EUGfun
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EUGfun 2019 Guide
Select the brochure to browse or check out the calendar below. Calendar below includes event updates.
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EUGfun Coffin Races
Eugene's Halloween-themed Soapbox Derby is back on October 19. Come watch the race, get crafty and enjoy local brew and food.
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Calendar of Events
BEAM
Friday, September 20 • 7:30 - 10 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by ArtCity Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
BEAM is a showcase of art that incorporates light with an outdoor pop-up gallery that is truly illuminating. Meet local artists and enjoy food and beverage vendors on site. All ages welcome.
Eugene Sunday Streets
Sunday, September 22 • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Downtown Eugene
Presented by City of Eugene Transportation Options
In the heart of downtown, the ninth annual Eugene Sunday Streets will close down miles of car traffic and open it up for people to walk, bike and roll in open streets. There will be safety resources like free helmets, bike maps, lights and plenty of vendors with information on how to stay active and engaged in our community. Join us for hours of biking, playing, live music and more.
Culture Caravan
Thursday, September 26 • 8 - 9 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by Harmonic Laboratory with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Culture Caravan is a mobile media kiosk that turns virtual reality inside-out to deliver rich and immersive experiences to those with little or no access to live performance, media arts and dance.
Blue Heron Bike Bridge
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges
Friday, September 27 • 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Blue Heron Bike Bridge (Cesar Chavez and Fern Ridge Path)
Presented by City of Eugene Transportation Options
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges is designed for commuters, path users, and new riders to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee while getting a bicycle safety check, learning more about transportation in Eugene and meeting City staff. This summer series is growing quickly and we are excited to encourage active transportation with local advocacy organizations and local businesses. The theme is Safe Routes to School!
Culture Caravan
Friday, October 4 • 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by Harmonic Laboratory with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Culture Caravan is a mobile media kiosk that turns virtual reality inside-out to deliver rich and immersive experiences to those with little or no access to live performance, media arts and dance.
Wordcrafters in Eugene at the ArtWalk
First Friday ArtWalk
Friday, October 4 • 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Kesey Square & Downtown Eugene
Presented by Lane Arts Council and Wordcrafters in Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
First Friday ArtWalk is the monthly celebration of downtown Eugene’s creative and artistic excellence. In Kesey Square, Wordcrafters in Eugene presents “Fill the Square with Poetry!” Join us for poetry and spoken word performances, interactive poetry games and more. More info at lanearts.org/first-friday-artwalk.
Middle Eastern Folk and Belly Dance
Friday, October 4 • 6 - 7 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
A delightfully colorful show of classic, modern, folkloric and fusion dances performed by Middle Eastern Dance Guild of Eugene.
Track Town Throwdown: Live Music Swing Dance
Saturday, October 5 • 3 - 5 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by Track Town Swing with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Outdoor swing dance with live music and an introductory lesson followed by a swing dance performance featuring local and regional dancers.
Nourish: Food for Life
Tuesday, October 8 • 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by Positive Community Kitchen with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Pick up some fresh recipes and cooking tips at these monthly cooking demos designed to inspire and to simplify preparing healing meals in your home. During the Lane County Farmers Market.
Volunteer After-Party/Vision Zero Fashion Show
Wednesday, October 9 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by City of Eugene Transportation Options
This is a special thank you party for all of our volunteers, sponsors and staff who helped make our season of Sunday Streets, Breakfast at the Bike Bridges and Party in the Parks a success. If you attended these events and would like to join in, you are welcome, too.
YOGA-OKE!: Singalong Yoga & Karaoke
Thursday, October 10 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by STOP DROP & YOGA with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Move your body and sing your heart out, it’s YOG-AOKE! Join us downtown to croon along with your cat-cow. A mindful, fun all-ages yoga class with live singalong to open your heart.
Culture Caravan
Saturday, October 12 • 9 - 11 a.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by Harmonic Laboratory with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Culture Caravan is a mobile media kiosk that turns virtual reality inside-out to deliver rich and immersive experiences to those with little or no access to live performance, media arts and dance.
Coffin Races
Saturday, October 19 • Noon - 4 p.m.
Third Avenue and Lincoln Street
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Come one, come all to Eugene’s second annual coffin-inspired soap box derby! Teams will race down Lincoln Street for the love and glory of speed and creativity. This is not to be missed. Team registration goes live at 8 a.m. July 18. Visit EUGfun.org/coffinraces for more information.
Culture Caravan
Thursday, October 24 • 8 - 9 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by Harmonic Laboratory with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Culture Caravan is a mobile media kiosk that turns virtual reality inside-out to deliver rich and immersive experiences to those with little or no access to live performance, media arts and dance.
The Octet: Jazz Concert
Friday, November 1 • 6 - 7 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
For this First Friday concert, eight of Eugene’s finest jazz musicians play favorites from the Great American Songbook. The Octet features Garret Baxter, Dan Gaynor, Josh Hettwer, Matt Hettwer, Paul Krueger, Joe Manis, Ken Mastrogiovanni and Roger Woods.
Light Up Downtown
Friday, November 22 • 5:15 - 7 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Join family and friends in the Park Blocks for our festive, fun and inclusive fifth annual Light Up Downtown tree lighting event. Special guests, live entertainment, food trucks and festive cocktails will be enjoyed.
Tai Chi in the Park Blocks
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 4 - September 19 • 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by Eugene Rec
Join your neighbors in practicing this ancient Chinese art. It uses calm, flowing movements to promote balance and flexibility and to reduce stress. Wear loose clothing and dress for the weather. Meets by the salmon fountain in the West Park Blocks. Make a morning of it by enjoying the Lane County Farmers Market immediately afterward. There won’t be class July 4.
Amazon Farmers Market
Thursdays, June 13 - October 17 • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Amazon Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
The Amazon Farmers Market runs every Thursday. Get your fresh veggies, fruit, honey and many more local products.
Stray Cast Improv in Kesey Square
Saturdays, July 13 - September 14 • 10 a.m. - Noon
Kesey Square
Presented by OSLP Arts & Culture Program with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Come get together with Mike Shugrue for improv games, music and laughter. A great way to meet new friends. People of all abilities are welcome.
Lost or forgot something at a EUGfun event? No problem! If someone turned it in to our staff, we will get it to the Downtown Eugene Public Library as soon as possible after the event. Stop by the information desk to claim your item. They will hold items for up to five (5) business days before donating them to a local charity.
Contact Us
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Community Programs Senior Manager
Colette Ramirez
Ph: 541-682-6347
Downtown Programs Manager
Mindy Linder
Ph: 541-682-6360
Production Coordinators
Ph: 541-682-5542
Kerry Weeks
Oliver Neill
Tara Burke
Melissa Padron
Nate Trowbridge
Brought to you by the City of Eugene with support from these local businesses. Thank you to our sponsors for making Eugene a great place to live, work and play!