Rhododendrons in full bloom at the Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden in Eugene, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) Immerse yourself in nature this spring at Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden, one of Eugene's most beautiful gardens. This year's schedule includes four free walks focusing on different topics: Sunday, April 14, 1 p.m.—Rhododendron Garden tour, led by Emily … Continue reading Spring walking tours at Hendricks Park in Eugene
Image courtesy Animal Aid If you're looking for a way to find your center in the company of cats, check out Yoga with Cats at Animal Aid in Portland. The event returns to the no-kill shelter starting Sunday, February 25. Bonnie Chipman leads these sessions in the free-roaming cat area. A kitty or two might … Continue reading Yoga with Cats returns to Animal Aid in Portland
Are you looking for something different to do for Valentine's Day this year? Hang out with the shelter cats in Animal Aid's free roaming room and play bingo. The festivities happen tonight from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. The $15 entry fee includes six bingo cards, and you can purchase more if you want. Prizes will … Continue reading Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Bingo with Cats in Portland
Banners at the Portland Art Museum in Portland, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) Starting January 4, admission will be free for the first Thursday of every month at the Portland Art Museum in Portland, Oregon. Support for this event is made possible through the Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All Program. Although admission is free, … Continue reading Free First Thursdays at Portland Art Museum begin January 4
Munch on treats, play games, and learn more about care and community programs at Animal Aid's shelter open house on Saturday, July 29, from noon until 4 p.m. Volunteers and staff will offer tours of the shelter, where you can meet the cats available for adoption. In the dog kennel area, meet the dog team … Continue reading Shelter open house at Animal Aid in Portland July 29
Santa's reindeer ride the waves during a Christmas Ships Fleet parade on the Columbia River (photo by Cheryl Landes) In 2022, the Christmas Ships Fleet will celebrate 68 years of sailing, bringing holiday joy to spectators from St. Helens, Oregon, to Camas-Washougal, Washington, on the Columbia River and from Portland to Lake Oswego, Oregon, on … Continue reading 2022 marks 68th season for the Portland Christmas Ships parade
Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay I just found out about this event, which looks like a lot of fun. If you're interested, register by midnight tonight (October 15). From the pictures I saw on the website, it appears that the runners have a great time running through a lot of bubbles. The forecast is calling … Continue reading Bubble Run at the Portland International Raceway October 16
After a closure of 18 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alberta Rose Theatre is returning to in-person performances on Wednesday, September 15. Strict safety protocols will be in place to protect attendees from becoming exposed to the virus. Proof of vaccination at least 14 days before the date of the show you're attending … Continue reading Alberta Rose Theatre reopening September 15
A view of the Willamette River from Waterfront Park in Portland, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) After a four-year break, the Oregon Symphony returns to Waterfront Park on Saturday, September 4, for its free Waterfront Concert. The festival starts at 1 p.m. at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland, Oregon. The main performance starts at … Continue reading Oregon Symphony hosts free Waterfront Concert in Portland September 4
A trail along the Willamette River in Eugene, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) Climb aboard a fire rescue boat. Conduct a group of symphony musicians. Try your hand at fly fishing. Learn how to throw a lifeline on a simulated whitewater rafting rescue. Watch traditional and modern Indigenous performances. These are only a few of … Continue reading Try new experiences at RiverPlay! on August 28 in Eugene
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