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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Calendar of Events
Stories of the Stars Puppet Show
Summer Reading
Wednesday, July 17 • 1 - 2 p.m. — Downtown Library
Thursday, July 18 • 11 - noon — Bethel Branch
Thursday, July 18 • 3 - 4 p.m. — Sheldon Branch
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Explore tales of constellations with Tears of Joy Theatre’s lively puppet show.
Tony
Movies in the Park
Wednesday, July 17 • 8:30 - 11 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by Human Rights Commission
Gather with music, food carts and information about current
and planned local services available to people needing shelter and housing in Eugene. This film focuses on Tony Rodriguez, a smart, articulate man who is unhoused in San Diego and who agreed to make a documentary looking for concrete solutions to homelessness.
Touch-A-Truck
Thursday, July 18 • 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
The trucks are coming back to the Barn! Climb into a fire engine, a police vehicle, a backhoe, a dump truck, an LTD bus, an 18-wheeler and more. A family event sure to please all ages. Food available for purchase.
Charles Peachock
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, July 18 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza
Presented by Hult Presents
Two-time gold medalist and world champion juggler Charles Peachock is a finalist from the No. 1-ranked show, “America’s Got Talent,” where he went further than any juggler in the show’s 10-year history. Charles has broken traditional barriers, moving juggling from the circus tent into arenas worldwide using outside-the-box artistic routines, original concepts one-of-a-kind props, woven with clever comedic moments honed with wit and warmth.
Studio Without Walls
Friday, July 19 • 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by ArtCity Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Studio Without Walls is a Euro-Eugene style environment with music, dance, poetry and a diverse range of artmaking where you can meet local artists. Food and beverage vendors will be on site.
Ralph Breaks the Internet
Movies in the Park
Friday, July 19 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Washington Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
Six years after the events of “Wreck-It Ralph,” Ralph and Vanellope, now friends, discover a Wi-Fi router in their arcade, leading them into a new adventure. (PG, 1h 51m)
Teddy Bear Picnic
Summer Reading
Saturday, July 20 • 11 a.m. - Noon
Campbell Community Center
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Bring your stuffed friends for a family gathering featuring live music by Carleen and Mike McCornack and the Garden Variety Band on the lawn outside the community center.
Marley and Me
Movies in the Park
Saturday, July 20 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Arrowhead Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
A family learns important life lessons from their adorable but naughty and neurotic dog. (PG, 1h 55m)
Harry and the Potters: Wizard Rock Band
Summer Reading
Sunday, July 21 • 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
What would happen if Harry Potter quit quidditch, stole a time turner and started a band with his earlier self? Find out! Catch the band that invented wizard rock at this all-ages concert and dance party. Brothers Paul and Joe DeGeorge have been touring the globe since 2002 with their legendary high-energy show.
Oregon Tuba Ensemble
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, July 21 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Bring a blanket and kick off your shoes! Come relax in the beauty of Washburne Park and listen to great music. The Oregon Tuba Association was formed in 1978 to perform Christmas Carols at the mall in downtown Eugene. The Ensemble is comprised of tubas and euphoniums (tenor tubas) that play four- and five-part harmonies. The Ensemble performs at a variety of venues, weddings, dedications, civic and community events, Saturday/Holiday Markets, funerals, birthday celebrations, retirement communities, just about anywhere.
Lady Bug Release
Tuesday, July 23 • 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by City of Eugene Facilities
Kids and families are encouraged to join our fabulous Facilities crew as they release lady bugs in the Park Blocks flowers, demonstrating our eco-friendly and sustainable pest control.
Taiko Drums
Summer Reading
Wednesday, July 24 • 1 - 2 p.m. — Downtown Library
Thursday, July 25 • 11 - noon — Bethel Branch
Thursday, July 25 • 3 - 4 p.m. — Sheldon Branch
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Get moving and energized to the powerful beat of Eugene Taiko.
POPgoji
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, July 25 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza
Presented by Hult Presents
POPgoji is a large, Portland-based dance band mashing up Brazilian rhythms with pop-soul lyrics. In 2013, percussionist Michael Galen wanted to build on the vibrant energy of local samba jam sessions (pagodes) by making it easier for non-Portuguese speakers to participate. He rallied a group of musicians to combine Brazilian rhythms with American pop-soul. POPgoji was an instant hit in the samba community and quickly grew to a wider audience as a staple dance band in Portland.
Wallis Street Bridge
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges
Friday, July 26 • 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Wallis Street Bridge (Fern Ridge Path - West)
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 Transit & WestEmX!
The Sandlot
Movies in the Park
Friday, July 26 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Churchill Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
In the summer of 1962, a new kid in town is taken under the wing of a young baseball prodigy and his rowdy team, resulting in many adventures. (PG, 1h 41m)
20x21 Eugene Walls
Saturday, July 27 – Friday, August 2
Locations Throughout Eugene
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services and 20x21 EUG Mural Project
Mural magic returns! Eugene Walls is a week-long event featuring international artists Adele (Belgium), Martha Cooper (USA), Sydney Waerts aka SIT (Netherlands), Fintan Magee (Australia) and local artist Kari Johnson (Eugene). More information at 20x21eug.com.
Horton Hears a Who!
Movies in the Park
Saturday, July 27 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Maurie Jacobs Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
Horton the Elephant struggles to protect a microscopic community from his neighbors who refuse to believe it exists. (G, 1h 26m)
Party in the Parks Meets Washburne!
Party in the Parks
Sunday, July 28 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park
Presented by City of Eugene
Washburne Park Concerts and Party in the Parks collaborate on this family friendly evening. Come spend the end of your weekend enjoying parks and community. Relax on the open lawn, get your face painted and enjoy the sounds of Seffarine.
Drag Story Time with Carina Borealis Farce
Tuesday, July 30 • 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Kids and families are invited to join Carina by the fountain in the West Park Block for LGBTQ+ children’s stories to inspire creativity and living as your biggest and most magical self.
Drum and Dance with Denbaya
Tuesday, July 30 • 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by Denbaya Drum and Dance with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Drummer and dancer Fodé Sylla of Guinea, West Africa brings his energy, smile and extraordinary talents to the streets of Eugene with Denbaya Drum & Dance troupe. They will demonstrate West African rhythm and dance, inviting community members to participate in learning simple patterns together and playing stand-up bucket drums in unison.
KING-PONG
Tuesday, July 30 • 8 - 10 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by EugeneTech and CodeChops with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Local artists, musicians, game developers and makers welcome to the community a larger-than-life electronic PONG tournament using giant controllers, projected on a huge, 20-foot screen. Great fun for the whole family with costumes and activities.
Shark Time
Summer Reading
Wednesday, July 31 • 1 - 2 p.m. — Downtown Library
Thursday, August 1 • 11 - noon — Bethel Branch
Thursday, August 1 • 3 - 4 p.m. — Sheldon Branch
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Learn about these amazing creatures with the Oregon Coast Aquarium.
DJ Anjali and The Incredible Kid
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 1 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza
Presented by Hult Presents
DJ Anjali and The Incredible Kid bring the party with their mix of Panjabi Folk, Bhangra and Giddha. They’ve spent more than 18 years igniting dance floors with cutting edge music not limited by borders or language. They host the world’s longest-running Bhangra and Bollywood party, co-founded the Pacific Northwest’s first Global Bass dance party and currently host TROPITAAL! A Desi Latinx Soundclash every month at Goodfoot.
Teen Movie: Edward Scissorhands
Movies in the Park
Thursday, August 1 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Echo Hollow Pool & Fitness Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
An artificial man, who was incompletely constructed and has scissors for hands, leads a solitary life. Then one day, a suburban lady meets him and introduces him to her world. (PG-13, 2h 4m)
Visual Arts Week Kickoff
First Friday ArtWalk
Friday, August 2 • 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Eugene
Presented by Lane Arts Council and City of Eugene Cultural Services
The First Friday ArtWalk kicks off Visual Arts Week, highlighting the Mayor’s Art Show, BRIDGE Exhibitions and more. Follow along with the guided tour to hear from featured artists or explore the many participating galleries and venues on your own. Full details at lanearts.org/first-friday-artwalk.
Mayor’s Art Show
Visual Arts Week
Friday, August 2 - Saturday, August 31
Maurie Jacobs Community Room
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
The Mayor’s Art Show is part of a larger celebration of contemporary visual art, artists and the City’s public spaces. It celebrates local artists, art production and champions the visual arts. The Mayor’s Art Show recognizes the accomplishments of artists who are committed to enriching their communities through visual arts. Full details of the event can be found at eugene-or.gov/visualartsweek.
BRIDGE Exhibitions
Visual Arts Week
Friday, August 2 - Friday, August 9
Downtown Eugene & Neighboring Districts
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
BRIDGE Exhibitions creates opportunities for innovative, contemporary art projects, pieces and experiences that explore, express or reflect social, personal, political or ecological issues of the times. Artists and organizations engage in conversation with curator Lillian Almeida to effectively place locally generated contemporary art projects in the public eye. Full details of the event can be found at eugene-or.gov/bridge.
Shakespeare’s Stories
Summer Reading
Friday, August 2 • 6 - 7 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Fools Haven acting company performs scenes from Shakespeare that tell a story-within-a-story.
Isle of Dogs
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 2 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Monroe Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
Set in Japan, “Isle of Dogs” follows a boy’s odyssey in search of his lost dog. (PG-13, 1h 41m)
Delta Ponds
First Saturday Park Walk
Saturday, August 3 • 9 - 11 a.m.
Delta Ponds
Presented by Eugene Rec
Explore the ecology and management of Eugene’s beautiful parks. Naturalists lead these interpretive walks. Meet behind Valley River Center at the downriver corner near the bike path along the river.
Monarcas Baseball Clinic
Saturday, August 3 • 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by the Eugene Emeralds and Eugene Rec
All ages welcome for this baseball clinic.
The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles
Free Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 3 & Sunday, August 4 • 6 - 9 p.m.
Amazon Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec and Free Shakespeare in the Park
Eugene’s longest running free theater program presents “The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles.” Bring a picnic, blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends to enjoy this play filled with pirates, villains and romance.
Honey, I Shrunk the Kids
Movies in the Park
Saturday, August 3 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Bethel Community Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
A scientist father of a teenage girl and boy accidentally shrinks his and two other neighborhood teens to the size of insects. Now the teens must fight diminutive dangers as the father searches for them. (PG, 1h 33m)
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 4 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Skinner Butte Park
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections provide the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Bring your friends, bring your family and enjoy Sunday fun for all.
Klezmonauts
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 4 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Klezmer is the exuberant music from the Jewish villages of Eastern Europe, with diverse roots from ancient Hebrew melodies to fiery Hungarian dances. The Klezmonauts add influences from their own backgrounds in jazz, bluegrass, Indian, African and Celtic music. Add a dose of spirited improvisation and the sound is intricate and exhilarating.
Drag Storytime with Carina Borealis Farce
Tuesday, August 6 • 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Kids and families are invited to join Carina by the fountain in the West Park Blocks for LGBTQ+ children’s stories to inspire creativity and living as your biggest and most magical self.
Gangstagrass
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 8 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza
Presented by Hult Presents
Bluegrass and hip-hop may sound like an odd combination, but don’t tell that to Producer Rench, who birthed the fusion in 2006, with Gangstagrass. “There are a lot more people out there with Jay-Z and Johnny Cash on their playlists than you think,” says Rench. He should know – he’s toured the country with a band of bluegrass pickers and hip-hop emcees to the delight of standing room crowds everywhere.
Turbo
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 9 • 9 - 11 p.m.
State Street Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
A freak accident might just help an everyday garden snail achieve his biggest dream: winning the Indianapolis 500. (PG 1h 36m)
The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles
Free Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 10 & Sunday, August 11 • 6 - 9 p.m.
Amazon Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec and Free Shakespeare in the Park
Eugene’s longest running free theater program presents “The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles.” Bring a picnic, blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends to enjoy this play filled with pirates, villains and romance.
Selena (en español)
Movies in the Park
Saturday, August 10 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Sladden Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
The true story of Selena Quintanilla-Perez, a Texas-born Tejano singer who rose from cult status to having chart topping albums on the Latin music charts. (PG, 2h 7m)
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 11 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Skinner Butte Park
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections provide the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Bring your friends, bring your family and enjoy Sunday fun for all.
Moonlight Jubilee
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 11 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Rooted in bluegrass and old time music and stirring in elements of soul, swing, blues and jazz, Moonlight Jubilee plays high energy good time music powered by tight harmonies and instrumentation. Come relax in the beauty of Washburne Park and listen to great music.
Nourish: Food for Life
Tuesday, August 13 • 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.
Drum and Dance with Denbaya
Tuesday, August 13 • 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by Denbaya Drum and Dance with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Drummer and dancer Fodé Sylla of Guinea, West Africa brings his energy, smile and extraordinary talents to the streets of Eugene with Denbaya Drum & Dance troupe. They will demonstrate West African rhythm and dance, inviting community members to participate in learning simple patterns together and playing stand-up bucket drums in unison.
Family Fun Night
Thursday, August 15 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
Meet your neighbors and friends for a free, fun-filled evening! Includes dinner, games, crafts and live entertainment. Dinner served until 6:30 p.m.
Ryanhood
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 15 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza
Presented by Hult Presents
Named Best Group/Duo at the 2014 International Acoustic Music Awards, acoustic duo Ryanhood got their first break more than a decade ago as street performers at Boston’s Quincy Market. Cameron Hood’s rich and folky lead vocals, Ryan Green’s explosive guitar and mandolin riffs and their vocal harmonies prompted the Arizona Daily Star to call them “a match made in radio heaven.”
Robin Hood
Roving Park Players
Thursday, August 15 & Friday, August 16 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Roving Park Players
Enjoy a great outdoor play by the Roving Park Players with this original adaptation of “Robin Hood.”
Adaptive Recreation 50th Anniversary
Friday, August 16 • 3 - 6 p.m.
Hilyard Community center
Presented by Eugene Rec
Adaptive Recreation is celebrating 50 years of programs and services, and Hilyard Community Center is celebrating 30 years as the home for recreation programs for people with disabilities. Celebrate alongside us and many of our community partners with vendors, performances, historical information and free activities
in the park.
Studio Without Walls
Friday, August 16 • 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by ArtCity Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Studio Without Walls is a Euro-Eugene style environment with music, dance, poetry and a diverse range of artmaking where you can meet local artists. Food and beverage vendors will be on site.
Robin Hood
Roving Park Players
Friday, August 16 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Roving Park Players
Enjoy a great outdoor play by the Roving Park Players with this original adaptation of “Robin Hood.”
E.T.
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 16 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Trainsong Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
A troubled child summons the courage to help a friendly alien escape Earth and return to his home world. (PG, 1h 55m)
The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles
Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 17 & Sunday, August 18 • 6 - 9 p.m.
Amazon Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec and Free Shakespeare in the Park
Eugene’s longest running free theater program presents “The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles.” Bring a picnic, blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends to enjoy this play filled with pirates, villains and romance.
Hidden Figures
Movies in the Park
Saturday, August 17 • 9 - 11 p.m.
University Park
Presented by Eugene Rec
A story about a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role at NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. (PG, 2h 7m)
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 18 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Skinner Butte Park
Presented by the City of Eugene Cultural Services
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections provide the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Bring your friends, bring your family and enjoy Sunday fun for all.
Springfield Community Band
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 18 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park
Presented by the City of Eugene Cultural Services
Come relax in the beauty of Washburne Park and listen to great music. The Springfield Community Band has members ranging in age from 14 to over 80 and include teachers, retirees, stay-at-home moms and local business owners.
Karaoke Dance Party
Summer Reading
Wednesday, August 21 • 1 - 2 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Kids and teens: groove, sing and celebrate together.
Campbell Center Neighborhood
Ice Cream Social
Thursday, August 22 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Campbell Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
What could be better on a hot August night than free ice cream, music and your good friends? Come join us for an evening full of summertime bliss.
Gina Chavez
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 22 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza
Presented by Hult Presents
Gina Chavez is an eight-time Austin Music Award winner and 2015 Austin Musician of the Year. Her blend of bilingual folk-pop is uniting people all over the world from Austin to Chicago and Venezuela to Saudi Arabia. In addition to garnering national attention on NPR’s “All Things Considered” and the Tiny Desk concert series, Chavez tours internationally as a cultural ambassador with the U.S. State Department and runs Niñas Arriba, a college scholarship fund for young women in gang-dominated El Salvador.
We Rise
Friday, August 23 • 5 - 8 p.m.
Park Blocks
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services with Community Partners
We Rise is a celebration of our community. We are excited to bring groups from throughout the Eugene-Springfield area that represent the fabric that weaves us together. We rise together to share in what makes us different.
The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles
Free Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 24 & Sunday, August 25 • 6 - 9 p.m.
Amazon Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec and Free Shakespeare in the Park
Eugene’s longest running free theater program presents “The Adventures of William Shakespeare’s Pericles.” Bring a picnic, blanket, lawn chairs, family and friends to enjoy this play filled with pirates, villains and romance.
Willamette River Festival
Saturday, August 24
Alton Baker Park
Presented by City of Eugene, Willamalane, UO Outdoor Program, Willamette Riverkeeper and the American Canoe Association
Get to know your Willamette River and enjoy a celebration of history, culture, ecology and recreation. Learn more about the indigenous cultural history in the Willamette Valley and connect to the river by walking, pedaling or paddling your way around the festival. Enjoy a variety of fun and family friendly interactive games and activities. For more information go to willametteriverfest.org.
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 25 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Skinner Butte Park
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections provide the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Bring your friends, bring your family and enjoy Sunday fun for all.
Eugene Taiko
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 25 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park
Presented by City of Eugene Cultural Services
Come enjoy the community-based Japanese drumming ensemble Eugene Taiko, which brings its drums alive with powerful beats and spellbinding rhythms. Performing modern interpretations of traditional pieces as well as their own compositions, the members of Eugene Taiko bring their energetic enthusiasm to performances.
KING-PONG
Tuesday, August 27 • 8 - 10 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presented by EugeneTech and CodeChops with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Local artists, musicians, game developers and makers welcome to the community a larger-than-life electronic PONG tournament using giant controllers, projected on a huge, 20-foot screen. Great fun for the whole family with costumes and activities.
Alonzo Chadwick and Zoulful Muzic
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 29 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza
Presented by Hult Presents
Alonzo Chadwick and Zoulful Muzic is a group of talented and skilled musicians and singers who specialize in various genres of music, including soul, funk, jazz, R&B, neo-soul, blues and gospel.
Amazon Path
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges
Friday, August 30 • 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Amazon Path (North side of 24th Avenue)
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 Central Eugene in Motion!
Fiesta Cultural Kickoff
First Friday ArtWalk
Friday, September 6 • 5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Kesey Square & Downtown Eugene
Presented by Lane Arts Council and City of Eugene Cultural Services
This event kicks off Lane Arts Council’s multi-month series of events celebrating Latinx art and culture in Lane County. Join this family friendly block party featuring live music, dance, contemporary Latinx art, crafts, food vendors and more.
Latino Family Fun Night
Friday, September 6 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
Meet your neighbors and friends for a fun-filled evening! Includes dinner, games, crafts and live entertainment. Dinner served until 6:30 p.m.
Meadowlark Prairie
First Saturday Park Walk
Saturday, September 7 • 9 - 11 a.m.
Meadow Lark Prairie
Presented by Eugene Rec
Explore the ecology and management of Eugene’s beautiful parks. Naturalists lead these interpretive walks. Meet at Meadowlark Prairie parking lot.
Nourish: Food for Life
Tuesday, September 10 • 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.
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.
Lettuce Grow Garden Club
Wednesdays, June 5 - August 28 • 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
A drop-in program for beginner and experienced gardeners alike to gather, learn and practice holistic, organic gardening techniques. Attendees can expect guest speakers, book readings and various seasonally appropriate gardening and sustainability activities. Come meet other gardeners and get help with your garden.
Fun For All
Weekdays, July 1 - August 23 • Times Vary
Eugene’s Neighborhood Parks
Presented by Eugene Rec
Supervised crafts and games for youth in neighborhood parks. Free lunch provided by FOOD for Lane County at most sites. Details at Getrec.org/funforall.
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.
Bilingual Family Fun
Saturdays, July 6 - August 31 • 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Songs, stories and fun for the whole family in Spanish and English!
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.
Música en Familia
Lectura de Verano
Sábados, 6 de julio - 31 de agosto • 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.
la Biblioteca Pública del Centro de Eugene
Presentado por Biblioteca Pública de Eugene
¡Canciones, cuentos y diversión para toda la familia en español y en inglés!
Noche Latina para la Familia
Jueves, 11 de julio • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn
Presentado por Eugene Rec
Ven a divertirte con tus amigos y tu familia en el Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn. Tendremos comida, entretenimiento, música y actividades para todos. ¡Gana premios jugando!
Selena
Cine al Aire Libre
Sábado, 10 de agosto • 9 - 11 p.m.
Sladden Park
Presentado por Eugene Rec
Una película biográfica sobre la vida de la tejana Selena Quintanilla-Perez, cantante de tex-mex, quien pasó de ser criticada a actuar en el Astrodome, quien además se convirtió en una de las latinas con más discos vendidos. (PG, 2h 7m)
Feria de Reparaciones
Sábado, 17 de agosto • 11 - 2 p.m.
Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn
Presentado por Eugene Rec
¿Tienes algún electrodoméstico, equipo electrónico o material textil que necesite reparación? ¡Arréglalo gratis en nuestra feria de reparaciones!
Helados con el Vecindario del Centro Campbell
Jueves, 22 de agosto • 5:30 - 7p.m
Centro Comunitario Campbell
Presentado por Eugene Rec
Helado gratis y música en vivo.
Noche Latina para la Familia
Viernes, 6 de septiembre • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn
Presentado por Eugene Rec
Ven a divertirte con tus amigos y tu familia en el Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn. Tendremos comida, entretenimiento, música y actividades para todos. ¡Gana premios jugando!
Fiesta Cultural
Serie Continua
Viernes, 6 de septiembre • 5:30 - 9:30pm
Kesey Square, en el Centro de Eugene
Presentado for los Servicios Culturales de la Ciudad de Eugene y for Lane Arts Council
Ven a celebrar el arte y la cultura latinoamericana con música en vivo, baile, arte contemporáneo, vendedores de comida, artesanías y mucho más. En esta serie de eventos de varios meses patrocinados por Lane Art Council.
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
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