5 Monday Lyle Lovett and his Large Band. Lyle Lovett was one of the most distinctive and original singer/songwriters to emerge during the ’80s. Hult Center, 7:30pm, $39-59, Ph 682-5000
I Love to Singa: Tunes & Toons. Ken and company are joined by Michael Stone and Clairdee for an assortment of 1930s and early ‘40s cartoon music. The Shedd Institute of the Arts, 1:30-3pm, $18-32, Ph 434-7000
Tween Scene. 9 to 13 year olds are invited to drop by, make a craft, play a game and have a snack. Springfield Library, 3:30-4:30pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
Island Park Blues Festival. Enjoy live musical performances, food and drink booths, in a kid-friendly environment, and a 5K/10K run/walk. Island Park, $7-10, Ph 736-4444
Storyteller, Chris Leebrick presents “Dig This: Stories that Rock”, entertainment for the entire family. Springfield Library, 1pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
The Music Man. 7:30pm, See the 3rd,
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15 Thursday
23 Friday
On the second Thursday of each month, Oregon Track Club will host informal running/walking events. Courses will be marked, and timed results will be presented. Dorris Ranch, 6pm, Free to OTC members/$5 otherwise, Ph 541-343-7247
Eugene Celebration. Partake in family activities, food booths and live music in the heart of downtown. Downtown Eugene, $8-18, www.eugenecelebration.com
Cyclocross Skills Clinic. Learn about barriers, mounts and dismounts, cornering, riding through mud, sand, off-camber riding, group starts, shouldering the bike, training tips, nutrition, etc. Paul’s Bicycle Way of Life (Charnelton), 6:15, FREE! Eugene’s Got Talent! - Youth Variety Show. Auditions: Wed, Aug 14th 4pm, All ages are invited to catch a rising star at “Eugene’s Got Talent!,” a free variety show performed by local kids and teens. Eugene Library, 5pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
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Chalk art and Marimba Festival. All ages welcome, Springfield Library fountain plaza, 12-1pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
10 Saturday
6 Tuesday
Jammie storytime. Come in your jammies for an evening of stories. All ages welcome, Springfield Library, 7pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE! Louisiana Fiddlin’. A lively musical show by Kelly Thibodeaux - with fiddles to try yourself! Eugene Library, 1:00 & 3:00, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy. Celebrate Hollywood’s embrace of Swing with a host of movies and music. The Shedd Institute of the Arts, $22-38, Ph 434-7000 King Midas & the Golden Touch. King Midas and the Golden Touch! King Midas, tycoon of industry, loves his gold. But when a high-flying sorceress arrives, his world is turned upside down. Amazon Park, 11am, $5 (under 3 free), Ph 346-4204
7 Wednesday Smile: Hollywood Gems. This evening is dedicated to songs from 1930s to early ‘40s Hollywood that withstood the test of time. The Shedd Institute of the Arts, 8pm, $20—36, Ph 434-7000 Thanks For The Memory. No survey of the early years of the Songbook in Hollywood would be complete without a romp through the period’s comedies. The Shedd Institute of the Arts, 8pm, $18-32, Ph 434-7000 Louisiana Fiddlin’. A lively musical show by Kelly Thibodeaux - with fiddles to try yourself! Bethel Branch Library, 3:00, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
8 Thursday King Midas & the Golden Touch. See the 6th As Time Goes By: The Music of Casablanca. Ken Peplowski and company offer up 15 songs from Max Steiner’s superb score. The Shedd Institute of the Arts, 1:30-3pm, $18-32, Ph 434-7000 Jazz Party at the Movies. The 2013 OFAM jazz party goes to the movies with an evening of jazz from classic songs written for movies in the 30s and early ‘40s. We encourage you to come dressy! The Shedd Institute of the Arts, 7-10pm, $18-32, Ph 434-7000 Louisiana Fiddlin’. A lively musical show by Kelly Thibodeaux - with fiddles to try yourself! Sheldon Branch Library, 3:00, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
9 Friday King Midas & the Golden Touch. See the 6th
Eugene Celebration. See the 23rd
25 Sunday
17 Saturday
Eugene/Springfield Pride Day. A safe place for celebrating local diversity with food and entertainment. Alton Baker Park, 12-7pm, FREE!
Family Music Time. Sing and dance your way into the weekend. Sing and dance your way into the weekend with Rich Glauber -he delights all ages with interactive music play. Downtown Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
The Oregon Challenge - Triathlon Eugene. Sign up to participate or just come out to support racers competing in a variety of triathlon categories (Sprint, Relay, Olympic, and Youth). Richardson Park, 7am, Ph 714-978-1528
Shall We Dance. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers made 10 films for RKO over six years, eight of which were absolutely peerless in their musical content. The Shedd Institute of the Arts, 8-10:30pm, $22-38, Ph 434-7000 The Music Man. 1:30pm, See the 3rd, Island Park Blues Festival. See the 9th
11 Sunday Shakespeare in the Park: Julius Caeser. See the 3rd The Music Man. 1:30pm, See the 3rd,
14 Wednesday Auditions for Eugene’s Got Talent! - Youth Variety Show. See the 15th
29 Thursday
Xwest Huck Fest 2013. PRO/AM sandboard competition that features jumps and only jumps. Everyone is welcome to participate or attend. It’s impressive so be ready to be thrilled! Sand Master Park, 2-4pm, Ph 541-997-6006, FREE!
Tween Scene Book Group. This month’s book is “Sir John Hargrave’s Mischief Maker’s Manual,” by Sir John Hargrave. Pre-reg and pick up the book at the Children’s Center, Downtown Library starting Aug 1. Ph 682-8316, FREE!
Ukrainian Day. Bring blankets and enjoy a picnic-like, family-friendly atmosphere. Gracie the Wonder Dog will delight with a special performance between shows. Nativity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 11am-2pm, Ph 726-7309, FREE!
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18 Sunday
UofO Football. Come out and watch the Ducks take on Nicholls State in the first home football game of the season! Autzen Stadium, 1pm, www.goducks.com
Shakespeare in the Park: Julius Caeser. See the 3rd
20 Tuesday Yoga story time and craft. Ages 3-11, Springfield Library, 10-10:45am, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
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Eugene Celebration. See the 23rd
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The Art of Good Health. Learn seven simple steps for good health. From food, to hydration, vitamins, and physical activity. Get inspired to follow these tips for greater energy, clarity, and enjoyment with Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Certified Wellness 360 Coach Sandi Thompson. Eugene Library, 3pm, Ph 682-5450, FREE!
Shakespeare in the Park: Julius Caeser. See the 3rd
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Summer in the City - Skateboard Competition. All ages, all abilities welcome to enjoy food, prizes, music and a skateboard competition. Willamalane Skatepark, 4-8pm, $5, Ph 682-6321
Eugene Driathlon. Second Annual Driathlon course includes 1K stand-up paddle board, 5K run and 15K bike. Alton Baker Park, 10am, $20-40, Ph 357-9277
Little Metros Fall Skills Soccer Academy and League
Sand Sculpting Clinic – Fantasy. Ever want to build a sandcastle like the professionals? Learn how to sand sculpt from the pros! Sand Master Park, 10am-6pm, Ph 541-997-6006, FREE!
Shakespeare in the Park: Julius Caeser. See the 3rd
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Shakespeare in the Park: Julius Caeser. See the 3rd
The Good Vibes Summer Tour 2013 – Rebelution. Enjoy musical performances by Matisyahu, Collie Buddz, and Zion I. Cuthbert Amphitheater, 6pm, $30-35, Ph 800-992-8499
Family Music Time. This week, enjoy and learn about South American music and instruments with guest musician Samuel Becerra. Downtown Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
Going My Way: Bing Crosby. Ken and company pay tribute to Bing with a selection of our favorites from those pre-war years. The Shedd Institute of the Arts, 7-10pm, $20-36, Ph 434-7000
Family Music Time. This week, guest presenters Pia and Jason Robbins of Little Timbre Studio share songs, rhymes, and music. Downtown Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
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King Midas & the Golden Touch. See the 6th
King Midas & the Golden Touch. See the 6th
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