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EUGfun 2018 Guide
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Calendar of Events
The Taming of the Shrew
Roving Park Players
Thursday, June 21 - Friday, June 22 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Roving Park Players
Enjoy this comedy written by William Shakespeare, brought to you by the Roving Park Players.
Echo Hollow Summer Kick Off Party
Friday, June 22 • 1:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Echo Hollow Pool & Fitness Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Join us as we celebrate the start of our summer season with a party during Rec Swim.
Sheldon Summer Kick Off Party
Friday, June 22 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Sheldon Pool & Fitness Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Join us as we celebrate the start of our summer season with a party during Rec Swim.
Amazon Summer Kick Off Party
Friday, June 22 • 2 - 5 p.m.
Amazon Pool Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Join us as we celebrate the start of our summer season with a party during Rec Swim.
Dance Showcase
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, June 22 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Join us for a lively night of dance with performances by Azucar Opens a New Window. , Xcape Dance Academy Opens a New Window. , Retro Opens a New Window. and Twisted Tumbleweed Opens a New Window. . Wildcraft cider garden opens at 5 p.m. and live entertainment starting at 5:30 p.m. Food trucks open at 5 p.m. including Dominican Delights and other local food trucks.
The Taming of the Shrew
Roving Park Players
Saturday, June 23 - Sunday, June 24 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Maurie Jacobs Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Roving Park Players
Enjoy this comedy written by William Shakespeare, brought to you by the Roving Park Players.
New Horizons Band
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, June 24 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park Opens a New Window.
Come enjoy an early summer evening with lots of fun music, including concert band arrangements of contemporary pop tunes, classical show tones and much more.
Farmers Market Family Day
Tuesday, June 26 • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Presented by Lane County Farmers Market with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Join The School Garden Project, MECCA, WhitPrint, Rainbow Kids Yoga, OSLP Arts & Culture and the Veggie Mob and get your curiosity and creativity flowing. There will also be a smoothie blender bicycle, ladybug release, story hour, giant chess set and live music.
JuggleMania
Summer Reading Series
Tuesday, June 26 • 1 - 2 p.m., 3 – 4 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Enjoy amazing juggling, magic and lots of laughs with the talented Rhys Thomas.
Dusty Herd
Party in the Parks
Tuesday, June 26 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Willakenzie Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by City of Eugene
Play games, create with the Eugene Public Library’s maker tools and grab a bite from a local food truck. Enjoy the country charisma with live music by Dusty Herd.
KING-PONG
Tuesday, June 26 • 8 - 10 p.m.
Kesey Square Opens a New Window.
Presented by EugeneTech & CodeChops with support from the Downtown Program Fund
KING-PONG is a larger-than-life Pong video game with giant controllers and a huge screen. Come early to learn how it works and then compete when the sun goes down.
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges — Greenway Bridge
Friday, June 29 • 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Greenway Bridge, Maurie Jacobs Park Opens a New Window. , across from Valley River Center
Presented by Eugene Transportation Options
Designed for path users and commuters to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee, meet City of Eugene staff, learn more about transportation in Eugene and get a bicycle safety check.
Electric Funeral
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, June 29 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Unlike any other Friday at the Park Blocks, Electric Funeral Opens a New Window. will perform acoustic renditions of classic heavy metal songs. Beer and cider garden opens at 5 p.m. Food truck Vengan Pa'Ka Opens a New Window. opens at 5 p.m. and live entertainment starts at 5:30 p.m.
Eric Stern
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, July 1 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park Opens a New Window.
Visual storytelling through traditional opera, with influences of Weimar Cabaret, Arabic and Balkans music.
Rapunzel
Tuesday July 3 & Thursday, July 5 • 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Amazon Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Upstart Crow Studio
All-youth cast production of Rapunzel. This boisterous romp is sure to entertain.
Eugene Symphonic Band
Washburne Park Concerts
Wednesday, July 4 • 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Washburne Park Opens a New Window.
Enrich your evening with the Eugene Symphonic Band as they entertain with new and tested favorites.
Pura Vida Orquesta
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, July 5 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza Opens a New Window.
Presented by Hult Presents
This Portland-based eight-piece Latin band plays salsa, timba, cumbia, cha cha cha, Latin jazz, merengue, bachata and Latin funk.
The Power of Tower
First Friday ArtWalk
Friday, July 6 • 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Eugene and Kesey Square Opens a New Window.
Presented by Lane Arts Council with support from the Downtown Program Fund
First Friday ArtWalk highlights the arts scene in downtown Eugene. Check out Eugene’s new funk tribute band, or take the visual arts guided tour to hear from the featured artists at the local galleries and art venues. Full details at lanearts.org.
Cascade Chorus
Summer Reading Series
Friday, July 6 • 6 - 7 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Delightful a capella barbershop harmonies will be performed by one of the top choruses in the northwest.
Black Apotrope
Friday, July 6 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library Opens a New Window.
Presented by Tropical Contemporary with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Enjoy an evening of poetry and art as Tropical Contemporary partners with Portland-based Black Apotrope, a collective of poets and artists documenting black queer aesthetics.
Skinner Butte Park
First Saturday Park Walk
Saturday, July 7 • 9 - 11 a.m.
Skinner Butte Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Explore the ecology and management of Eugene’s beautiful parks led by Naturalists from the River House Outdoor Center. Meet in the parking lot at the top of the butte.
Kef Balkan Brass Band
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, July 8 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park Opens a New Window.
Eugene’s own Balkan dance band. Focusing on music from Bulgaria and Macedonia, Kef Balkan Band’s repertoire is equally suitable for a folk dance or a Washburne dance party.
Rapunzel
Upstart Crow Studios
Tuesday July 10 & Thursday, July 12 • 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Amazon Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Upstart Crow Studios
An all-youth cast production of Rapunzel. This boisterous romp is sure to entertain.
Track Town Swing
Party in the Parks
Tuesday, July 10 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Churchill Sports Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by City of Eugene
Play games, grab a bite to eat from a local food truck and see what Eugene has to offer. Grab your dancing shoes and swing along with Track Town Swing as they perform and teach a free lesson.
Touch-A-Truck
Thursday, July 12 • 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Climb into a fire engine, police vehicle, backhoe, dump truck, LTD bus, 18-wheeler and more. A family event sure to please all ages.
Dana Louise & The Glorious Birds
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, July 12 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza Opens a New Window.
Presented by Hult Presents
The daughter of Ezra Idlet of the Grammy-nominated Trout Fishing in America, Dana Louise astonishes audiences with her vibrant, melodic vocals, and adept finger-picking. Drawing from jazz and bluegrass, carrying a contemporary beat, the sound is roots-rooted flung-into-the-future folk.
Abbey Road LIVE!
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, July 13 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Abby Road LIVE! Opens a New Window. is a premier Beatles cover band bringing to life classic Beatles material in a raw and spirited fashion. Beverage garden operated by Wildcraft opens at 5 p.m. with live entertainment at 5:30 p.m. Vegan street food with a conscience served up by Vengan Pa'ka Opens a New Window. , as well as trational Guatemalan cuisine from a downtown favorite, El Quetzal Opens a New Window. open at 5 p.m.
Jumanji (1995)
Movies in the Park
Friday, July 13 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Petersen Barn Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
When two kids find and play a magical board game, they release a man trapped for decades and a host of dangers that can only be stopped by finishing the game. (PG, 1h 44m)
Mary Poppins
Movies in the Park
Saturday, July 14 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Willakenzie Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
In turn-of-the-century London, a magical nanny employs music and adventure to help two neglected children become closer to their father. (G, 2h 19m)
Swing Shift Jazz Orchestra
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, July 15 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park Opens a New Window.
Inspired by the music of Besie Ellington, Kenton Herman, this hard-swinging jazz band has more than 35 years performing under its belt.
Family Fun Night
Thursday, July 19 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Meet your neighbors and friends for a free, fun-filled evening, including dinner, games, crafts and live entertainment. Dinner served until 6:30 p.m.
Ratie and Friends
Party in the Parks
Tuesday, July 17 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Maurie Jacobs Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by City of Eugene
Ratie Dangarembwa is a Zimbabwean vocalist who creates music as a way of self-healing. She hopes to motivate young women while weaving her native tongue in the music. She fuses Afrobeat with funk to get audiences on their feet.
The BrassRoots Movement
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, July 19 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza Opens a New Window.
Presented by Hult Presents
You don’t have to go all the way to Louisiana to feel the heat. This Portland-based brass band blasts out New Orleans style party music. They play, you dance.
Studio Without Walls
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, July 20 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Presented by ArtCity Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
The public is invited to watch art-making and engage with artists as they bring their crafts of painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpting, dance, performance, art installations, music and more. Beer and cider garden opens at 5 p.m. with artists exhibits 5:30 p.m.
Coco
Movies in the Park
Friday, July 20 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Washington Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Aspiring musician Miguel, confronted with his family’s ancestral ban on music, enters the Land of the Dead to find his great-great-grandfather, a legendary singer. (PG, 1h 45m)
Teddy Bear Picnic
Summer Reading Series
Saturday, July 21 • 11 a.m. - Noon
Campbell Community Center lawn Opens a New Window.
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.
The Incredibles
Movies in the Park
Saturday, July 21 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Arrowhead Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
A family of undercover superheroes, while trying to live the quiet suburban life, are forced into action to save the world. (PG, 1h 55m)
Oregon Tuba Ensemble
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, July 22 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park Opens a New Window.
Familiar tunes with big brass instruments. This group is sure to bring enjoyment through its big sounds and bigger presence.
Farmers Market Family Day
Tuesday, July 24 • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Presented by Lane County Farmers Market with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Join The School Garden Project, MECCA, WhitPrint and Rainbow Kids Yoga and get your curiosity and creativity flowing. There will also be a smoothie blender bicycle, ladybug release, story hour, giant chess set, live music and more.
Drag Queen Reading Hour with Facisha Farce
Tuesday, July 24 • Noon - 1 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Join Facisha Farce as she reads books at the Park Blocks. In spaces like this, kids are able to see the beauty in a place that defies gender restrictions and provides vibrant entertainment for youth. Children will also be able to take a complimentary book home from donations by Imagination Library.
Eric Stern
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, July 26 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Hult Center Plaza Opens a New Window.
Presented by Hult Presents
The northwest’s own premiere operatic tenor, accordionist, pianist, oudist and consummate showman tells stories with music. He will be showcasing some of his unique international instruments and music from around the world.
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges
Friday, July 27 • 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Buck Street Bridge, Fern Ridge Path & Buck Street (near W. 11th)
Presented by Eugene Transportation Options
Designed for path users and commuters to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee, meet City of Eugene staff, learn more about transportation in Eugene and get a bicycle safety check.
Karate Kid (1984)
Movies in the Park
Friday, July 27 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Churchill Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
A martial arts master agrees to teach karate to a bullied teenager. (PG, 2h 6m)
Inkheart
Movies in the Park
Saturday, July 28 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Maurie Jacobs Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
A young girl discovers her father has an amazing talent to bring characters out of their books and must try to stop a freed villain from destroying them all. (PG, 1h 46m)
Eugene Sunday Streets & EUG Parade
Sunday, July 29 • 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Downtown Eugene
Presented by Eugene Sunday Streets
Walk, bike and roll on car-free streets. Live music, great food and more. Details and schedule at eugenesundaystreets.org Opens a New Window. .
Sergei Teleshev & Family
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, July 29 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washburne Park Opens a New Window.
Sergei Teleshev was classically trained at the Academy of Music in Voronezh, Russia. He currently performs as an accordion player of Trio Voronezh and Valinor Quartet, and collaborates with many internationally recognized artists, ensembles and orchestras. We are delighted to have Sergei and his daughter Masha join us to celebrate their diverse genre of musicianship.
Creating Connections: Sharing Stories Together
Tuesday, July 31 • 7:15 - 8:45 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Come share your story in a safe supportive environment. Our stories give meaning to our lives and through the sharing of stories we learn from each other and learn to understand each other.
KING-PONG
Tuesday, July 31 • 8 - 10 p.m.
Kesey Square Opens a New Window.
Presented by EugeneTech & CodeChops with support from the Downtown Program Fund
KING-PONG is a larger than life Pong video game with giant controllers and a huge screen. Come early to learn how it works and then compete when the sun goes down.
Northstar Dance Company
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 2 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Presented by Hult Presents
A Native inter-tribal/contemporary crossover of Native story, song, music and dance with the community.
ARTiculate
Thursday, August 2 • 6 - 9 p.m.
Hult Center for the Performing Arts
ARTiculate salutes the artists, creatives and those who work to foster a strong appreciation and value for our artistic community.
Teen Movie: Jaws
Movies in the Park
Thursday, August 2 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Echo Hollow Pool & Fitness Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
Watch the movie “Jaws” while you enjoy a Rec Swim with other teenagers.
Visual Arts Week Celebration
First Friday ArtWalk
Friday, August 3 • 5:30 - 9 p.m.
Downtown Eugene and HiFi Music Hall
Presented by Lane Arts Council & City of Eugene
The First Friday ArtWalk ends the Visual Arts Festival, highlighting the 20x21EUG Mural Project, BRIDGE, Mayor’s Art Show and more. For full details, visit lanearts.org.
The Octet
Summer Reading Series
Friday, August 3 • 6 - 7 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Tap your toes as Eugene’s finest jazz musicians play “The Great American Songbook” favorites.
La Misma Luna (en español)
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 3 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
A young Mexican boy illegally travels to the U.S. to find his mother after his grandmother passes away. (PG-13, 1h 46m)
Spencer Butte
First Saturday Park Walk
Saturday, August 4 • 9 - 11 a.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Explore the ecology and management of Eugene’s beautiful parks. led by naturalists from the River House Outdoor Center. Meet at the trailhead parking lot at 52nd and Willamette Street.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 4 – Sunday, August 5 • 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec and Shakespeare in the Park
Free Shakespeare in the Park is celebrating 20 years and presents this magical romantic comedy. Bring a picnic, blanket, family and friends for a delightful outdoor show.
Wonder Woman
Movies in the Park
Saturday, August 4 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
When a pilot crashes and tells of conflict in the outside world, Diana, an Amazonian warrior in training, leaves home to fight a war, discovering her full powers and true destiny. (PG-13, 2h 21m)
Meet Me at the Zocalo!
Sunday, August 5 • 1 - 8 p.m.
Presented by SLUG Queen Santa Frida Babosita with support from the Downtown Program Fund
A celebration of Latinx culture, inspired by the lively city centers of Mexico. A family friendly event with music, dancing, community art projects, food trucks and more.
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 5 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections providing the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Stay tuned for details on this year’s three-on-three basketball tournaments.
One More Time Marching Band
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 5 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Come hear this comical marching group full of big band music. This band loves to have fun and build its musical skills while providing community entertainment.
Bikes, Games and Music
Party in the Parks
Tuesday, August 7 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Presented by City of Eugene
A fun family-friends gathering of our community. Get your bike tuned up at Ding Ding Cycles, play yard games with friends and listen to live music.
Ballet Folklórico Ritmo Alegre
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 9 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Presented by Hult Presents
A dance troupe that specializes in the teaching and performing of regional folk dances from all over Mexico. They empower youth through dance and to serve as cultural ambassadors.
Quick ‘n’ Easy Boys
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, August 10 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
A power-trio out of Portland who create their own blend of rock and roll. Imagine the Minutemen, the Police and Band of Gypsies rolled into one. Beer and cider garden opens at 5 p.m. with live entertainment at 5:30 p.m.
Lilo & Stitch
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 10 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
A Hawaiian girl adopts an unusual pet who is actually a notorious extra-terrestrial fugitive. (PG 1h 25m)
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 11 – Sunday, August 12 • 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec and Free Shakespeare in the Park
Free Shakespeare in the Park is celebrating 20 years and presents this magical romantic comedy. Bring a picnic, blanket, family and friends for a delightful outdoor show.
Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Movies in the Park
Saturday, August 11 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
A young New York socialite becomes interested in a young man who has moved into her apartment building, but her past threatens to get in the way. (NR, 1h 55m)
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 12 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections providing the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Stay tuned for details on this year’s three-on-three basketball tournaments.
Klezmonauts
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 12 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Come listen to the diversity of eastern Europe with Hebrew melodies mixed with their own backgrounds of jazz and classical music.
Farmers Market Family Day
Tuesday, August 14 • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Presented by Lane County Farmers Market with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Join The School Garden Project, MECCA, WhitPrint and Rainbow Kids Yoga and get your curiosity and creativity flowing. There will also be a smoothie blender bicycle, ladybug release, story hour, giant chess set, live music and more.
Connah Jay
Party in the Parks
Tuesday, August 14 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Washington Jefferson Skate Park
Presented by City of Eugene
Skate, play games, create with the Eugene Public Library’s maker tools and grab a bite from a local food truck. Enjoy a live DJ set from Connah Jay, a founding member of the Bohemian Dub collective Medium Troy.
Okaidja Afroso
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 16 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Presented by Hult Presents
Okaidja fuses the deep understanding of his own musical transitions and the inspiration of Africa throughout Latin America.
Family Fun Night
Thursday, August 16 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
Meet your neighbors and friends for a free, fun-filled evening, including dinner, games, crafts and live entertainment. Dinner served until 6:30 p.m.
Studio Without Walls
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, August 17 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by ArtCity Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
The public is invited to watch art-making and engage with artists as they bring their crafts of painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpting, dance, performance, art installations, music and more to life. Beer and cider garden opens at 5 p.m. with artist exhibits at 5:30 p.m.
Ratatouille
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 17 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
A rat who can cook makes an unusual alliance with a young kitchen worker at a famous restaurant. (G, 1h 51m)
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 18 – Sunday, August 19 • 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec and Free Shakespeare in the Park
Free Shakespeare in the Park is celebrating 20 years and presents this magical romantic comedy. Bring a picnic, blanket, family and friends for a delightful outdoor show.
Black Panther
Movies in the Park
Saturday, August 18 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
T’Challa, the King of Wakanda, rises to the throne in the isolated, technologically advanced African nation, but his claim is challenged by a vengeful outsider who was a childhood victim of T’Challa’s father’s mistake. (PG-13, 2h 14m)
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 19 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections providing the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Stay tuned for this year’s three-on-three basketball tournaments.
Springfield Community Band
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 19 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Celebrating its 25th season, the SCB was established by current director Dana Demant, Bill Morrisette and Gene Slayter. Their members range in age from 14 to over 75 and include teachers, retirees, stay-at-home moms and local business owners.
Kudana Marimba
Party in the Parks
Tuesday, August 21 • 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Presented by City of Eugene
Using seven marimbas, singing, drums and other percussion, Kudana engages audiences throughout the Pacific Northwest with their traditional Zimbabwean music.
Eugene’s Got Talent: Youth Variety Show
Summer Reading Series
Wednesday, August 22 • 5 - 7 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library
Presented by Eugene Public Library
Catch a rising star at this annual showcase for kids and teens. (Performers: sign up at dress rehearsal at 3:30 p.m. August 21)
Mitsuki Dazai
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 23 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Presented by Hult Presents
Journey from west to east and through time, from more than 300 years ago to the 21st century, with live music on the traditional Japanese instrument, the koto!
Ice Cream Social
Thursday, August 23 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec
What could be better on a hot August night than free ice cream, music and your good friends in the Campbell Community Center neighborhood? Come join us for an evening full of summertime bliss.
Dr. Dolittle
Roving Park Players
Thursday, August 23 - Friday, August 24 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Roving Park Players
Enjoy this classic play about a doctor who can speak to animals. Community plays brought to you by the Roving Park Players.
Hip-Hop Showcase with DJ Connah Jay
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, August 24 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Get your weekend started with a night of hip-hop featuring house DJ Connah Jay as well as local emcees 80HD, Smyth, Brax and Este. Beer and cider garden opens at 5 p.m. with live entertainment at 5:30 p.m.
Family Dive-in Movie: Free Willy
Movies in the Park
Friday, August 24 • 9 - 11 p.m.
Echo Hollow Pool & Fitness Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
Watch the movie “Free Willy” while you enjoy a Rec Swim with your family.
Dr. Dolittle
Roving Park Players
Saturday, August 25 - Sunday, August 26 • 6 - 8 p.m.
Presented by Roving Park Players
Enjoy this classic play about a doctor who can speak to animals. Community plays brought to you by the Roving Park Players.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Shakespeare in the Park
Saturday, August 25 – Sunday, August 26 • 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by Eugene Rec & Free Shakespeare in the Park
Free Shakespeare in the Park is celebrating 20 years and presents this magical romantic comedy. Bring a picnic, blanket, family and friends for a delightful outdoor show.
Sunday Jams
Sunday, August 26 • 3 - 6:30 p.m.
Local DJs will spin fresh wax for the whole family. All-vinyl selections providing the perfect soundtrack for a picnic and a game of hoops. Stay tuned for details on this year’s three-on-three basketball tournaments.
Oregon Brass Society
Washburne Park Concerts
Sunday, August 26 • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
An embrace of traditional British brass band literature and instrumentation while occasionally mixing in American favorite contemporary compositions. This band builds appreciation for instrumental music as a bridge between many communities.
Creating Connections: Sharing Stories Together
Tuesday, August 28 7:15 - 8:45 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center
Presented by Eugene Rec
Come share your story in a safe supportive environment. Our stories give meaning to our lives and through the sharing of stories we learn from each other and learn to understand each other.
KING-PONG
Tuesday, August 28 • 8 - 10 p.m.
Presented by EugeneTech & CodeChops with support from the Downtown Program Fund
KING-PONG is a larger than life Pong video game with giant controllers and a huge screen. Come early to learn how it works and then compete when the sun goes down.
NANDA
Party on the Plaza
Thursday, August 30 • 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Presented by Hult Presents
This internationally acclaimed ninja theatre troupe presents a mélange of comedy sketches, skill acts and signature NANDA style action. Everything in this show is infinitely pointless, and that is the point.
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges
Friday, August 31 • 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Presented by Eugene Transportation Options
Designed for path users and commuters to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee, meet City of Eugene staff, learn more about transportation in Eugene and get a bicycle safety check all at the same time.
There Is No Mountain
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, August 31 • 5 - 8:30 p.m.
This Portland-based husband-and-wife duo combines percussion, guitar and an affinity for vocal harmony into psychedelic pop. Beer and cider garden opens at 5 p.m. with live entertainment at 5:30 p.m.
Golden Gardens
First Saturday Park Walk
Saturday, September 1 • 9 - 11 a.m.
Golden Gardens Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Explore the ecology and management of Eugene’s beautiful park led by Naturalists from River House Outdoor Center. Meet at the entrance on Jessen Drive.
Family Fun Night
Friday, September 7 • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Petersen Barn Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Meet your neighbors and friends for a free, fun-filled evening, including dinner, games, crafts and live entertainment. Dinner served until 6:30 p.m.
Fiesta Cultural
Friday, September 7 • 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Kesey Square Opens a New Window.
Presented by Lane Arts Council
A family friendly block party featuring live music, dance, contemporary Latinx art, food vendors, crafts and more. This kicks off Lane Arts Council’s multi-month series celebrating Latinx culture in our community.
Narrowly Mended
Saturday, September 8 • Noon - 4 p.m.
Kesey Square Opens a New Window.
Presented by Tropical Contemporary with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Bring a piece of clothing or other meaningful textile that represents a piece of your identity. Help us create a quilt or tapestry that shows our diverse and beautiful community in a way that’s visible to all.
Eugene River Festival & Race
Sunday, September 9 • Noon - 5 p.m.
Alton Baker Park Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec, University of Oregon Outdoor Program, Northwest
Canoe Tours & Willamette Riverkeepers
Celebrate the Willamette River in the heart of Eugene with a race up the canal and down the river along with tours of the Alton Baker Canoe Canal and fun for the whole family. For more information, go to EugeneRiverFestival.org Opens a New Window. .
Studio Without Walls
Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, September 21 • 5 - 8 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Presented by ArtCity Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
The public is invited to watch art-making and engage with artists as they bring their crafts of painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpting, dance, performance, art installations, music and more come alive. Beer and cider garden opens at 5 p.m. with live entertainment at 5:30 p.m.
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Fridays at the Park Blocks
Friday, September 21 • 8 - 11 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Presented by ArtCity Eugene with support from the Downtown Program Fund
As night falls the Park Blocks will showcase multi-disciplinary art incorporating light, sculpture, music, film, dance and poetry in an illuminated outdoor pop-up gallery.
Eugene Sunday Streets
Sunday, September 23 • Noon - 4 p.m.
Churchill Neighborhood
Presented by Eugene Sunday Streets
Walk, bike and roll on car-free streets. Live music, delicious food and more. Details at eugenesundaystreets.org Opens a New Window. .
KING-PONG
Tuesday, September 25 • 8 - 10 p.m.
Kesey Square Opens a New Window.
Presented by EugeneTech & CodeChops with support from the Downtown Program Fund
KING-PONG is a larger than life Pong video game with giant controllers and a huge screen. Come early to learn how it works and then compete when the sun goes down.
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges – Frohnmayer (Autzen) Bridge
Friday, September 28 • 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Dave and Lynn Frohnmayer Pedestrian and Bicycle Bridge Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Transportation Options
Designed for path users and commuters to grab a quick bite to eat and a cup of coffee, meet City of Eugene staff, learn more about transportation in Eugene and get a bicycle safety check.
Beats and BBQ
Sunday, September 30 • 2 - 6 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Presented by EventStar Productions with support from the Downtown Program Fund
Eugene’s best grill masters and beat blasters square off for bragging rights and prizes. Get greasy as we award the area’s best DJ and barbecue in an all-star meat and music Sunday thriller.
Tai Chi in the Park Blocks
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 5 - September 20 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
West Park Blocks Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Join your neighbors and practice this Chinese art in the heart of Eugene. It uses calm, flowing movements to promote balance, flexibility and reduce stress. Wear loose clothing and dress for the weather.
Amazon Farmers Market
Thursdays, June 14 - September 27 • 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Amazon Community Center Opens a New Window.
Presented by Eugene Rec
Amazon Farmers Market runs every Thursday. Get your fresh veggies, fruit, honey and many more local products.
Artistic Encounters
Tuesdays-Thursdays, June 19-August 30 • Lunchtime
Downtown Eugene
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Get ready for unexpected cultural happenings this summer that will engage, delight and inspire you in downtown Eugene. Artistic Encounters aims to bring a sense of unexpected wonder and whimsy to locations throughout downtown by presenting unique artistic experiences. Each week will focus on one of four general themes including Folk art, Urban art, Ethnic and Multicultural art and Digital art.
Movement for Memory: A Dance Class For Your Brain
Tuesdays, June 26 - August 14 • 11 a.m. – Noon, 1 – 2 p.m.
Park Blocks Opens a New Window. and Hi-fi Music Hall Opens a New Window.
Presented by DanceAbility International with support from the Downtown Program Fund
A low-intensity interactive movement lesson for all people, informed by the DanceAbility Method. Jana Meszaros, Master DanceAbility teacher, will guide the group through a series of simple activities, and Rich Glauber’s lively music will accompany the 35-minute class.
Fun For All
Weekdays, July 9 - August 24 • 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 Opens a New Window. .
Cuentos y Canciones
Serie de lectura de verano
Todos los sábados • 11:15 - 11:45 a.m.
Sucursal Bethel, Biblioteca Pública de Eugene
Presentado por Biblioteca Pública de Eugene
¡Trae a tus niños a escuchar cuentos y a cantar en español!
Baile puro
Viernes en Park Blocks
Viernes, 22 de junio • De 5 a 8:30 de la noche
Park Blocks
¡Únanse a nosotros para una velada encantadora de baile! Esta presentación en Park Blocks destacará una diversidad de estilos, con actuaciones de Azúcar, Xcape Dance Academy (Academia de Danza “Xcape”) y Retro y Twisted Tumbleweed.
Noche Latina para Familias
Jueves, 19 de julio • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
El Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn
Presentado por Eugene Rec
Vengan a pasar un buen tiempo en el Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn con amigos y familia. Vamos a tener comida, entretenimiento, música y actividades para toda la familia. ¡Se pueden ganar premios jugando juegos!
La Misma Luna
Películas en parques
Viernes, 3 de agosto • De 9 a 11 de la noche
Monroe Park
Presentado por Eugene Rec
Un joven mexicano viaja ilegalmente a los Estados Unidos para encontrar a su madre después de que fallece su abuela. (No apta para menores de 13 años, 1 hora 46 minutos)
¡Nos vemos en el zócalo!
Domingo, 5 de agosto • De 1 a 8 de la noche
Park Blocks
Presentado por SLUG Queen Santa Frida Babosita con el respaldo del Downtown Program Fund (Fondo del programa del centro)
Una celebración de la cultura Latinx, inspirada en los centros alegres de las ciudades de México. Un evento orientado a la familia con música, baile, proyectos comunitarios de arte, camiones de comida y mucho más. Vengan a disfrutar y compartir el arte y las culturas vivas de los miembros de nuestra comunidad Latinx.
Convivio de helados para el vecindario
Jueves, 23 de agosto • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
El Centro Comunitario Campbell
Presented by Eugene Rec
Helado gratis y música en vivo.
Fiesta Cultural
Viernes, 7 de septiembre • 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Kesey Square
Presentado con Lane Arts Council
Comienza una serie de eventos que celebrant el arte y la cultura Latina en los cuatro paseos de arte principals del Condado de Lane. ¡Baile de salsa con música en vivo, arte latino contemporáneo, vendedores de comida, artesanías y mucho más!
Noche Latina para Familias
Viernes, 7 de septiembre • 5:30 - 7 p.m.
El Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn
Presentado por Eugene Rec
Vengan a pasar un buen tiempo en el Centro Comunitario Petersen Barn con amigos y familia. Vamos a tener comida, entretenimiento, música y actividades para toda la familia. ¡Se pueden ganar premios jugando juegos!
Contact Us
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AIC Community Programs 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
Melissa Schenter
Nate Trowbridge
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