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 […]

Egan Warming Centers will operate a winter emergency sheltering program on freezing nights from now to March 31st. All shelters are run by trained volunteers. Virtual new volunteer sessions are offered throughout the season, and registration is required. Egan Warming Centers need financial and material donations to sustain these lifesaving services throughout every cold season. […]

Lane County Senior and Disability Services is adding mobile services to better reach rural residents who would like to request assistance with nutrition or other support services. The agency is seeking host sites throughout rural Lane County where they can park the "office on wheels" in 2025. Grocery stores, community centers, granges, and libraries are examples […]

The OSU Extension Service is offering a series of workshops to prepare young people for emergencies. Events are for youth in grades 3 through 12, and will take place in Eugene, Cottage Grove, Florence, and other locations from now until the end of April. There will be guest speakers and hands-on activities, including constructing an […]

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.