Good morning, Eugene.

Cascades Raptor Center announced its Nature For All plan to level walkways, reduce hills and add safety rails.

The eight-week renovation starting after Labor Day will cost $250,000 (half secured with a $50,000 match) and add bilingual signs while closing the center to visitors but leaving the wildlife hospital open.

On Monday, July 20, the City Club of Eugene broadcast a program on effective nonprofit board governance + local speakers provided guidance on best practices for more than 2,500 organizations, sharing insights from Jennifer Monegan, Andrew Kalloch, and Rylie Gryczko.

Mount Pisgah Arboretum has added two free motorized track chairs for people with mobility challenges, and they can be reserved anytime the park is open from dawn & dusk year-round.

A free demonstration and obstacle course is scheduled on July 29 for visitors to try the new equipment.

More than 170 cats (from three local rescues) were adopted at the Pacific Crest Council, Scouting America Center by Twitchy Tails, Feline Good Animal Rescue, and the Community Cat Advocacy Team.

Organizers said they plan to hold larger multi-rescue events twice a year to boost awareness of cat rescue needs.

Downtown 5th Street Public Market celebrated its 50th anniversary with a weekend fest featuring food carts, live music, and carnival games; Relief Nursery (its beneficiary) received a $10K grant to support family services.

The market now hosts free summer events each weekend.

Oregon drivers face a slight pump price rise today as GasBuddy data shows Eugene prices increased 9.3 cents to $4.27 per gallon, even though overall prices remain lower than a month ago — experts note that additional hikes may come soon due to global supply issues.

State data shows Oregon’s labor force dropped by about 18,000 as baby boomer retirements increased — state economist Gail Krumenauer said the rise in retirements may explain the steady 5.2% unemployment rate.

The trend reflects an aging workforce.

Paul Simon Tribute by One Trick Pony

7-9 p.m. — Local Losers Lounge — Free entry — Celebrate the music of Paul Simon with the tribute band One Trick Pony in a cozy atmosphere.

Elephant in the House Tea Event

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Shelton McMurphey Johnson House — Cost info not provided — Experience a uniquely themed tea gathering in a historic setting.

PMP Certification 4-Day Classroom Training

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Eugene, Oregon Amtrak Station — $1599 — Intensive 32-hour training course preparing project managers for PMP certification with real-world case studies and expert instructors.

Australian Pink Floyd Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets may vary — Experience the world's premier Pink Floyd tribute band with stunning visuals and note-perfect performances.

2026 World Athletics U20 Championships - Day 1 Evening

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM — Hayward Field — Tickets available — Witness the best young athletes from around the world compete in Eugene.

MC Chris Live with Mega Ran and KI Design

9-11:50 p.m. — John Henry's — $18-$22 — Experience a night of Nerdcore hip hop with mc chris and special guests.

2026 Pickleball Tournament

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Eugene Family YMCA Tennis & Pickleball Center — Registration opens Spring 2026 — Play hard while raising awareness for children in foster care.