JULY 2014

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express starting June 17 in Eugene. The Summer Movie Express runs for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show Authur Christmas on July 1 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Arc Families Connected will host an Out & About at Bounce Gymnastics for children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their siblings every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This weekly event will continue in the summer, but the group of volunteers will not be there to help. Parents must remain on site while their children play. The cost is $3 per child. For more information, contact Sydney Shook at 541-343-5256 ext. 113.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show Despicable Me 2 on July 2 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Eugene Public Library hosts Sensory Story Time every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the downtown branch, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. This is a special story time for kids of all ages with sensory integration issues or other special needs and their caregivers.

 

Every Wednesday, the city of Cottage Grove will host a free Concert in the Park at the Bohemia Park Amphitheater, located at 10th and Main St. On July 2, The Celtic Tradition will play Celtic music. For more information, visit Bohemia Park.

 

The Eugene Pro Rodeo will run from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Thurs., July 3 through Sun., July 6 at the Oregon Horse Center, located at 90751 Prairie Rd. in Eugene. The Eugene Pro Rodeo includes rodeo action, motorcycle jumps, vendors, food and more. Visit Eugene Pro Rodeo to see admission prices and the schedule of daily events.

 

Join the town of Creswell as it celebrates the 4th of July with a bang! Get breakfast from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed immediately by the famous Creswell parade. Enjoy entertainment, food and vendors all day at Holt Park, located at 1 N. 4th St. A fireworks show will be held at dusk.

 

The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and the Museum of Natural and Cultural History offer free admission the first Friday of every month from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Both museums are located on the University of Oregon campus. Visit the museum’s websites for information on current exhibits.

 

Art and the Vineyard, an art and wine festival, will take place Fri., July 4 through Sun., July 6 at Alton Baker Park, located at 100 Day Island Rd. in Eugene. The festival will run from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The festival will feature fantastic wine, food and craft vendors, art, live music and the annual fireworks display to celebrate the holiday! There will also be a Youth Art Arena at the festival where kids can create arts and crafts.

 

The Eugene Pro Rodeo will run from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Thurs., July 3 through Sun., July 6 at the Oregon Horse Center, located at 90751 Prairie Rd. in Eugene. The Eugene Pro Rodeo includes rodeo action, motorcycle jumps, vendors, food and more. Visit Eugene Pro Rodeo to see admission prices and the schedule of daily events.

 

Come to Dexter Lake on July 4 to support local volunteer firefighters. There will be vendors, food, live music and a spectacular fireworks show over the lake. The festivities start at 4 p.m. at Dexter State Recreation Area, located at 39011 Hwy. 58.

 

The Light of Liberty Celebration will feature music, food, family fun and a fabulous fireworks show set to music and reflected over the scenic Willamette River. Kid Nation activities will include magic shows, live music, balloon twisting, giant slides, reptile exhibits, crafts and games. Gates open at 4 p.m. at Island Park, located at 200 W. B St. Music starts at 5 p.m. and fireworks start at 10 p.m. Advance tickets cost $5 at the Springfield Utility Board’s main office or Jerry’s Home Improvement Centers. Tickets at the gate will cost $7. Children under five years get in for free. For more information, visit 4th of July Light of Liberty Celebration.

 

The City of Eugene Recreation Services will host a free First Saturday Park Walk for people of all ages on Sat., July 5 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Whilmahut Nature Preserve in Alton Baker Park (from Centennial Blvd, turn south on Aspen St., go to the end of the street, cross Walnut Rd. to enter parking area). Naturalists from the City of Eugene Outdoor Program will lead this interpretive walk. For questions, call 541-682-5329.

 

The Oregon Bach Festival will present a rhymed-verse storytelling spin on the classic Sleeping Beauty fairy tale with live music on Sat., July 5 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and again from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts, located at 7th Ave. and Willamette St. in Eugene. The cost is $5. Visit the Oregon Bach Festival for more information.

 

Kids and family are invited to sing and dance their way into the weekend at Family Music Time on Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. at the Eugene Public Library, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. On July 5, Samuel Becerra will play the lively music of South America.

 

Kids and families are invited to the Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts (MECCA) every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to make a creative reuse project. From magnetic puzzles to robot rockets to sock creatures, there’s always a fun, all-ages craft project for kids and families each Saturday. No need to preregister, just drop in any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. All materials are included for each workshop. A $3 to $5 sliding scale donation is requested per child. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. MECCA is located at 449 Willamette St. in Eugene.

 

Art and the Vineyard, an art and wine festival, will take place Fri., July 4 through Sun., July 6 at Alton Baker Park, located at 100 Day Island Rd. in Eugene. The festival will run from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The festival will feature fantastic wine, food and craft vendors, art and live music. There will also be a Youth Art Arena at the festival where kids can create arts and crafts.

 

The Eugene Pro Rodeo will run from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Thurs., July 3 through Sun., July 6 at the Oregon Horse Center, located at 90751 Prairie Rd. in Eugene. The Eugene Pro Rodeo includes rodeo action, motorcycle jumps, vendors, food and more. Visit Eugene Pro Rodeo to see admission prices and the schedule of daily events.

 

Art and the Vineyard, an art and wine festival, will take place Fri., July 4 through Sun., July 6 at Alton Baker Park, located at 100 Day Island Rd. in Eugene. The festival will run from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The festival will feature fantastic wine,food and craft vendors, art and live music. There will also be a Youth Art Arena at the festival where kids can create arts and crafts.

 

The Eugene Pro Rodeo will run from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Thurs., July 3 through Sun., July 6 at the Oregon Horse Center, located at 90751 Prairie Rd. in Eugene. The Eugene Pro Rodeo includes rodeo action, motorcycle jumps, vendors, food and more. Visit Eugene Pro Rodeo to see admission prices and the schedule of daily events.

 

Early Childhood CARES will host its Summer Behavior Training starting Mon., July 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is a five-week training that will help parents learn effective behavior support strategies to use with preschool children with challenging behaviors. Subsequent classes will be held July 14, 21, 28 and August 4. The training will be held in room 145 of the Clinical Services Building at the University of Oregon, 901 E. 18th Ave., Eugene. Childcare will be provided to qualified Early Childhood CARES children and their siblings. Please call 541-346-2578 or email Carla to register for the training and arrange your childcare needs. Remember, parents must register even if they do not need childcare.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show The Lego Movie on July 8 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Arc Families Connected will host an Out & About at Bounce Gymnastics for children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their siblings every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This weekly event will continue in the summer, but the group of volunteers will not be there to help. Parents must remain on site while their children play. The cost is $3 per child. For more information, contact Sydney Shook at 541-343-5256 ext. 113.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show Free Birds on July 9 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Eugene Public Library hosts Sensory Story Time every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the downtown branch, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. This is a special story time for kids of all ages with sensory integration issues or other special needs and their caregivers.

 

The City of Eugene will host a Family Fun Night on Wed., July 9 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Petersen Barn Community Center, located at 870 Berntzen Rd. in Eugene. Dinner will be served until 6:30 pm. There will also be games, crafts and live entertainment. This is a free drop-in program; no registration is required.

 

Every Wednesday, the city of Cottage Grove will host a free Concert in the Park at the Bohemia Park Amphitheater, located at 10th and Main St. On July 9, Koko Bola will play groove jazz. For more information, visit Bohemia Park.

 

Bridgeway House will host a Parent Support Meeting on Thurs., July 10 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, located at 1385 Oakway Rd. in Eugene. The support group is for parents and caregivers of children with autism. Childcare is available, but parents must call in advance. Please call 541-345-0805 to make childcare arrangements. All parents and guardians are invited to attend.

 

Parents and preschool-age children are invited to the Museum of Natural and Cultural History (MNCH) at the University of Oregon on Fri., July 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for stories and hands-on fun, including crafts, songs, games and museum exploration. This month children will learn about the different parts of plants and how they grow and thrive. Admission for a family of four is $5 and  is free for museum members. Little Wonders is hosted the second Friday of every month at MNCH, located at 1680 East 15th Ave. in Eugene.

 

The Oregon Family Support Network hosts a monthly Respite Night for parents and caregivers of children and youth with emotional, behavioral, mental and/or physical challenges and special needs. This month’s Respite Night will take place on Fri., July 11 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free dinner will be provided, and there will be crafts and movies. Space is limited and preregistration is required. To RSVP, call 541-342-2876.

 

Enjoy music and family fun as Springfield celebrates SummerFair July 11 and July12 at Island Park, located at 200 W. B St. The cost is $8/person and $25/family. To learn more about the featured bands and family activities, visit Springfield SummerFair.

 

Enjoy music and family fun as Springfield celebrates SummerFair July 11 and July 12 at Island Park, located at 200 W. B St. The cost is $8/person and $25/family. To learn more about the featured bands and family activities, visit Springfield SummerFair.

 

The Arc Lane County will offer its Take a Break/Saturday Respite program on Sat., July 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4181 E St., Springfield. This is a low-cost program The Arc Lane County provides to families each month. The cost is $10 per child with disability and $5 for each sibling. Families must email Becca Hope  as soon as possible to confirm space availability and reserve a spot for their child.

 

Kids and family are invited to sing and dance their way into the weekend at Family Music Time on Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. at the Eugene Public Library, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. On July 12, Pia and Jason Robbins of Little Timbre Studio will share songs, rhymes and music.

 

Kids and families are invited to the Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts (MECCA) every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to make a creative reuse project. From magnetic puzzles to robot rockets to sock creatures, there’s always a fun, all-ages craft project for kids and families each Saturday. No need to preregister, just drop in any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. All materials are included for each workshop. A $3 to $5 sliding scale donation is requested per child. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. MECCA is located at 449 Willamette St. in Eugene.

 

Nature guide Dave Hagen will lead children and families on a gentle Butterflies and Dragonflies Walk from 10 a.m. to noon on Sun., July 13 at Mount Pisgah Arboretum,  located at 34901 Frank Parrish Road in Eugene. Nets and bug boxes will be provided. Families should meet at the visitor center. The cost is $5 per family, and free for members. Call 541-747-1504 for more information.

 

The Oregon Technical Assistance Corporation (OTAC) will host a training on Structure in the Home & Community – A Simple Approach on Mon., July 14 from 5:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. in the Carmichael Training Room at the Lane County Juvenile Youth Center, located at 2727 Martin Luther King Drive in Eugene. The training will provide information about tools and effective supports to help a person transition, gain independence and experience more effective communication processes with others. This is a great training for families who are interested in learning how to make a picture schedule or similar types of low tech communication tools. To register, visit OTAC Public Events, email Sheri Stephen or call 503-364-9943 ext. 221.

 

Early Childhood CARES will host part 2 of its Summer Behavior Training on Mon., July 14 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in room 145 of the Clinical Services Building at the University of Oregon, 901 E. 18th Ave., Eugene. This is a five-week training to help parents learn effective behavior support strategies. Early Childhood CARES will offer another behavior training in the fall.

 

The Oregon Family Support Network and Lane County Behavioral Health Services Child and Adolescent Program will offer The Collaborative Parenting Series, a weekly group for parents and caregivers of children with challenging behaviors and/or mental health concerns. The class will be held on Mondays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in room 198 of the Lane County Mental Health Building, located at 2411 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. The class will start July 14 and will run through September 22. To register and for more information, contact Debra Depew at 541-342-2876.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show Adventures of Tintin on July 15 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Arc Families Connected will host an Out & About at Bounce Gymnastics for children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their siblings every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This weekly event will continue in the summer, but the group of volunteers will not be there to help. Parents must remain on site while their children play. The cost is $3 per child. For more information, contact Sydney Shook at 541-343-5256 ext. 113.

 

Come join a group of parents and share in the joys and struggles of parenting a child with special needs. This is a great group for parents looking to connect with other parents. The bimonthly Early Childhood CARES Parent Support Group will meet on Tues., July 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in room 201A of the Clinical Services Building, located at 901 E. 18th Ave. in Eugene. Preregistration is required. Parents need to register for the meeting even if childcare is not needed. To register, please call 541-346-2578 by Mon., July 14. Please note, the support group will be cancelled if fewer than five parents register.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show The Rise of the Guardians on July 16 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Eugene Public Library hosts Sensory Story Time every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the downtown branch, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. This is a special story time for kids of all ages with sensory integration issues or other special needs and their caregivers.

 

Every Wednesday, the city of Cottage Grove will host a free Concert in the Park at the Bohemia Park Amphitheater, located at 10th and Main St. On July 16, Breakers Yard will play Delta blues and ragtime music. For more information, visit Bohemia Park.

 

Celebrate the discovery of gold at Bohemia Mining Days July 17 through July 20. There will be music, a parade, living history exhibits and vendors. The great, old fashioned family fun will take place in downtown Cottage Grove at E. Main St. and E. Washington St. Admissions is free. To learn more, visit Bohemia Mining Days.

 

Kids will have an opportunity to climb into a fire engine, cement truck, backhoe, dump truck, LTD bus, 18-wheeler and more at the Touch a Truck event on Thurs., July 17 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Petersen Barn Community Center, located at 870 Berntzen Rd. This is a free family event that is sure to please all ages. Food will be available for purchase. This is a drop-in event; registration is not needed.

 

Celebrate the discovery of gold at Bohemia Mining Days July 17 through July 20. There will be music, a parade, living history exhibits and vendors. The great, old fashioned family fun will take place in downtown Cottage Grove at E. Main St. and E. Washington St. Admissions is free. To learn more, visit Bohemia Mining Days.

 

Come socialize and enjoy a scenic day in Cottage Grove at the annual Quilt Show & Ice Cream Social on Fri., July 18 from noon to 8 p.m. at Cottage Grove First Presbyterian Church, located at 216 S. 3rd St. Homemade cakes will be available, and the ice cream social begins at 4 p.m. Bring a donation or cans of food to benefit Community Sharing and FPC Youth Music Programs. For questions, call 541-942-4479.

 

The Oregon Family Support Network hosts a monthly Family Support Meeting the third Friday of every month for families of children and youth who experience mental, emotional, behavioral and/or physical special needs. The Family Support Meeting will take place on Fri., July 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Emerald Park Pool, located at 1400 Lake Dr. in Eugene. Kids can swim for free and a light snack will be provided. Preregistration is required. To RSVP, call 541-342-2876.

 

Grab the family and enjoy some recreation time together in the gym, pool and playground at Family Fit Friday on Fri., July 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Sheldon Community Center, located at 2445 Willakenzie Rd. Call 541-682-5312 to preregister.

 

The Cottage Theatre will present the world premiere of “Swindlers, Scoundrels, Liars and Cheats…Or, Oil’s Well That Ends Well” on Fri., July 18 at 7 p.m. at 700 Village Dr. in Cottage Grove. The script, written by Cottage Grove playwright Keith Kessler, features youth participants of the summer theatre camp. The show begins with several music and dance numbers. After that, the audience warms up with an old-fashioned sing-along and plenty of booing and hissing practice in time for the main event. Tickets are only $5. The annual Summer Melodrama is a great show for families of all ages.

 

Springfield will host a Movie in the Park on Fri., July 18 at 8:30 p.m. at Douglas Gardens Park, located 3455 S. Redwood Dr.  The featured movie will be The Neverending Story (rated PG). Bring your own blanket and lawn chairs. Admission is free; concessions will be available for purchase.

 

Celebrate the discovery of gold at Bohemia Mining Days July 17 through July 20. There will be music, a parade, living history exhibits and vendors. The great, old fashioned family fun will take place in downtown Cottage Grove at E. Main St. and E. Washington St. Admissions is free. To learn more, visit Bohemia Mining Days.

 

Kids and family are invited to sing and dance their way into the weekend at Family Music Time on Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. at the Eugene Public Library, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. On July 19, Rich Glauber will delight all ages with his interactive music play.

 

Kids and families are invited to the Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts (MECCA) every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to make a creative reuse project. From magnetic puzzles to robot rockets to sock creatures, there’s always a fun, all-ages craft project for kids and families each Saturday. No need to preregister, just drop in any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. All materials are included for each workshop. A $3 to $5 sliding scale donation is requested per child. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. MECCA is located at 449 Willamette St. in Eugene.

 

All ages are invited to come to the 6th annual Eugene Symphony in the Park on Sat., July 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cuthbert Amphitheater, located at 601 Day Island Rd. in Eugene. The evening will include beloved audience favorites from light classics to musical theater and Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture. Tickets are free, but limited to four per household and subject to availability. Visit Eugene Symphony for more information.

 

The Cottage Theatre will present the world premiere of “Swindlers, Scoundrels, Liars and Cheats…Or, Oil’s Well That Ends Well” on Sat., July 19 at 7 p.m. at 700 Village Dr. in Cottage Grove. The script, written by Cottage Grove playwright Keith Kessler, features youth participants of the summer theatre camp. The show begins with several music and dance numbers. After that, the audience warms up with an old-fashioned sing-along and plenty of booing and hissing practice in time for the main event. Tickets are $5. The Summer Melodrama is a great show for families of all ages.

 

Celebrate the discovery of gold at Bohemia Mining Days July 17 through July 20. There will be music, a parade, living history exhibits and vendors. The great, old fashioned family fun will take place in downtown Cottage Grove at E. Main St. and E. Washington St. Admissions is free. To learn more, visit Bohemia Mining Days.

 

Families can walk, bike and roll on two miles of car-free streets at Eugene Sunday Streets on Sun., July 20 from noon to 4 p.m. at Washington Jefferson Park, located at 1820 Roosevelt Blvd. in Eugene. Visit Eugene Sunday Streets for more information about this free family event.

 

The Cottage Theatre will present the world premiere of “Swindlers, Scoundrels, Liars and Cheats…Or, Oil’s Well That Ends Well” on Sun., July 20 at 2:30 p.m. at 700 Village Dr. in Cottage Grove. The script, written by Cottage Grove playwright Keith Kessler, features youth participants of the summer theatre camp. The show begins with several music and dance numbers. After that, the audience warms up with an old-fashioned sing-along and plenty of booing and hissing practice in time for the main event. Tickets are $5. The Summer Melodrama is a great show for families of all ages.

 

Early Childhood CARES will host part 3 of its Summer Behavior Training on Mon., July 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in room 145 of the Clinical Services Building at the University of Oregon, 901 E. 18th Ave., Eugene. This is a five-week training to help parents learn effective behavior support strategies. Early Childhood CARES will offer another behavior training in the fall.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show Kung Fu Panda 2 on July 22 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Arc Families Connected will host an Out & About at Bounce Gymnastics for children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their siblings every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This weekly event will continue in the summer, but the group of volunteers will not be there to help. Parents must remain on site while their children play. The cost is $3 per child. For more information, contact Sydney Shook at 541-343-5256 ext. 113.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show Madagascar 3 on July 23 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Lane County Fair will run Wed., July 23 through Sun., July 27. There will be great family fun, including concerts, carnival rides, games, animals and entertainment. Visit Lane County Fair for price information and the daily schedule of events.

 

The Eugene Public Library hosts Sensory Story Time every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the downtown branch, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. This is a special story time for kids of all ages with sensory integration issues or other special needs and their caregivers.

 

Every Wednesday, the city of Cottage Grove will host a free Concert in the Park at the Bohemia Park Amphitheater, located at 10th and Main St. On July 23, Etouffee will play swamp rock and Cajun music. For more information, visit Bohemia Park.

 

The Lane County Fair will run Wed., July 23 through Sun., July 27. There will be great family fun, including concerts, carnival rides, games, animals and entertainment. Visit Lane County Fair for price information and the daily schedule of events.

 

Bridgeway House will host a Parent Support Meeting on Thurs., July 24 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, located at 1385 Oakway Rd. in Eugene. The support group is for parents and caregivers of children with autism. Childcare is available, but parents must call in advance. Please call 541-345-0805 to make childcare arrangements. All parents and guardians are invited to attend.

 

The Blackberry Jam Festival is a wholesome community event held in Lowell, featuring great music, unique crafts and delicious food. Events include a car show, fishing derby, quilt show and parade. To learn more, visit the 20th Annual Blackberry Jam Festival.

 

The Lane County Fair will run Wed., July 23 through Sun., July 27. There will be great family fun, including concerts, carnival rides, games, animals and entertainment. Visit Lane County Fair for price information and the daily schedule of events.

 

The Oregon Family Support Network hosts a monthly Family Fun Night the fourth Friday of every month for families with children who experience mental, emotional, behavioral and/or physical special needs. Family Fun Night will be held on Fri., July 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Skate World, located at 3188 Gateway Lp. in Springfield. Children must be supervised by their parent or caregiver. The cost is $1 for roller skates or $4 for inline skates.

 

Springfield will host a Movie in the Park on Fri., July 25 at 8:30 p.m. at Quartz Park, 2300 S. 60th St. The featured movie will be Homeward Bound, the Incredible Journey.

 

The Blackberry Jam Festival is a wholesome community event held in Lowell, featuring great music, unique crafts and delicious food. Events include a car show, fishing derby, quilt show and parade. To learn more, visit the 20th Annual Blackberry Jam Festival.

 

Kids and family are invited to sing and dance their way into the weekend at Family Music Time on Saturdays at 10:15 a.m. at the Eugene Public Library, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. On July 26, singer and songwriter Rob Tobias will entertain with classics, originals and tunes made up on the spot.

 

Kids and families are invited to the Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts (MECCA) every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to make a creative reuse project. From magnetic puzzles to robot rockets to sock creatures, there’s always a fun, all-ages craft project for kids and families each Saturday. No need to preregister, just drop in any time between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. All materials are included for each workshop. A $3 to $5 sliding scale donation is requested per child. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. MECCA is located at 449 Willamette St. in Eugene.

 

The Lane County Fair will run Wed., July 23 through Sun., July 27. There will be great family fun, including concerts, carnival rides, games, animals and entertainment. Visit Lane County Fair for price information and the daily schedule of events.

 

The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art will host an ArtAccess Workshop for Children with Special Needs on Sat., July 26 from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. This is a free, drop-in art class for K-12 children with developmental, emotional and physical disabilities. The class will be taught by occupational therapists and artists. Reservations are requested. Email Nori Rice or call 541-346-6443 to register. Visit ArtAccess VSA for more information.

 

Mount Pisgah Arboretum will host a Wet Feet and Cool Treats River Hike on Sat., July 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 34901 Frank Parrish Rd. in Eugene. Kids and families will follow the water garden trail, catch live critters and explore the aquatic world of the arboretum. Hand-cranked ice cream will also be served. The cost is $5 per family for members, and $8 per family for nonmembers. Call 541-747-1504 for more information.

 

Come meet the alpacas in their pastures at Picnic with the ‘Pacas on Sat., July 26 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Aragon Alpacas, located at 33005 Dillard Rd. Bring a picnic and blanket to sit on while enjoying the banjo music and scenic farm views. Admission is free. Water and soft drinks will be provided. For more information, call 541-912-0782.

 

The Blackberry Jam Festival is a wholesome community event held in Lowell, featuring great music, unique crafts and delicious food. Events include a car show, fishing derby, quilt show and parade. To learn more, visit the 20th Annual Blackberry Jam Festival.

 

The Lane County Fair will run Wed., July 23 through Sun., July 27. There will be great family fun, including concerts, carnival rides, games, animals and entertainment. Visit Lane County Fair for price information and the daily schedule of events.

 

Early Childhood CARES will host part 4 of its Summer Behavior Training on Mon., July 28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in room 145 of the Clinical Services Building at the University of Oregon, 901 E. 18th Ave., Eugene. This is a five-week training to help parents learn effective behavior support strategies. Early Childhood CARES will offer another behavior training in the fall.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show The Croods on July 29 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Arc Families Connected will host an Out & About at Bounce Gymnastics for children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their siblings every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. This weekly event will continue in the summer, but the group of volunteers will not be there to help. Parents must remain on site while their children play. The cost is $3 per child. For more information, contact Sydney Shook at 541-343-5256 ext. 113.

 

Early Childhood CARES Parent Support Group will meet on Tues., July 29 at 5 p.m. We will have a barbecue to celebrate summer and those kids transitioning to kindergarten. Please call Laura at 541-346-2571 for more details if you are interested in attending.

 

Regal Entertainment Group will host its 2014 Summer Movie Express for nine weeks with select movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Regal will show Epic on July 30 at 10 a.m. Admission to films during the Summer Movie Express is $1, and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. To learn more, visit Summer Movie Express.

 

The Eugene Public Library hosts Sensory Story Time every Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the downtown branch, located at 100 W. 10th Ave. This is a special story time for kids of all ages with sensory integration issues or other special needs and their caregivers.

 

Every Wednesday, the city of Cottage Grove will host a free Concert in the Park at the Bohemia Park Amphitheater, located at 10th and Main St. On July 30, Annie Mae Rhodes Band will play bluegrass. For more information, visit Bohemia Park.

 

Ninkasi Brewing Company will host a Pints for a Cause fundraiser to benefit Early Childhood CARES on Thurs., July 31 from noon to 9 p.m. at 272 Van Buren St. in Eugene. Ninkasi will donate 25 percent of all pint proceeds from the entire day to Early Childhood CARES. Come enjoy a great summer evening on the patio and support Early Childhood CARES! Children are allowed inside the tasting room and on the patio until 8 p.m., but they must be accompanied by an adult. There will be live entertainment from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. with two bands — Slippery Slopes String Band and Heavy Chevy — playing.

 

Brazil comes to the Amazon on Thurs., July 31 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. when the Amazon Community Center is filled with the sounds of Samba Ja. At 5:30 p.m., there will be an outdoor, all-age, family friendly community drum circle led by Jill Sager of Hands On Rhythm. Families are invited to bring drums, percussion instruments, chairs and blankets. A Samba Ja performance will follow at 6:30 p.m. To learn more, visit Samba Ja Rhythm Fest or call 541-682-5373.

 

The staff at Early Childhood CARES is excited to see kids again during its five-week summer session! Summer services will start Mon., July 7 and will end on Fri., Aug. 8. For more important dates, see Early Childhood CARES 2014-2015 Service Calendar.

 

The Child Center will host two different Summer Skill Building Camps for youth, kindergarten through 6th grade, who are struggling with emotion regulation, self-esteem and getting along with others. Through the use of science, nature, crafts, movement, art, writing, games and drama, kids will learn positive coping skills, ways to manage difficult emotions and foster empathy for others. Kids will be split into small groups based on age and ability and will work with energetic and enthusiastic counselors. Session I will run Tues. through Thurs. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting July 8 and continuing through July 24. Session II will run Tues. through Thurs. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting July 29 and continuing through Aug. 14. The Skill Building Camp will be held at a Springfield Public School, to be determined. Lunch will be provided by the FOOD for Lane County free summer lunch program. Each session counts as nine client service hours, and children can attend one or both sessions depending on therapist approval. The camps are free for those with Oregon Health Plan. For more information or to register, call 541-747-7734.

 

The Oregon Parent Project, a study at the University of Oregon’s Child and Family Center, is now enrolling parents/caregivers and their children (ages 28–44 months) who have a developmental delay or concern. All families are invited to participate in assessments and will be compensated for their participation. Some families will also be invited to participate in a parent education class focusing on positive strategies designed to promote child and family well-being. For more information, email Angie Relling or call 541-346-4209.

 

The Arc Lane County’s JumpStart Program provides summer fun for kids, and parents can use their K Plan funding to pay for this program. The program will be held at 4110 River Rd. in Eugene. Limited space is available. To learn more or to register, email Becca Hope or call 541-654-7649.