Good morning, Eugene.

Local pools in Eugene host summer aquatic programs that help build strength and flexibility in a fun community setting.

Registration for these fitness classes opens at 9 a.m. April 22—check the Summer Rec Guide for details.

On Thursday morning, ESF responded to a potential gas leak at 525 High Street in Eugene by evacuating a six-occupancy building and coordinating with Northwest Natural, Eugene Water and Electric Board, and the police — crews ventilated the building over 90 minutes.

Sip and Seams is hosting a pop-up shop in Eugene that lets shoppers buy designer clothing at low prices and consign their own items.

The public sale opens today at 10 a.m. and runs until April 6 before returning from April 11 to 13 with a half-price event on April 13 — a VIP presale was held on April 3 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Darren Lee Woods, 57, was sentenced on March 19 to seven and a half years in prison after he shot an unknown man on Kelso Street in April 2021, fled the scene, and was later captured driving nearly 90 mph on the road to Reno—court records show the victim was permanently disabled.

Eugene will hold National Dance Week — a week of dance events from April 18 to 27 that will offer free showcases at the Farmers Market Pavilion and lunchtime performances at Kesey Square.

Dance classes, workshops and online sessions will provide residents with opportunities to join performances and learn new steps.

The University of Oregon said an international student's visa was cancelled on March 28 due to unspecified criminal charges — officials were not notified in advance.

The student must leave the country within 15 days unless another legal option is found while the university works to assist.

Officials in Eugene received Safe Routes to School grants that will help create a safety plan for 30th Avenue and Camas Ridge Community School on the south side.

A community meeting on April 2nd discussed safe routes for walking, biking, and rolling—additional grants for other schools are under review.

On April 30, the city manager will present Eugene's proposed budget to the city council and budget committee to address an $11.5 million deficit that partly follows a $10 million fire fee approved to support the fire department.

City officials will hold public comment meetings on May 14, May 21, and May 28 before adopting the budget on June 23.

Eugene/Springfield Ducks Unlimited Banquet

4-9 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Contact for ticket info — Celebrate conservation with dinner, auctions, and community fellowship.

Michigan Wolverines at Oregon Ducks Softball

4:59-8:59 p.m. — Jane Sanders Stadium — No cost info available — Catch a thrilling college softball matchup as the Wolverines face off against the Ducks.

Pet Night with the Bunny

4-7 p.m. — Valley River Center — Cost varies — Capture a delightful photo with your furry friends and the Bunny for lasting memories.

Saxsquatch Live Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets available — Experience a captivating live performance from the 7’ tall saxophone-wielding sensation Saxsquatch.

Oregon Knife Show 2025

8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Entry fees may apply — Discover a vast array of collectible and handmade cutlery at the 47th Annual Oregon Knife Show.

Learning to Love Your Enemies

A talk on Christian science by Giulia Nesi Tetreau. Ms. Tetreau is a Christian science practitioner, teacher and member of the Christian science board of lectureship

Shadow and Light - A Multimedia Sound and Video Experience

2:30-4:00 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Cost not specified — Experience the captivating multimedia performance featuring the choral masterwork commissioned by the Eugene Concert Choir.

Eid Ball 2025

6-9 p.m. — Erb Memorial Union — Free entry — Celebrate Eid with food, performances, and a festive atmosphere.

One Fine Day Luncheon and Auction

10:30 AM - 2:00 PM — Autzen Stadium — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the 21st year with auctions, lunch, and community spirit under the butterfly theme of hope and healing.

Moonshine Bandits Live Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — WOW Hall — Ticket info not provided — Experience the genre-bending sound of Moonshine Bandits with their latest album 'Pour Decisions'.