Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of June.
Good morning, Eugene.
Lane County Parks invited community members to attend a ribbon cutting tomorrow at 2:00 p.m. at Armitage Dog Park after it reopened on June 13 with safety and accessibility upgrades — funded by the Parks Levy.
After the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships ended and graduation ceremonies brought in crowds, Eugene hotels and restaurants are bustling with higher prices — more events, including the Prefontaine Classic on July 3 and 4, will continue the busy season.
Singing Creek Educational Center will host an Oregon living history festival on Saturday, June 20 at Dorris Ranch from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The free event offers live music, indigenous storytelling, meet-a-goat, and authentic demonstrations (cash is required for food and raffle tickets) for all ages.
Gem Faire brought thousands to Lane Events Center this past weekend as nearly 80 vendors sold beads, jewelry and crystals in a three-day event that has been a local tradition for more than 30 years.
The University of Oregon held a commencement ceremony Monday morning for more than 5,500 graduates — featuring Academy Award-winning Marlee Matlin who delivered her guest speech via sign-language interpreter at Autzen Stadium as university leaders congratulated the new graduates.
Mount Pisgah's upper Summit Trail 1 at the Howard Buford Recreation Area will close June 17 through 19 as crews work to reduce erosion and improve trail accessibility.
Visitors must use Trail 6 during the work — signs will mark alternate routes.
Jerry's Home Improvement reported Monday that its portable AC units sold quickly as locals looked for easy ways to beat the heat; others used box fans, closed drapes, & enjoyed splash pads and shaded benches.
Aaliyah McCormick clinched her third straight national hurdles title at Hayward Field on Saturday, June 13 as Oregon’s women finished fourth at the NCAA Championships with two Ducks scoring in the 1500 meter and three collegiate records broken + additional top finishes.
American Crown Circus: K-Pop Night
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Free kid's ticket with adult — Experience a vibrant circus night with K-pop energy, aerial performances, and family fun.
Rock'n Rewind
7-10 p.m. — Mac's Restaurant & Nightclub — $9 Minimum Purchase — Dance to groovy rock ‘n roll hits from the late 1960s and early 1970s.
American Crown Circus
1:30-5:30 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Tickets start at $99 — Experience the thrills and excitement of the American Crown Circus in Eugene, a must-see live event.
American Crown Circus
7-11 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Tickets from $99 — Experience the thrill of live performances at the American Crown Circus in Eugene.
The Survivors Music Evening
6-9 p.m. — Bennett Vineyards & Wine Company — Food available for purchase — Enjoy live music by The Survivors with tasty offerings from Nuestro Sabor at the vineyard.
Oregon Bach Festival - Beyond Borders
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating musical journey with the Oregon Bach Festival's Beyond Borders concert.
Oregon Bach Festival: A Musical Journey
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate Telemann’s bold departure from law school through captivating Baroque orchestral music.
Oregon Bach Festival - Voices of Our Land
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate America's diverse musical heritage through powerful works by Dvořák, Cowell, and Tate.
Oregon Bach Festival - Roomful of Teeth Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information not provided — Experience the Grammy-winning vocal ensemble as they present adventurous music that uplifts global voices.
Eugene Pro Rodeo
Thursday, Jul 2nd — Oregon Horse Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo events and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.
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