Good morning, Eugene.

Bike Month in Lane County is underway as local events run through May.

The celebration began on April 30 at Oakshire Public House (4:00–7:00 p.m.) and will include a First Friday ArtWalk on May 2 and a finale on May 31.

Today, Lane County residents can support hunger relief by purchasing handcrafted bowls and soup coupons at the 32nd Empty Bowls sale hosted by Food for Lane County (FFLC).

5th Street Market Alley is hosting Food for Lane County’s Empty Bowls Sale featuring hundreds of handcrafted bowls starting at $10, each with a coupon for free soup from local outlets (Provisions 5th Street and Café Yumm).

The sale takes place today from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Downtown Eugene's First Friday ArtWalk returns today with free gallery stops plus live music and an artist marketplace showcasing local creative talent.

The event invites residents to explore and celebrate art in the vibrant downtown setting.

Meadow View in north Eugene hosted its second annual lip dub challenge on Thursday, Apr.

30, where students K-8 created a music video featuring a neon light show in the gym; the school will post the final video on its website.

Lane Community College is starting a three-year budget plan to restore a 10% ending fund balance by cutting 20 full-time jobs and two academic programs.

Board meetings will continue in May to plan for the upcoming school year.

The Alton Baker bike path is closing this Friday, May 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. as City of Eugene Parks and Open Space conducts tree work between Frohnmayer Bridge and Day Island Road (detour signs will guide users on alternate routes).

Ollie Court Apartments, a new affordable housing development for young families, opened its doors Thursday near 13th Avenue and offers 81 apartments and three playgrounds for community residents.

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.

Thrive 360 Health & Wellness Innovation Expo

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Free admission — Explore holistic well-being through the 8 Dimensions of Wellness at this inclusive community expo.

Jaguar Sun Concert

7-10 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Choose What You Pay — Experience the unique sounds of Dream Pop and Folk from Canadian artist Chris Minielly.

Emerald City Trail Series

6:30 p.m. — Mt Pisgah Trailhead — Registration fees apply — Celebrate the 5th year of trail running in the beautiful Eugene outdoors with the Big Timber Running Club.

Rosewater Tribute to the Grateful Dead

8-11 p.m. — Whirled Pies — $21+ — Experience a high-energy tribute to the Grateful Dead with fearless improvisation and top-tier musicianship.

Bieber and A Beat: A Justin Bieber Dance Night

9 PM - 1 AM — WOW Hall — All ages — Celebrate the music of Justin Bieber and more at an electrifying dance party.

Jazz Punk at the WOW Hall

7:30-10:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets starting at $14.58 — Experience a lively fusion of jazz and punk with four unique performances.

PMP Certification Classroom Training

May 26-29 — Eugene, Oregon Amtrak Station — $1599 — Enhance your project management skills with top-notch instructors and a comprehensive curriculum.