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August 2010 Edition |
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This edition includes:
- First Flying Disc Festival – August 14!
- Everyone gets in the water at WaterFest 2010 – August 14!
- Rec eNews Tip: It’s heeerrreee!
- Summer in the City this month
- Party! Party! Party!
- Rec eNews Insider: Space still available…
- At a Glance – upcoming Recreation activities
- Rec eNews Prize – enter to win!
It's the first! It's fun! It's high flying! It's the Eugene Flying Disc Festival!
 Come on over to Westmoreland Community Park, 22nd & Polk St., on Saturday, August 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., to watch and/or compete in the first Eugene Flying Disc Festival. Presented by the City’s Athletics Program, the festival provides opportunities for youth, adults and canines to compete in an all-around competition.
There will be four all-around events: distance, accuracy, disc golf and maximum time aloft, in three divisions: boys/girls; men/women; and seniors (age 55+). Canine competitors will be judged on distance/accuracy (toss and fetch). The cost for early registration is $10 youth, $15 adults, and $10 canine. Add $5 if registering after August 6.
Competitors in the all around events must check-in at 9 a.m.; with events starting at 10 a.m. At approximately 1 p.m., there will be demonstrations, skills clinics and lunch provided to registered competitors. Check in for canines is at 2 p.m. with competition beginning at 3 p.m.
For more information or a registration form go to: www.eugene-or.gov/recathletics or call City of Eugene Athletics, 541-682-5409. |
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 Waterfest 2010 Makes the Water Accessible to All
This one-day workshop on adaptive water sports gives people with physical disabilities the opportunity to try adapted waterskiing, kayaking, sailing on Quadzilla (a 25-foot Santana race board set up for wheelchair users), swimming, fishing and tubing.
It all happens at Richardson Park on Fern Ridge Reservoir August 14, 8a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost is $25 and includes a BBQ lunch. Preregistration is required. For more information or to register, call 541-682-5311.
Rec eNews Tip: Fall Registration is Now Open Online
Rec Guides will be arriving in Eugene mailboxes mid-month, but you can register for most classes online now!
This fall’s guide cover features two ceramics instructors, representing dozens of arts classes and events offered from September – December for all ages, including: ceramics, dancing and dances, music lessons and performances, singing, drawing, jewelry-making, trips to a museum and theater, textile arts, card-making, painting, photography, cultural explorations, movies, and creative writing.
Visit www.eugene-or.gov/recenroll to see all the recreational opportunities offered this fall in six program areas: Youth and Family, Adult and Senior, Adaptive, Aquatics, Athletics, and Outdoor.
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Oh! Those Lazy Days of Summer in the City!
Get out the blanket or lawn chairs, pack a picnic dinner and come on downtown or to a local park for a family fun! Every Wednesday night, head on downtown for family fun events. Former “Movie Nights” or “Concerts” in the Park, these events are now part of the Summer in the City Programming. Watch for Breakfast on the Bridges and Skate competitions, too.
Summer in the City – Downtown
It’s fun for everyone each Wednesday at 6 p.m., at the Broadway Plaza, downtown. All entertainment is free with a suggested donation of a can of food for the Relief Nursery.
At every Downtown event, Eugene Police Crime Prevention Experts will be on hand with the latest tips and programs for you and your family. Also, Let your creativity flow at M.E.C.C.A’s imagination station! Create your own themed art projects: stickers, hats out of paper bags, headbands, masks, shoe art, face painting and much more!
o August 4, come to Circus! Circus! A Fun Family Circus Night. You’ll be dazzled by this circus on the street! It’s pure entertainment and an opportunity to try your hand at circus arts. Performances by: National Gymnastics Academy, Meadowlark Elementary, The Amazing Spaghetti, Eastgate Kenpo Karate, Invincible Vince’s Magic, Girl Circus, Magician Hart Keene, Juggler Fred Roellig, and Fire Dancing by Dragontribe.
o August 11, it’s Open Studio on Broadway. Where ou can watch and be the artist! The arts come alive on the downtown streets. In the perfect mixture of arts and outdoors, you’ll see artists at work and they’ll help you make your own art with live background music. Explore your inner artist and be exposed to what Eugene has to offer.
o August 18, see Runway Masquerade. Back by popular demand, Eugene’s fashion artists shine bright at this fantastic event starting at approximately 8:30 p.m. This show of Eugene’s fashion scene on the runway, along with the vendor booths, brings out the best in Broadway Plaza! This exciting event kicks off at 6:00 p.m. with top notch stylists creating master works of art with hair!
o August 25, KOOL 99.1 presents: Dance Party & Theatre Teaser. Dance the night away with KOOL 99.1 DJ Barry McGuire! An evening of dancing and singing along to every song! At 6:00 pm, the evening starts off with short local theatre performances, including Lord Leebrick Theatre Company and Fred Crafts’ Radio REDUX. See for yourself what Eugene’s theatre community has to offer!
Summer in the City - Movies
All movies begin at dusk, about 9 p.m. Here’s the August line-up:
o August 6, Mirrormask* (PG, 101 minutes) in Monroe Park, W. 10th & Monroe.
o August 7, Shark Tale (PG, 90 minutes) will be shown with Spanish subtitles at Bethel Community Park, along Legacy Street.
o August 13, Back to the Future (PG, 116 minutes) with Spanish subtitles, at Trainsong Park, Bell Ave., off Bethel Dr.
o August 20, Secret Garden (G, 101 minutes), at State Street Park, Burnett & Dakota
o August 21, The Goonies* (PG, 114 minutes) at University Park, 24th & University.
o August 27, Una Película de Huevos (G, 90 minutes) shown in Spanish, with English subtitles, at Petersen Barn Center, 870 Berntzen Road.
*Northwest Community Credit Union provides free treats with their human-powered smoothie maker at this movie.
Summer in the City – Live Music
Music will be in the air in City parks this month with several free concerts (formerly called Concerts in the Park).
o Every Sunday evening, at 6:30, come to Washburne Park, Agate & 20th for a free concert. Here’s who’s playing in August:
August 1, Springfield Concert Band: pops, show tunes, marches & more.
August 8, Oregon Tuba Ensemble:familiar tunes and classical melodies performed entirely on tubas.
August 15, Oregon Brass society plays music of a genuine British-style brass band.
August 22, Eugene Symphonic Band: traditional concert band repertoire including pops, marches & more.
August 29, Junction City Polka Band: grab a partner and dance to the polka.
o Thursday, August 12, 6:30 p.m., the band, Taste, plays at Maurie Jacobs Park. Come to this concert along the river and enjoy this Eugene cover band’s funky, sweet and smooth, guitar-driven R&B music.
Summer in the City – Skate Competitions
The End of Summer Skate Competition will be held on Saturday, August 28, 5 p.m., at Willamalane Skatepark in Springfield. All ages, all abilities! Register at 4 p.m., $3 for competitors; free for observers. Parent must register youth 18 and under. Come see some great skating or compete yourself! They’ll be hot dogs, prizes and music. Helmets for riders required at all times. 100% of proceeds will go to Skaters for Eugene Skateparks (www.skateeugene.org) to fund the Washington-Jefferson Skate Park. For more information call 541-682-6321.
Breakfast at the Bike Bridges
August 27, 7 – 9:30 a.m. Amazon Trail and 24th Ave., celebrate biking and walking with coffee, bagels, safety checks, minor bike tune-ups and free bike bell installation.
For a complete list of SITC events, including those Downtown, click: www.eugene-or.gov/SummerintheCity
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End of Summer Block Party
You and your family are invited to the block party of the year! The End of Summer Block Party is complete with neighbors, good times, games, food and great ice cream. This is a party you and your family don't want to miss! It’s Saturday, August 28, 1-3 p.m. at Campbell Center, 155 High St. And best of all, it’s free! 541-682-5311 for information. |
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 It's Fun for All!
Eugene Recreation’s free summer playground program, Fun For All, continues in your neighborhood. This community-wide program provides free recreation opportunities for youth ages 7 and older (under 7 years, when accompanied by someone 15 years or older). Food For Lane County provides free lunches for children at sites denoted with *.
Fun For All sites are open through August 27 in these neighborhood parks:
Sites open Monday-Friday, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (unless noted):
· *Monroe Park, 8th Ave & Monroe
· University Park, E. 24th Ave & University St.
· *Washington Park, 2025 Washington St.
· *State Street Park, Dakota & Burnett Streets
· *Sladden Park, N. Adams & Cheshire
· *Churchill Youth Sports Park (10a-4p), Bailey Hill Rd. next to Churchill High School
· *Petersen Barn Park, 870 Berntzen Rd.
· *Trainsong Park, Edison St. off Bethel Dr.
Rec & Roll Sites - A group of dynamic Recreation Staff will roll into these locations twice every week to bring Special Events and Fun Activities!
· Cal Young Youth Sports Park, Monday & Tuesday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Gilham Road & Crescent Avenue
· Arrowhead Park, Thursday & Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., on Arrowhead Street off of Irvington Drive
For a full listing of activities go to www.eugene-or.gov/funforall
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Rec eNews Insider - space is still available in:
Deaf & Hard of Hearing camp – August 9–13, 9am-1pm. This camp welcomes children who are deaf/hard of hearing and their siblings. Activities include recreational games, arts and crafts, drama, and much more. Held at Washington Park Center.
For more information or to register, call 541-682-5333 or click www.eugene-or.gov/recenroll.
Recreation Events Need Volunteers!
Recreation Services is seeking volunteers to help at the Eugene Flying Disc Festival and the Waterfest 2010 events, both occurring on August 14. If you can help with these event or are interested in other volunteer opportunities in Recreation, call Molly Elliott 541-682-6307 or send her an email.
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At a Glance - Upcoming Events
Here are just some Eugene Recreation activities coming up in the next few weeks. For details about these and many other activities and events, visit the Eugene Recreation online calendar (or call where numbers are listed).
· Drop-in Kayaking – ages 12 and up; Thursdays 8-10 p.m. Echo Hollow Pool. $5.
· Free Shakespeare in the Park – Macbeth all ages. Every Sat & Sun in August, 6:00 p.m.. Free. Amazon Community Park. 541-682-5373.
· Strolling for Seniors – age 50 and up; Wednesdays 9-10 a.m. thru Aug 25. Moderately paced walks designed for mature participants. Hilyard Center. 541-682-5311. Free.
· Traditional Boat Show- All ages. Saturday, August 7, noon to 5 p.m,. Richardson Park Marina at Fern Ridge Reservoir. 541-682-6348.
· Amazon Pool Family Swim Times – All ages (adult (age 18+) must accompany children in the water). Thru Sept. 3, M-F, 11:30-1 p.m., and M-Th, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $4/$4.75
· Tree Climbing drop-in – Age 10 and up. Aug. 4, meet at the big walnut tree at Petersen Barn Center. Aug. 18, Maurie Jacobs Park, near the soccer field. $10. 541-682-5329.
· First Saturday Park Walks – All Ages. August 7, 9-11 a.m., explore Maurie Jacobs Park. Meet at the playground near the parking lot at the end of Fir Lane, east from River Rd. Sept. 4, walk the Wild Iris Ridge. Meet at the end of Bailey View Dr. Park at the end of the street. 541-682-6358.
· Eugene Flying Disc Festival – All ages, canines, too. August 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Westmoreland Park. $15; $10 youth 15 years & younger. 541-682-5409
· Geocaching Event, drop-in – age 8 and older. August 14, 3:30-7:30 p.m. Use a Global Positioning System (GPS) to find ”treasure.”; meet in the parking lot at the west end of Royal Ave. Free. 541-682-5329
· Waterfest 2010 – age 8 and older. Workshop for individuals experiencing physical disabilities. Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Fern Ridge Reservoir. See story, above. $25
· Rock Climbing: Community Climb Time @ the Columns, drop-in – Age 8 & older. Aug. 21 and 28, 9-11 a.m. Basalt columns in Skinnner Butte Park at 2nd & Lincoln. Instruction and gear provided. Adult must accompany children. $10; pay on site.
· End of Summer Skate Competition – All Ages. August 28, 5 p.m., at Willamalane Skatepark in Springfield (parent must register youth under 18). $3. See info, above.
Congratulations to the July Rec eNews winner! Sara Sharp won a 10-visit family punch card to Amazon Pool - an $85 value.
Enter to win the August Rec eNews prize: Three lucky people will win a competitive quality Eugene Flying Disc Festival disc. The winner will be selected August 30 and notified by email. To enter, email: recreation@ci.eugene.or.us with the subject, “reward”.
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For information about Eugene Recreation programs and activities, or to register online, go to www.eugene-or.gov/recenroll
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