There is an ongoing severe blood shortage, and healthy individuals are needed to donate now to help people counting on lifesaving blood. Donating blood is a safe process and people should not hesitate to give - or receive - blood. There are several places accepting blood donations. For more information or to make an appointment […]

The Art Center in Corvallis hosts a free drop-in afternoon of art making from 1 to 4 pm on the second Saturday of each month. All supplies are provided, and all ages and experience levels are welcome. Different themes or techniques are featured each month. More information and instructions HERE.

The Oregon Department of Education implemented a Success Plan in 2021 to address education barriers for learners who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, queer, questioning, Two Spirit, intersex, asexual, and nonbinary. The plan establishes a framework for creating safe, inclusive, and welcoming schools. More information HERE.

GRASP provides assistance and support for individuals who have experienced the loss of someone they care about, as a result of substance use. GRASP meets on the 1st Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 1685 West 13th Avenue in Eugene. For more information, call 541-654-7733. 

Oregon Community Programs is seeking foster families for LGBTQIA+ young teenagers, who are over-represented in the foster care system and who face unique vulnerability because of discrimination and rejection. Applicant families must be able to provide affirming experiences to safeguard the health, safety, and well-being of queer youth, to help them develop the resilience needed […]

Lane County Master Gardeners, a part of the OSU Extension Service, are holding gardening classes through November 1st. Topics include pruning, composting, and growing, herbs, flowers, and vegetables. Classes are being held in Creswell, Springfield, Eugene, Florence, and Oakridge. Registration is required for each class. Information and registration HERE.

Eugene's Native American Arts and Crafts Makers sponsor the First Sunday Native American Arts and Crafts Market from 10 am to 4 pm, each month, at the Farmer's Market Pavilion at 85 East 8th Avenue in Eugene. There is free admission  to the event and free downtown Sunday Parking. More information HERE.

Eastern Oregon University 50th Anniversary Pow Wow – May 16 & 17, 2025 Eastern Oregon University Field House One University Blvd, La Grande, OR, 97850 Eastern Oregon University will host the 50th Anniversary Pow wow on May 16-17, 2025, offering a dynamic celebration of Native culture, tradition, and community. This milestone gathering will unite dancers, […]

The Black Cultural Initiative in Eugene is conducting gardening classes from now until November 1st at various times and dates. Participants do not have to attend every class. See registration, dates, and times below.

U of O's Museum of Natural and Cultural History presents Indigenous Queer art and history, exhibited from 5/16/25 to 1/4/26. More information HERE.

The Trauma Intervention Program of Lane County is a non-profit dedicated to supporting those experiencing emergencies or emotional traumas. Trained volunteers are available 24 hours a day with emotional and practical support to supplement the services of law enforcement, fire, and hospital personnel to assist survivors, families, friends, and witnesses. More information on volunteering, available […]

Daisy CHAIN is a nonprofit in Lane County providing free services to support pre and post pregnancy, sexual health, and parenting. For information on donating, volunteering, or receiving services, click HERE.

Clay-space is hosting the 2nd Avenue Art Fest on Sunday, June 8th from 11 am to 5 pm in the 2nd Avenue parking lot between Polk and Taylor in Eugene. At this free event there will be music, food, pottery demonstrations, a kids' play area, and lots of locally-made art, such as prints, pottery, fiber […]

The Palmo Center for Peace and Education is hosting the 12th annual Run for Peace on Saturday, June 14th, at Alton Baker Park. All are welcome at this all-age family-friendly celebration of peace to run or walk along the Willamette River. Register HERE. 

The Autism Society of Oregon is holding a benefit event on Saturday, June 21st, from 11 am to 2 pm, at Peterson Barn Park at 870 Berntzen Road in Eugene. This is a family-friendly and autism-friendly event, with a half-mile accessible walk at noon. Free registration includes the walk, resource tables, costume booth, face painter, […]

The annual Eugene/Springfield Pride Festival has a new date and a new location. This year the event is on Saturday, June 28th from 11 am to 7 pm at the Lane Events Center. This community celebration features live entertainment, local vendors, nonprofit partner information, family activities, and refreshments. A rally begins at 10 am at […]

The Asian American Council of Oregon is having a celebration of the Year of the Dragon on Saturday, July 19th from 10 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Alton Baker Park in Eugene. People of all ages are invited to celebrate cultural diversity through entertainment, food, crafts, heritage exhibits, martial arts performances, drumming, a marketplace, and […]