Good morning, Eugene.

Nine seniors at Willamette Oaks are training for a 5K run on Saturday, April 25 to support Ronald McDonald House.

The Willamette Oaks Walkers, aged 74 to 94, show that age is no barrier to setting goals and making a difference.

Willamalane's 71st Megga Hunt will take place Saturday, April 4 at Lively Park (6100 Thurston Road) from 9 a.m. to noon.

The event offers egg hunts for all ages plus activities like balloon animals and train rides, with tickets at $7 available online.

The Friends of Eugene Public Library Book Sale will return April 11-12 at the Lane Events Center Performance Hall - visitors can shop thousands of gently used books, DVDs, and more with most items priced at $2 and free admission and parking.

A shop filled with Japanese-style vending machines on 6th Avenue & Lawrence may soon need a larger space as owner Eimi Yamada plans to expand.

The store offers affordable food, drinks & stationery imported from Japan and will add skincare products soon.

Pam Stevens debuts her first independent exhibit, 'While I Breathe, I Hope: Lessons from the Natural World,' showcasing her vibrant abstract paintings at Don Dexter Gallery.

A free Artist Talk (April 11, 1:00 p.m.) invites viewers to explore the inspirations behind the work.

In his Eugene studio, composer Alexander Schwarzkopf blends music and art by creating murals (inspired by cubism and expressionism) that capture the shape of sound.

He encourages students to see musical tone as visual movement in his innovative classes.

WorkSource Oregon is hosting a free week-long job fair at its Eugene location, 2nd Floor Rooms at 2510 Oakmont Way, from March 30 to April 3.

The event will run daily from 1-5 p.m. and focus on different industries each day to connect job seekers with employers.

The cleanup at the defunct J.H.

Baxter wood treatment plant in Eugene will take years + EPA and DEQ crews have removed old equipment and plan deep soil sampling to decide on the best remediation steps.

Rep. Val Hoyle’s Columbia River Clean-Up Act passed the House yesterday as part of the American Water Stewardship Act — it extends funding for projects to reduce toxic pollutants in the Columbia River Basin, which includes the Willamette and McKenzie Rivers.

Rep. Val Hoyle’s Columbia River Clean-Up Act passed the House on Thursday as part of H.R.

6422 American Water Stewardship Act—this bill provides funding to reduce toxic pollutants and improve water quality in the Columbia River Basin including the Willamette and McKenzie Rivers—helping protect the region’s watershed.

Harlan Rivers Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Territorial Vineyards & Wine Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience Americana with Country roots and Classic Rock vibes from Harlan Rivers and enjoy a full live music experience.

WorkSource Lane Job Fair Marathon

1-5 p.m. — WorkSource Lane — Free entry — Engage with local employers and explore diverse career opportunities throughout the week.

Egg My Yard

Kids FIRST’s Egg My Yard fundraiser brings Easter fun right to your doorstep! Purchase a package and volunteers will hide plastic eggs in your yard the evening before Easter (April 4), creating a fun surprise for kids of all ages.

Egg My Yard

Kids FIRST’s Egg My Yard fundraiser brings Easter fun right to your doorstep! Purchase a package and volunteers will hide plastic eggs in your yard the evening before Easter (April 4), creating a fun surprise for kids of all ages.

Marché x Alesong Beermaker's Dinner

6:00 PM — Marché — $125 — Experience a unique five-course beer dinner featuring award-winning brews from Alesong Beermaker's.

2000's Themed Party

9 PM – 12 AM — WOW Hall — Tickets starting at $54 — Experience the vibrant nostalgia of the 2000s with a night of music and entertainment.

Fungi Film Documentary Screening

1:30-7:30 p.m. — Art House — Ticket info not specified — Experience the award-winning documentary by renowned fungi photographers.

Green Start Play Day: Flower Power

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM — Nearby Nature — Members FREE, non-members $10/family — Celebrate the blooming flowers of spring with toddler-friendly outdoor activities and stories.

Nature Exploration Class for Young Children

12:30-1:30 p.m. — Dorris Ranch — Cost TBA — Engage in playful art activities like finger painting and clay molding in a nature-friendly setting.

Kitchen Dwellers Live Concert

7:00 – 9:30 PM — WOW Hall — Tickets required — Experience Kitchen Dwellers as they explore themes of Dante's Inferno in a folk-infused bluegrass performance.

Itty Bitty Boutique Kids' Consignment Sale

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Cost varies — Shop for budget-friendly children's items from newborn to teen at this pop-up consignment sale.