Good morning, Eugene.

Food For Lane County is offering free weekday lunches to kids at 35 sites (until Aug.

22, with an extra 10,000 meals supported by a $50,000 PeaceHealth donation) as part of its returning summer food program.

Music lovers enjoy the Oregon Bach Festival as it runs from Saturday, June 27 to Sunday, July 12 with concerts at Mount Angel, the University of Oregon campus, and the Hult Center & free events, sliding-scale tickets, tributes to Helmuth Rilling, and performances by Grammy-winning Chris Thile.

Local organizers have scheduled an unofficial Pride rally and march for Saturday morning after the official event was canceled over trust issues with police, and officers will watch from a distance (replying only if needed) while the Pride festival continues at Lane Events Center.

Marlee Matlin delivered the commencement address at Autzen Stadium on June 15, inspiring graduates with her message about Deaf advocacy and personal strength.

She later told Eugene Weekly that her favorite meal in town is a vegetarian sandwich with chips from Cheba Hut.

Local libraries are hosting summer reading programs that feature reading challenges, outdoor plaza events and food-tasting sessions at various branches this season.

Families can join activities that promote fun and learning + strengthen community bonds.

After 2021's heat dome pushed summer power use to record levels, EWEB is revising its energy plans to meet rising temperatures and increased demand in Eugene.

The utility is boosting customer partnerships with rebates for heat pump upgrades + preparing for more extreme weather in coming summers.

Climate activists will host the free 'Beat the Heat' workshop today at the downtown library starting at 6 p.m. Attendees learn home cooling tips — such as building homemade air filters and applying for weatherization programs — to stay safe during the summer heat.

A new study by Woodlands Grove Recovery Campus finds that older Oregonians face an alcohol-induced death rate 83% above the national average—Eugene-Springfield ranks fourth among six metro areas with high rates.

Limited rural healthcare and low alcohol taxes may be deepening the problem.

Community Health Centers of Lane County announced plans today to cut expenses and restructure operations to address a projected $2 million deficit this fiscal year and up to $6.5 million next year—23 positions may be affected as some employees are reassigned over the coming weeks.

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.

Oregon Bach Festival - Bachs Living Room II

12-3 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Complimentary coffee and pastries — Enjoy a delightful afternoon of duets featuring renowned musicians performing Bach and Bonporti's works.

Eugene Fourth of July Fireworks

9:45 PM — Alton Baker Park — Free entry — Enjoy a dazzling fireworks display following the Eugene Pro Rodeo during this festive celebration.

Oregon Bach Festival - Cantatas on Campus

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Celebrate Bach's legacy through spirited cantatas alongside the University of Oregon's 150th anniversary.

Oregon Bach Festival - Mendelssohn's 1840 All-Bach Program

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience an immersive journey through the organ music of J.S. Bach with Grammy-winner Paul Jacobs.