Go Fish or Go Home
First Mermaid Con comes up the Drain
The Capricorn Manor opens its doors to the community for Mermaids Unite — an excuse to leave our lower limbs at the door and roleplay … Continue reading
Samantha Sobel
Author: Samantha Sobel
Resilience Market makes organic produce accessible for all
Amicus Memorial Garden Collective creates sustainability initiative
On the second and fourth Saturdays of the month through October, the Amicus Memorial Garden Collective hosts a Resilience Market, giving away free produce as … Continue reading
A Balancing Act Between Sexy and Scary
Paranormal Cirque returns to Eugene for another horror extravaganza
Paranormal Cirque II is an R-rated horror circus with performances by ghosts, werewolves, zombies, vampires and various creatures of the night. Back by popular demand, … Continue reading
It’s a Family Affair
JJ’s on Maxwell is a family-run cart bringing Midwestern staples to Eugene
For more than 30 years, JJ Schill has owned and operated Valley Restaurant Equipment, supporting eateries around the state. Outside of his store, he and … Continue reading
Acts to Catch
From circuses to spoken word, Fair is full!
The Oregon Country Fair is known for its out-of-the-box performances and a culture of magic. There’s over 17 stages and hundreds of artisans selling handmade … Continue reading
Pride Always Perseveres
The Eugene Pride Festival celebrates LGBTQIA+ culture for the 33rd time
For more than 30 years, the Eugene Pride Festival has attracted people throughout the Pacific Northwest, creating an inclusive space where Pride is not only … Continue reading
Extradition and Accountability
Gov. Tina Kotek reverses another denial for extradition, this time involving a suspected burglary ring targeting Asian Americans
Gov. Tina Kotek has reversed another denial of extradition and has now agreed to bring back to Oregon a suspect in a burglary that targeted … Continue reading
‘A Joy That Comes From Persevering’
Eugene Juneteenth Celebration spotlights ‘Rhythm and Resilience’ through Black history
There are two possibilities for celebrating Juneteenth in Eugene this week. Rhythm and Resilience Juneteenth Celebration highlights history and resilience by spotlighting Black-owned businesses and … Continue reading
Pride Moves Inside
After 31 years of outdoor celebration, Eugene PRIDE takes steps to ensure participant safety
For the first time in Eugene’s 31 years of celebrating the local LGBTQ+ community, the Eugene Pride Festival will be fenced off and made safe … Continue reading
Celebrating Moms and Maternal Bonds
A few events to make Mother’s Day special
Who would we be without our mothers and caregivers? Without them, we wouldn’t be here to tell the tale. Take advantage of the variety of … Continue reading