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.

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.

Wiconi 19th Annual Living Waters Pow Wow - July 26, 2025 Location: Aldersgate Conference Center & Campground 7790 Marion Rd, Turner, OR 97392 Arena Director: Ed Goodell, Cree/Siletz, Portland, OR Head Man Dancer: Adam Whiterock, Dine, Portland, OR Head Lady Dancer: Tiffany Stuart, Siletz/Grand Ronde, Siletz, OR MC: Bob Tom, Grand Ronde, Portland, OR Host […]

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.

The Springfield Public Library is sponsoring a Wednesday morning series of free cultural events through August 13th. Events include a community sing, mariachi and Bollywood music and dance, native traditions, stories of Hawaii, and a chance to conduct the Eugene Symphony. More information HERE.

The City of Eugene is sponsoring an LGBTQ Youth Group at the Amazon Community Center from 4 to 6 pm on Fridays. This free confidential group is for queer teens ages 13 to 18 and includes support and referrals. More information HERE. 

The nonprofit HONEY is offering a Multi-Culture Enrichment Academy on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from June 23rd to August 22nd for elementary, middle, and high school youth and teens. Activities will be separated by age group. HONEY stands for "Honoring Our New Ethnic Youth," and these sessions are primarily for those who […]

The Asian American Council of Oregon is having a celebration of the Year of the Snake 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 […]

Lane County Senior and Disability Services hosts the annual "Race for the Rest of Us" on Sunday, August 3rd, from noon to 2 pm. In-person participants are invited to walk, run, roll, push, or pull for a half K at "Public House" at 418 A Street in Springfield. Virtual participation is also available. Every participant […]