Good morning, Eugene.

A local church is hosting its second annual Tulips and Treats fundraiser on Friday and Saturday, selling potted tulips and baked goods to support Palestinians recovering from the conflict.

Valley Covenant Church (3636 West Eighteenth Avenue) will also accept donations for those who cannot attend.

Sip and Seams returns to Eugene at 2975 Chad Drive for two weekends of secondhand fashion sales April 10–12 and April 17–18, with a half-price sale on April 19 (unsold items will be donated to Hope and Safety Alliance) to support local community needs.

A new statewide survey by Gov. Kotek’s Prosperity Council released Tuesday shows high costs, taxes and regulations are limiting business growth.

Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce President Quick-Warner said local business leaders urge fixes to the corporate activity tax and quick financing for an airport expansion project to boost the local economy.

Lane County's mowing crews will begin early morning clearings along rural roads this spring, but property owners must remove obstacles such as signs + fencing and rocks over 3 inches to avoid equipment damage; removed items will be stored for 30 days.

PeaceHealth placed Oregon region CEO (Dr. Jim McGovern) on administrative leave Friday amid a review after a RiverBend Medical Center committee raised concerns.

The health system will transition to Lane Emergency Physicians this summer to maintain emergency care for Lane residents.

Willamette Animal Guild closed its low-cost spay-neuter clinic in Springfield after its medical director died and a major roof leak forced the nonprofit to cancel procedures and refund recent fundraiser money.

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.

Curtis Salgado Live at WOW Hall

8:00-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of award-winning blues artist Curtis Salgado in an electrifying live performance.

Ohio State Buckeyes at Oregon Ducks Softball

4-7 p.m. — Jane Sanders Stadium — Tickets available — Catch an exciting softball matchup featuring the Ohio State Buckeyes taking on the Oregon Ducks.

Eugene Retro Game Fest

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Lane Events Center — $26.50 for adults — Celebrate video gaming culture with fun console game stations, vendors, and family-friendly activities!

Awaken the Healer Within Art Circle

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Trauma Healing Project — $5 – $15 — Engage in creative expression to connect with your inner self and promote healing.

ToonFusion: Oregon 2026

10 AM – 1 PM — Lane Events Center — Tickets available — Dive into a world of animation, collectibles, and family fun with exclusive meet-ups and workshops.