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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DanceAbility International, a nonprofit in Eugene, held an inclusive performance at Farmer’s Market Pavilion last Friday where dancer Kelcie Laube, who improved her ability to stand after physical therapy, led a call and response routine with fellow dancers. The nonprofit will host a 10-week intensive workshop at Hilyard Community Center in September—offering more people a chance to learn its accessible dance method. KLCC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police said they are asking for help to identify a suspect who vandalized City Hall by throwing rocks in late April and early May, causing about $10,000 in damage and prompting the placement of a camera trailer—if you recognize the suspect, call Detective Shawn Trotter. KVAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Eugene approved a redesign of East 24th Avenue—removing parking to add widened, protected bike lanes after months of public input and technical review. A final community meeting will be held on May 13 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Roosevelt Middle School, and residents may appeal the parking removal until 5 p.m. on May 30. City of Eugene
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57th Annual Mother’s Day Powwow and Salmon Bake
Powwow: Friday and Saturday — Many Nations Longhouse — Free entry — Celebrate Oregon Heritage with vibrant traditions and delicious salmon.
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Foam Wonderland
10 PM - 1 AM — McDonald Theatre — $46 to $86 — Experience the electrifying Foam Wonderland with epic DJs and massive foam machines.
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The Archaeology Channel International Film Festival
6-9 p.m. — The Shedd Institute — Ticketed event — Celebrate culture with world-class films on archaeology and human heritage.
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Adapted Bike Demo Day
1-3 p.m. — Campbell Community Center — Free; registration required — Explore a variety of adaptive bikes designed for everyone.
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Magid Ensemble: Klezmer Music and Yiddish Folktale Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tsunami Books — $24 — Experience a captivating double feature of live klezmer music and immersive storytelling.
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Plastics Recycling Round-up
5-7:30 p.m. — 870 Berntzen Rd, Eugene, OR — Free — Help clean up the community by recycling plastics that waste companies don't take.
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Bark in the Park – 32nd Annual Run/Walk
7 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Alton Baker Park — Registration $40 with bandana, $55 with shirt — A pawsitively fun day with running/walking events for dogs and their humans to support animal care.
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Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets starting from $132 — Experience the soulful sounds of Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit in an intimate setting.
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Field Tour of Fire Histories
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Hult Dam & Reservoir — Free entry — Explore the interconnections of dendrochronology, fire histories, and Indigenous stewardship through a guided forest tour.
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Mental Health Awareness Night with Eugene Emeralds
6:30-8:30 p.m. — PK Park — Ticket purchase required — A night supporting mental health awareness alongside the Eugene Emeralds baseball game.
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Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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