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A free Sunday art takeover on 2nd Ave, plus a new kid-friendly storytelling camp rolling out the dice Monday.
Good morning. It's Friday, June 12. Consider this your reminder that June is when Eugene quietly becomes a choose-your-own-adventure book - with clay under your fingernails and a soundtrack of live music somewhere nearby. Bring sunscreen, curiosity, and maybe a spare tote bag. Alright, here's today's edition of your Eugene Lowdown.
Art Takes Over 2nd Avenue
Second Avenue gets a creative makeover Sunday as Clay Space and Whiteaker Printmakers team up for the free Second Avenue Art Fest. The outdoor event runs 11 a.m.-4 p.m. in the parking lot between Polk Street and Taylor Street, with more than 30 local artists, live demos, kids' clay activities and live music.
StoryQuest Summer Camp Starts Monday
If your kid likes make-believe with a side of dice, StoryQuest is ready. The new camp at Pudding Art Studio offers ages 8-12 a collaborative storytelling game inspired by Dungeons & Dragons, with simple mechanics and no experience needed. Sessions begin Monday, run Monday-Thursday mornings, and cost $120-$180 per week.
Live Music
Outer Space Cyphers
Step into a galaxy of beats and bars where rising artists orbit the mic, stories collide in rhyme, and the vibe stays light-years away from a typical Friday night.The Space Bar | 10 PM | 150 W Broadway, Eugene
Friday
Markets & Shopping
Jewelry Making
Gem Faire
Prepare for maximum sparkle and minimum self-control as tables of gems, beads, and shiny treasures tempt you at every turn. Bring a budget, a tote bag, and a friend who can say "maybe not" sometimes.Lane Events Center | 12 PM | 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene
Friday
Carnival
Family Game
School's Out Carnival
School is out, sugar is in, and the game bracelet might be the hardest-working accessory of the summer as kids bounce between carnival games, prizes, and snacks in one big, three-hour victory lap.Emerald Park | 2 PM | 1400 Lake Dr, Eugene
Friday
Fire / Spinning
Unique & Offbeat
June Open Fire Jam
Step away from the screen and watch real flames do the spinning. Pack your favorite prop, your safest outfit, and your best ooh-and-ahh voice for a chill night of fiery tricks and flowy shenanigans.Washington/Jefferson City Park | 7 PM | 530 W 5th Ave, Eugene
Friday
Rock
Coupe De Ville
Dust off your dancing shoes and favorite air-guitar moves while this Cadillac-class band cruises through old-school rock, Motown grooves, and feel-good party anthems.The Embers | 8 PM | 1811 Hwy 99 N, Eugene
Friday
Live Music
Wine Tasting
Kick Off the Weekend: Friday Night Concert Series
Trade rush-hour traffic for guitar riffs and vineyard views as you picnic on the lawn, sample local food carts, and toast to doing good while having a very good time.Hinman Vineyards | 6:30 PM | 27012 Briggs Hill Rd, Eugene
Friday
RV & Van Life
Markets & Shopping
Oregon Summer RV Showcase
Kick a few tires, open every cabinet, and dream up your next big road trip while show specials, giveaways, and lively on-site action turn RV shopping into a summer adventure.Camping World | 9 AM | 90855 Roberts Rd, Coburg
Friday
Jewelry
Book Club
All Ages: Bracelets & Book Shares
Spark some character development for both you and your bracelet. String beads, share hot takes on your latest reads, and leave with new stories on your wrist and in your head.Bethel Branch Library | 11 AM | 1990 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Friday
Charity
Live Music
Turning Music Into Meals: Benefit Concert for Food for Lane County
Fuel your nostalgia with 90s rock hits while fueling local food programs. One night, many riffs, and plenty of good karma.Twisted Duck Pub | 7 PM | 529 W Centennial Blvd, Springfield
Saturday
Baseball
Film Screening
Sandlot Movie Night
Catch nine innings, hunt for that elusive rookie card, then kick back in your seat as a cult-favorite baseball flick turns the ballpark into one giant open-air living room.PK Park | 5:05 PM | 2760 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Eugene
Saturday
Folk / Acoustic
Esme & Olem (Acoustic)
Let two guitars, close harmonies, and catchy pop-rock tunes do the heavy lifting while you simply sit back, sip, and pretend you always discover local duos this cool.Elizabeth's Wine Lounge | 6 PM | 105 Oakway Ctr, Eugene
Saturday
Blues Rock
Kota Silver Band
Crank up your weekend with four fiery sets of rock and blues so cool you might need a jacket and so hot you definitely will not sit still.Shooters Pub and Grill | 8 PM | 2664 River Rd, Eugene
Saturday
Cooking Class
Father's Day
Fathers Day Eve BBQ Permex Meat Rub Cooking Class
Spice up Fathers Day weekend by learning smoky Peruvian and zesty Mexican rubs, then taste your work like a true grill legend in training, without having to scrub the barbecue afterward.Erin's Table | 4 PM | 1203 Willamette St Ste 160, Eugene
Saturday
Tea Tasting
June Pie Tin Tea
Bring your favorite people and your best stretchy pants for an afternoon of tiny sandwiches, lavish desserts, and tea refills so generous your mug might file for overtime.The Rusty Porch | 12 PM | 2134 Main St, Springfield
Saturday
Goth & Indust
Revenant Goth Night
Dress in your darkest finery, lace up those boots, and let the fog, flashing lights, and pounding goth beats turn your Saturday into pure nocturnal drama.The Sparrow & Serpent | 9 PM | 211 Washington St, Eugene
Saturday
Classic Rock
Candy Apple Bleu
Leave the house, press your best yacht-rock shirt, and get ready for sing-along soft rock anthems, strong beverages, and at least one chorus you forgot you knew by heart.Olsen Run Comedy Club and Lounge | 7 PM | 44 E 7th Ave, Eugene
Saturday
Family & Kids
Community Drum
Second Sunday Family Jam
Forget practicing scales alone; here you can bang a drum, strum a chord, and call it quality family time, all with friendly mentors who cheer on every note, even the gloriously wrong ones.MEPAA Music & Arts Center | 1:30 PM | 2370 Parliament St, Eugene
Sunday
Jazz
Performing Arts
Eugene Jazz Jam
Bring your horn, your chart book, and your best poker face as solos, scat, and swing trade places all night. Even if you never touch the stage, your toes will be improvising under the table.The Hybrid Gallery | 5 PM | 941 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
Sunday
Woodworking
Home & Garden
Make It! Workshop: Planter Boxes
Swap screen time for sawdust as you turn a pile of cedar boards into a handsome planter box. No experience needed, just curiosity, comfy clothes, and a plant waiting patiently at home for its new digs.BRING | 11 AM | 4446 Franklin Blvd, Eugene
Sunday
Dog Event
Yoga
Rescue Dog Yoga
Downward dog meets actual dogs in this feel-good class where wiggly pups wander by for kisses and cuddles while you pose. Expect lighthearted chaos, deep stretches, and seriously happy vibes.The Laundromutt | 9:30 AM | 2787 Olympic St Ste 1, Springfield
Sunday
Book Club
Eugene Coffee & Book Chat
Pack your most dog-eared paperback and your strongest caffeine order. This meetup turns quiet reading habits into lively chatter, new book crushes, and the kind of nerdy laughter you cannot get from a bookmark.Hodgepodge Books & Taproom | 11 AM | 158 E 14th Ave, Eugene
Sunday
Kids Activities
Dinosaur Days and Play
Roar into an afternoon of dino-sized fun where little explorers dig, craft, and stomp their way through playful activities while grown-ups get a mini break in the shade.Gilbert Park | 11 AM | 615 Gilbert St, Eugene
Sunday
Dance
Latin Night
Country and West Coast Swing / Bachata 2 Rooms of Social Dancing
Lace up your dance shoes, pick a room, and let the spins, dips, and giggles handle the rest. Lessons, social dancing, and zero pressure make this the perfect excuse to postpone laundry night again.Eugene Garden Club | 7 PM | 1645 High St, Eugene
Sunday
Running Event
ERC Monday Night Run Giveaway
Start Monday by chasing miles and maybe a burrito budget. Jog with friendly runners, cruise Eugene paths, and stick around to see who scores the Chapala gift card bragging rights.Eugene Running Company | 6 PM | 116 Oakway Ctr, Eugene
Monday
Conversation
Food & Drink
Foodies + New Friends: Eugene
Craving great conversation to go with your entree? Pull up a chair, meet a few fellow food lovers, and let the awkward small talk be replaced by surprisingly fun stories between bites.Restaurant of the Week | 7 PM | E 11th Ave, Eugene
Monday
Active
Cycling
Route Building and Adventure Camp
Let the kids trade screen time for gear time as they learn routes, tune bikes, and roll through town with new friends, epic stories, and maybe a few chain-grease badges of honor.Shift Community Cycles | 9 AM | 811 W 6th Ave, Eugene
Monday
 | This week in 1998On June 13, 1998, President Bill Clinton became the first sitting U.S. President to ever visit the city of Springfield. |
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