Good morning, Eugene.

Emerald Valley Pickleball Foundation will host its annual gala fundraiser at Lane Community College on Thursday, Aug.

6 at 5 p.m. to raise funds for a planned 24-court pickleball complex.

Eugene’s University Park reopened after renovations added a basketball court, updated lighting, a bigger playground, and improved access.

The nearly 3-acre park (located at the corner of University and 24th) was upgraded with funds from a 2018 bond and a 2023 levy following public input.

The Eugene Police Department will host National Night Out outside PK Park on Aug.

2 at 3:30 p.m. to build community ties, while the Emeralds will celebrate Latino heritage as they transform into Los Monarcas de Eugene during their game against the Tri City Dust Devils beginning at 4:05 p.m.

Deputies located an elderly man who had left home without his needed medication on July 20 near the 2100 block of 37th Place & reunited him with his family after paramedics checked him.

Willamalane Parks and Rec hosts Concerts in the Park in Island Park starting today with a free performance by Oregon Tuba Ensemble, and ticketed shows from July 30 to Aug.

14 feature local bands on Thursdays and Fridays — gates open at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $5 or two food items.

Today Lane County Parks starts construction at Mount Pisgah Arboretum to improve the parking lot with new ADA-accessible spots + wildlife-friendly lighting.

The project, funded by the 2022 Parks Levy, may limit parking while offering alternative trailhead access until it wraps up in October.

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.