Kidz Rock Music & Arts Festival
The kids are fine. They just need to break out of the tedium of a pandemic-driven lockdown. Don’t we all? The Music Education & Performing … Continue reading
Year: 2020
Inside Out
Channel your outdoor energy for these indoor options
Now that the sun is out somewhat more regularly, we have to resist the urge to act like Floridians and take over a beach. And … Continue reading
We’re Too Entitled
The Slant piece (EW 4/23) on Erik Larson’s book The Splendid and the Vile about Winston Churchill that contrasts with our current “hunger for leadership” … Continue reading
It’s Fun to Work Out at the YMCA
Eugene’s YMCA offers its members and the public a variety of online classes
With classes ranging from chair fitness to flow yoga to boot camp, the Eugene Family YMCA has something for everyone. Kim Miller, director of health … Continue reading
Lysol Cures Bone Spurs
I heard that President Donald Trump has suggested injecting our bodies with disinfectants in order to kill the coronavirus. I have an idea that this … Continue reading
Trauma and Transformation
Eugene author releases second novel while under quarantine
When Eugene writer Marjorie Celona was working on their (Celona prefers they/them pronouns) first best-selling novel, 2012’s Y, they used money earned from teaching to … Continue reading
Mountains Closed
Oakridge is losing its busy season this year, but local businesses are striving to make it through
Most of the campsites, boat launches and trailheads that draw people from the valley to the mountains near Oakridge are closed. Many local businesses are … Continue reading
Eyster Has Inclusive Vision
It was great to see Eugene Weekly endorse Mike Eyster (4/23), as I also feel he is an exceptional candidate for Springfield mayor. I’ve known … Continue reading
Hitting the Brakes
Eugene Parking Services adjust to COVID-19 revenue loss
For once, there are plenty of parking spaces in downtown Eugene and near the University of Oregon. Finding a spot to park no longer takes … Continue reading
Even More Stimulation
Thanks for the inspirational title you put on Mike Berg’s letter, “Stimulating Compassion” (EW 4/23) — perfect timing for his and your inspiration! Like Berg, … Continue reading