Good morning, Eugene.

SquareOne Villages acquired the Our Redeemer Lutheran Church property on Maxwell Road yesterday to redevelop it into 44 permanently affordable homes for residents earning between 40 and 80 percent of the area median income— the site will also continue hosting a bi-weekly food pantry and free organic produce market until October.

Oregon Imagination Library received increased state funding of $2 million for the 2025-2027 biennium to mail free books to children from birth until age five; the program, with nearly 4,000 registered kids in Eugene, is backed by the public library foundation and community donors.

Library organizers are pushing for HB 2811 to secure permanent funding — keeping early literacy efforts active for local families.

On August 10, Eugene Springfield Fire crews responded to two rapid grass fires—one on Deadman Ferry Road near Riverbend Hospital that burned 3/4 of an acre and another near Grenada Mobile Home Park on Daisy Street where the blaze was contained to a shed and grass—with no reported injuries as investigations continue.

Firefighters got a brush fire under control Monday afternoon in the Willow Creek area in West Eugene after dry conditions and wind helped the fire burn 3 1/2 acres and spark three spot fires, and officials confirmed no structures or injuries occurred (the cause is under investigation).

The Lane County Sheriff’s Office asked for help to identify a black male adult, 5 feet 10 inches tall and about 180 pounds with black hair and a full beard—he is not considered a danger.

Firefighters are battling the Aubrey Mountain Fire near Oakridge, which was reported on August 7 and is now nearly two-thirds contained — they are using an infrared flight to check for any remaining heat amid an extreme heat warning.

Local authorities have reduced Highway 58 to one lane and issued a Level 1 evacuation notice so residents and travelers can prepare for any changes.

Dr. Pilar Bradshaw of Eugene Pediatric Associates advises parents to gradually shift bedtimes by 15 minutes each night+turn off screens two hours before sleep, which will help kids adjust to a school-year schedule that promotes better learning and mood.

All The Things You Are - Jerome Kern Concert

1:30–3:30 p.m. — The Shedd Institute — $25 — Enjoy notable jazz interpretations from the classics of Jerome Kern performed by Chuck Redd and company.

Venture: Week 9 Out and About Camp

8 AM – 4 PM — Bob Keefer Center — Registration required — A fun-filled week for campers featuring disc golf, bowling, and an acrylic painting class.

Gentle Yoga with Yoga Nidra

12:30-2 p.m. — Eugene Yoga South — $20 — Experience relaxation and healing through yoga and mindfulness techniques, culminating in a restorative Yoga Nidra meditation.

Springfilm: Edge of Tomorrow Screening

6:30-10:00 p.m. — Richard E. Wildish Community Theater — Free entry — Experience the thrilling time-bending adventure of Edge of Tomorrow with Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt.

TREASVRE Live at The Hybrid

7 p.m. — The Hybrid — Ticket info not provided — Experience the debut of alt-rock group TREASVRE releasing their LP, KINTSUGI, in Eugene.

Tracy Bonham Live Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — WOW Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the quirky and heartfelt musical journey of GRAMMY-nominated artist Tracy Bonham as she showcases her new album and classic hits.

Teabag Paper Art Workshop

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Hybrid — Sliding Scale $15-25 — Transform your used teabags into beautiful art paper and unleash your creativity.

Creativity Through Play

11 AM – 1 PM — The Hybrid Gallery — Sliding Scale $15-25 — Explore fun techniques with acrylic paint and unleash your creativity.

Venture: Week 10 Wings and Waves Camp

8 AM - 4 PM — Bob Keefer Center — Supplies needed — Dive into a fun week of activities from airplanes to water park adventures.

Jitensha Concert

7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — PublicHouse — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original tunes and covers by the dynamic duo from Montréal.