close to their roots.
Summer in the City Movies: Willow
July 22, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Sladden Park
Address: N Adams & Cheshire, Eugene, OR 97401
Come out to the park for a great summer movie. Rated PG, 126 minutes.
Where Will Our Future Energy Come From?
July 22, 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
A lecture and discussion with Clay Norris, the Director of Power Resources for EWEB, and Julie Daniel, Executive Director of BRING. Learn where the city gets its power from now and how much energy is needed in the future.
Whiteaker Neighborhood River Festival
July 22, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 4 - 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: behind the River House
Address: 301 N Adams St, Eugene, OR 97402
Phone: 541-682-5329
Try a river kayak or Oregon's largest slip-n-slide. Live music and circus acts. Fun For All Fun Zone.
Bite of Eugene
July 23, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Admission: Free, donations suggested
Location: Alton Baker Park
Address: 632 Day Island Road, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-968-5228
A celebration of our local food and dessert scene with a focus on sustainability. Entertainment includes local music, cooking classes, family/children's area and a live local “Iron Chef” competition.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 23, 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 Vancouver Canadians. Pepsi presents The Zooperstars. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Henry Turner Band
July 23, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 7 p.m.
Admission: $20
Location: Florence Playhouse
Address: 208 Laurel St., Old Town Florence, OR
Phone: 541-997-1675
A benefit concert for Marty Adams, who suffers from severe diabetes. The Henry Turner Band from New Orleans will perform Reggae music.
Main Street Chili Cook-Off
July 23, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, noon - 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Trailhead Park
Address: 10th & Main St., Cottage Grove, OR
Phone: 541-942-2411
Here's to making that Perfect Chili. Come downtown to taste and savor local chili recipes. Awards will be given for best chili, most unique tasting chili, people's choice, and most festive both.
MidSummer Skate Competition
July 23, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 5 p.m.
Admission: $3
Location: Churchill Skatepark
Address: Bailey Hill & W 18th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
All ages and abilities welcome. Watch for free and join in the fun with hot dogs, prizes and music. Register at 4 p.m. Parent must register 18 and under.
Summer in the City Movies: Rabbit Proof Fence
July 23, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Amazon Park
Address: 680 E 24th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
Come out to the park for a great summer movie. Rated PG, 94 minutes.
Tour of Homes
July 23, 2011 - July 31, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday - Friday, 6 - 9 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday, noon - 6 p.m.
Location: Various locations
Phone: 541-484-5352
Tour 17 of Lane County's beautiful homes. Presented by the Home Builders Association of Lane County.
Town & Country Garden Tour
July 23, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Admission: $12
Location: various
Garden tour showcasing a variety of local gardens at their summer best and offers a glimpse into many people's private sanctuaries. Includes Cottage Grove Garden Club plant sale.
WARP Downhill Bike Race
July 23, 2011 - July 24, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday - Sunday, 10 a.m.
Admission: Free for spectators, gondola fee
Location: Willamette Pass Resort
Address: Milepost 62 - Hwy 58, Crescent Lake Junction, OR 97425
Phone: 541-393-1425
A two-day, action packed event which brings out some of the top downhill mountain bikers in the Northwest. 1,500 feet of vertical drop.
Alpaca Sum'r Nights
July 24, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday
Admission: Free
Location: Bailley Hill Alpacas
Address: 85985 Bailey Hill Road, Eugene, OR 97405
Bailey Hill Alpacas welcome you and your's to picnic with the Pacas. Join in for some summer fun in the sun, refreshments provided.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 24, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 5:05 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 Everett AquaSox. It's Levi's Bat Giveway. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
National Night Out Kick-off Party
July 24, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 4 - 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Island Park
Address: 215 W B St, Springfield, OR 97477
Phone: 541-726-3731
Carnival games, inflatables and an obstacle course. Public safety displays, police and fire vehicles.
Rolf Prima Tri at the Grove
July 24, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 7 - 11 a.m.
Admission: $55 - $185
Location: Cottage Grove Lake, Lakeside Park
Address: 75819 Shortridge Hill Rd, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
The Rolf Prima Tri at the Grove features Olympic and Sprint distance triathlon courses. Perfect rural venue. Clean cool water, great country roads to ride on and an out and back run on a closed course.
Slightly Stoopid
July 24, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $32.50 - $35
Location: Cuthbert Amphitheater
Address: Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
This group after decades of making music together have perfect the art of stealth groove. Opening with Rebelution.
Summer in the City Live Music: Junction City Polka Band
July 24, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Washburne Park
Address: Agate & 20th, Eugene, OR 97401
Grab a partner and dance the Polka.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 25, 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 Everett AquaSox. It's Bring Your Dog to the Park night. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Summer Mondays: Ballet Folklorico Alma de Mexico
July 25, 2011
Event Days & Times: Monday, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Emerald Park
Address: 1400 Lake Dr, Eugene, OR 97404
Phone: 541-688-4052
Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair for an evening of discovery and get a glimpse into the cultural traditions and history of this group.
Eugene Emeralds Baseball
July 26, 2011
Event Days & Times: Tuesday, 7:05 p.m.
Location: P.K. Park
Address: 2760 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Eugene, OR
Phone: 541-342-5367
The Emeralds take on the Everett AquaSox. The Ems are a Minor League Baseball affiliate of the San Diego Padres.
Mad Duckling Children's Theatre presents Puss in Boots
July 26, 2011 - July 30, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m.
Admission: $5
Location: Amazon Park
Address: 680 E 24th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-346-4192
The Commedia Puss in Books is a tale of a young man who follows the advice of a clever cat in extraordinary footwear to achieve nobility and a fine marriage.
West Cascades Fiddle Camp & Workshops
July 26, 2011 - July 29, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Tuesday - Friday; classes 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. & 1 - 3 p.m.; workshop 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $25, $60, $75
Location: Westridge Middle School
Address: 46433 Westfir Rd, Westfir, OR 97492
Phone: 541-998-2064
Hosted by District 6 of the Oregon Old-Time Fiddlers Association, classes are available for beginners to the more accomplished fiddler. Performances and jams will be held in the evenings.
2011 Senior American Legion Oregon State Baseball Tournament
July 27, 2011 - August 01, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Wednesday - Monday
Location: Swede Johnson Stadium
Address: 200 Silver Ln, Eugene, OR 97404
Come cheer on the Challengers! The past two years the Oregon State champion has gone on to win the Northwest regional and play in the American Legion World Series so be sure you don’t miss out!
After Hours Party at Backstreet Gallery
July 27, 2011 - December 28, 2011
Recurring monthly on the last Wednesday
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 5 - 7 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Backstreet Gallery
Address: 1421 Bay Street, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-997-8980
Mingle among the artists while enjoying the live music and wonderful appetizers & drinks.
All-Comers Meet
July 27, 2011 - July 28, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Wednesday & Thursday, 5:30 p.m.
Admission: $3
Location: Lane Community College (LCC)
Address: 4000 E 30th Ave, Eugene, OR 97405
Low-key for fun meets to try running and other track & field events. Races for all ages - anyone can join. Wednesday 12 years and under. Thursday 13 years and over.
Drawing Marathon
July 27, 2011
Event Days & Times: Wednesday, 6 p.m.
Admission: $1 suggested donation or one can of food
Location: Kesey Square
Address: Broadway & Willamette, Eugene, OR 97401
Prepare to be inspired as you witness the creation of a unique drawing right before your eyes. Live models pose in different costumes for long-time professional artists as well as new to the craft drawers. Soul Jazz will perform.
Lagunitas Tasting and Pint Night
July 28, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 4 - 6 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: 16 Tons
Address: 265 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-345-2003
Henry from Lagunitas will be on hand to pour free tasters of several Lagunitas favorites. Free pint glass/jar with pint purchase. Special beers on tap all night.
Summer in the City Live Music: Rare Monk
July 28, 2011
Event Days & Times: Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Monroe Park
Address: 10th & Monroe, Eugene, OR 97401
Get your boogie on with this Portland/Eugene band. With a sound that has continued to evolve since the band's formation, they combine pop, rock, psych, jazz and funk together into a powerhouse performance.
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges
July 29, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Greenway Bike Bridge
Address: Across from Valley River Center, Eugene, OR 97401
Celebrate biking and walking. Coffee, bagels, safety checks, minor bike tune-ups and free bike bell installation.
Floydian Slips
July 29, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7 p.m.
Admission: $16
Location: Cuthbert Amphitheater
Address: Day Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
After more than a decade, the Pacific Northwest musical collective known as the Floydian Slips continue to tear through the discography of classic Pink Floyd, performing many of the iconic hits.
Friday Night Live: DreamDog
July 29, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 6 - 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Saginaw Vineyard
Address: 80247 Delight Valley School Rd, Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Phone: 541-942-1364
Live entertainment and old-fashioned fun in the great outdoor beauty of Saginaw Vineyard. Wine, beer, pop and food available for purchase or bring your own picnic basket. No outside alcohol or dogs allowed.
Lowell Blackberry Jam Festival
July 29, 2011 - July 31, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Fri. 5 - 10 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Rolling Rock Park
Address: off Hwy 58, Lowell, OR 97452
Phone: 866-516-5534
A wholesome community event featuring a quilt show, delicious food, a fishing derby, kids games, plenty of great music, classic car show, "Car Jam." And bring your appetite - there's even a pie eating contest.
Movie in the Park: Megamind
July 29, 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.
Musicians on the Edge
July 29, 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
Eugene prides itself as A Great City for the Arts & Outdoors. Enjoy a discussion with local artists led by the Register-Guard's popular music critic Serena Markstrom.
OFAM: Girl Crazy
July 29, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $48, $38, $30, $22
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts
Address: 7th & Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-434-7000
The story of a wealthy New York playboy whose father sends him West to get him away from Damon Runyon-types. The second-to-last musical comedy written by George and Ira Gershwin.
Oregon Festival of American Music (OFAM)
July 29, 2011 - August 12, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Daily
Location: The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts
Address: 868 High St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-434-7000
A celebration of American music including musicals, concerts, movies, lectures and camps. Theme is Too Marvelous For Words, a tribute to Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra, and their extraordinary interpretations of the classic American Songbook. Performances at the Shedd and the Hult Center.
Side by Side by Sondheim
July 29, 2011 - July 31, 2011
Recurring daily
Event Days & Times: Friday & Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
Admission: $10
Location: Florence Playhouse
Address: 208 Laurel Street, Florence, OR 97439
Phone: 541-997-1675
A delightful musical revue featuring the best-known songs of prolific composer Stephen Sondheim.
Summer in the City Movies: Akeelah & the Bee
July 29, 2011
Event Days & Times: Friday, 9 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Monroe Park
Address: 10th & Monroe, Eugene, OR 97401
Come out to the park for a great summer movie. Rated PG, 112 minutes.
Benefits by the Glass
July 30, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 2 - 6 p.m.
Admission: $20
Location: Our Daily Bread Restaurant
Address: 88170 Territorial Road, Veneta, OR 97487
Phone: 541-833-0180
Enjoy music by local musicians, a silent auction and drawings throughout the afternoon. Tickets include a complimentary glass of wine by Domaine Meriwether, 25% off lunch or dinner at Our Daily Bread.
Coburg Quilt Show & Tea
July 30, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday
Admission: Free
Location: Historic downtown
Phone: 541-484-3336
Spend a sunny summer day in Coburg's historic downtown parks and buildings. Browse the quilt entries as they float on the breeze in the parks. Vendor booths and heirloom quilt display.
Hardesty Hardcore Trail Run
July 30, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 8 a.m.
Admission: $30 - $45
Location: Hardesty Trailhead
Phone: 541-484-9883
The 14 mile "hardcore" starts and finishes at the Hardesty Trailhead, climbing 3300 feet in the first 4.5 miles, descending 3300 feet in the next 4 miles, and then rolling for the final 5.5 miles. The 5.5 mile "forest-fiver" starts at the South Creek Trailhead and runs to the finish at the Hardesty Trailhead parking lot.
The Leaburg Festival
July 30, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: McKenzie Bible Fellowship
Address: 45061 McKenzie Highway, Leaburg, OR 97489
McKenzie River Lions Club sponsored family event. Traditional 9 a.m. blueberry pancake breakfast. Events, entertainment, BBQ chicken, garden burgers & hot dogs. Pet Parade & trick demonstrations.
Victorian Floral Arranging
July 30, 2011
Event Days & Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - noon
Admission: $30 non-members, $25 members
Location: Shelton McMurphy Johnson House
Address: 303 Willamette St., Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-484-0808
Join Karin Couch, owner of SugarPlums Fleurs and the “in-House” floral designer, for an introduction to Victorian floral arranging. You’ll bring home your own bouquet of beautiful fresh blooms.
Family Nature Discovery Day: Wildlife Hospital
July 31, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, noon - 4 p.m.
Admission: General admission + $2 activity fee
Location: Cascades Raptor Center
Address: 32275 Fox Hollow Rd, Eugene, OR 97405
Phone: 541-485-1320
Visit the raptors for a family fun day in nature. Be a rehabilitator for a day and rescue, treat and 'release' an injured stuffed animal.
Fern Ridge Beef Pit BBQ
July 31, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, noon - 5 p.m.
Admission: $12; $10 seniors 62 & older; $6 children 12 & under
Location: St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
Address: 25181 E Broadway, Veneta, OR 97487
Phone: 541-935-3933
The 56th annual Barbecue. The family fun includes great food, games, prizes, raffle, silent auction, bingo and music by the renowned Coupe-de-Ville.
OFAM: Girl Crazy
July 31, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 2 p.m.
Admission: $48, $38, $30, $22
Location: Hult Center for the Performing Arts
Address: 7th & Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-434-7000
The story of a wealthy New York playboy whose father sends him West to get him away from Damon Runyon-types. The second-to-last musical comedy written by George and Ira Gershwin.
Summer in the City Live Music: Oregon Tuba Ensemble
July 31, 2011
Event Days & Times: Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Location: Washburne Park
Address: Agate & 20th, Eugene, OR
Familiar tunes & classical melodies performed entirely on tubas. The City of Eugene Recreation is also offering a safe tree climbing experience for all ages.
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