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Blue Sonja
October 17, 2008 - October 18, 2008
Friday - Saturday, 8 p.m.
Turtles Bar & Grill
2690 Willamette · Eugene
Celebrate the opening of Turtles' newly-remodeled venue which includes a new grand piano. Singer Sonja Rasmussen and guitarist Don Latarski join the band on Friday. Sonja and bassist Mark Schneider appear Saturday.
Cost: Free
Website: www.stevelarsonjazz.com
For more information, call: (541) 465-9038

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Charles “Teenie” Harris Lecture
October 17, 2008
Friday, 5:30 p.m.
Downtown Initiative for the Visual Arts (DIVA)
110 W Broadway
Professor Deborah Willis, one of the nation's leading historians of African American photography and exhibit co-curator (with Ronald K. Brown) will provide a public talk about the work of Charles "Teenie” Harris, who chronicled African American life in Pittsburgh from 1936-1975 as a photographer for the "Pittsburgh Courier."
Cost: Free
Website: www.hultcenter.org
For more information, call: Eugene


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Emerald City Jazz Kings: It's A Great Feeling!
October 17, 2008
Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Florence Events Center
715 Quince St · Florence
Steve Stone and his band explore the music that shared the big screen with Warner Brothers' biggest stars of the early 1930's and 1950's, including Ruby Keeler, Doris Day, Frank Sinatra and Ginger Rogers.
Cost: $25
Website: www.eventcenter.org
For more information, call: (541) 997-1994

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Eugene Generals
October 17, 2008
Friday, 7:35 p.m.
Lane Events Center-Ice
796 W 13th Ave · Eugene
The Generals face off against the Tri-City Titans as part of the 4th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Night presented by Prime Med Medical Clinic. The team will be wearing limited edition pink breast cancer awareness jerseys, which will be auctioned off on eBay. The proceeds from the jersey auction will benefit the American Cancer Society.
Cost: Adults $8; students/seniors $5; children under 5 free
Website: www.eugenegenerals.com
For more information, call: (541) 359-4154


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Hal Holbrook: Mark Twain Tonight
October 17, 2008 - October 18, 2008
Friday & Saturday, 8 p.m.
Silva Concert Hall
Hult Center · Eugene
Hal Holbrook has been bringing the unique humor and wit of the celebrated American author to Mark Twain Tonight for nearly 50 years. Holbrook understands Twain, and through him one of the most unique minds of any age continues to flourish.
Website: www.hultcenter.org
For more information, call: (541) 682-5000

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Opening Fiesta: Día de los Muertos Exhibit & Celebration
October 17, 2008
Friday, 6 – 9 p.m.
Maude Kerns Art Center
1910 E 15th · Eugene
The Fiesta's entertainment includes performances by the Ballet Folklórico Alma de México, the Ballet Folklórico Xochiquetzal, and classical guitarist Ricardo Cárdenas.
Website: www.mkartcenter.org
For more information, call: (541) 345-1571



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Ralph Stanley & The Clinch Mountain Boys
October 17, 2008
Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Jaqua Concert Hall, The Shedd
E Broadway & High St · Eugene
With his legendary Bluegrass music, Stanley's voice and banjo mastery was heard by millions on the "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" soundtrack and made him a part of the IBMA Hall of Honor, Bluegrass Hall of Fame and the Grand Ole Opry.
Cost: $24, $30, $36
Website: www.theshedd.org
For more information, call: (541) 434-7000

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Renegade Monks
October 17, 2008
Friday - Saturday, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, 7 p.m.
Three Rivers Casino & Hotel
5647 Hwy 126 · Florence
A four-piece variety rock’n’roll band, playing local bars in the Pacific Northwest for over seven years. Aces Sports Bar & Lounge. No cover, ages 21 and older, please.
Cost: Free
Website: www.threeriverscasino.com
For more information, call: (541) 997-7529


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The Eugene UKEtoberfest 2008
October 17, 2008 - October 18, 2008
Friday, 5: 30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Agate Hall
1787 Agate Street · Eugene
Celebrate the music of ukuleles. Home base will be at Agate Hall, a big comfortable concert space with all-day activities, ukulele vendors, an open mic, hula dancing and jam sessions. Twelve workshops will be held a block away in the new U of O Law School Building. Friday Hawaiian Reggae Concert at Cozmic Pizza, 199 W 8th Ave.
Cost: $7 - $25
Website: http://uketoberfest.com
For more information, call: (541) 484-1795

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The Headless Horseman Rides Again
October 17, 2008
Friday, 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Springfield Museum
590 Main St · Springfield
Do you believe in ghosts? Take a tour with ghostly docents through the best haunted museum in this neck of the woods. The Great Pumpkin Carving Contest and other Halloween goodies round out the fun.
Website: www.springfieldmuseum.com
For more information, call: (541) 726-2300


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Barn Dance
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 7 p.m.
Peterson Barn Community Center
870 Berntzen Rd · Eugene
Come with a partner or by yourself and dance to the classic country sounds of the Country Club Band. Refreshments served.
Cost: $2
Website: www.eugene-or.gov/recreo
For more information, call: (541) 682-5521

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Buster Keaton Day
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Cottage Grove Community Center
700 E Gibbs · Cottage Grove
Commemoration of the genius of silent film, Buster Keaton, with the showing of "Battling Butler" (1926) and two short Keaton films. Presented by the Cottage Grove Historical Society.
Cost: $5
Website: www.cgchamber.com
For more information, call: (541) 942-1310


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Dar William with Shawn Mullins
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Jaqua Concert Hall, The Shedd
E Broadway & High St · Eugene
One of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of her generation, Williams has been engaging audiences with her musical artistry since the early 1990s. Grammy-nominated folk-rock tunesmith Shawn Mullins opens.
Cost: $26, $32, $36
Website: www.theshedd.org
For more information, call: (541) 434-7000

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DIVA's 2008 Open Studios Art Tour
October 18, 2008 - October 19, 2008
Saturday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Eugene/Springfield and surrounding area
Eugene
The Downtown Initiative for the Visual Arts is hosting a self-guided studio tour of 45 area artists. An opportunity to see the process of art making, talk to artists and purchase art. The ticket is a full-color calendar containing a studio map and featuring the work of the artists on the tour. The calendar is available at local bookstores and at 110 W Broadway, Eugene. Also open Oct. 25 - 26.
Cost: Free
Website: http://diva.proscenia.net/
For more information, call: (541) 344-3482



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Eugene Generals
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 7:35 p.m.
Lane Events Center-Ice
796 W 13th Ave · Eugene
The Generals face off against the Tri-City Titans.
Cost: Adults $8; students/seniors $5; children under 5 free
Website: www.eugenegenerals.com
For more information, call: (541) 359-4154

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Family Detective Day
October 18, 2008
Saturday, noon - 4 p.m.
UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History
1680 E 15th Ave, University of Oregon campus · Eugene
What were Oregon's most dangerous predators? Who was the evil Monadalkni? How did people use eagle toes and talons? Families follow clues and join activities to solve mysteries about Oregon history. A Pacific Continental Bank Free Day.
Cost: Free admission for this special event
Website: http://natural-history.uoregon.edu
For more information, call: (541) 346-3024


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Goldson Grange Open House
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 4 p.m.
Goldson Grange
23479 Hwy 36 · Cheshire
Enjoy dinner, learn about country life and the grange.
For more information, call: (541) 998-8794

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Hangar Sale
October 18, 2008 - October 19, 2008
Saturday - Sunday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Oregon Air & Space Museum
90377 Boeing Drive · Eugene
For collectors and aviation enthusiasts. Selling many unique and collectable aviation items. Making room for new displays. This is also a benefit for the museum. Hot dogs and soda for sale.
Cost: Free
Website: www.oasm.org
For more information, call: (541) 461-1101


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Inaugural Circle H Youth Ranch Harvest Party
October 18, 2008
Saturday, noon - 4 p.m.
Circle H Youth Ranch
90242 Merryman Rd · Eugene
Bring the kids! BBQ, pony rides, country music with a Grammy-nominated Native American musician and band, goody bags for the first 150 kids, games, door prizes. Fundraiser to benefit new youth program.
Cost: $10, $5 kids suggested donation
For more information, call: (541) 461-5454

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Long Tom Grange 2nd Annual Apple Harvest Festival
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
25855 Ferguson Road · Junction City
Celebrate all things apple: apple pies, caramel apples, turnovers, apple cider, cider pressing, bobbing for apples, pie eating contest, face painting, dunk tank, children's games, caricature artist and apple harvest quilt raffle.
Cost: Free
Website: www.longtomcountrytrail.com
For more information, call: (541) 998-5364


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Moments of Peace with Charles Suniga
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 3 p.m.
Florence Playhouse
1st & Laurel · Florence
Suniga grew up in Florence and has two Grammy nominations. This concert showcases his unique style of playing the piano as well as a full strings orchestra, provided by his second keyboard. Also featuring flautist Amy Coffey.
For more information, call: (541) 902-8747

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Oregon Wedding Showcase
October 18, 2008 - October 19, 2008
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Lane Events Center
796 W 13th Ave · Eugene
Don't miss the largest fall bridal show in the area. Over 70 local wedding professionals will be on hand to answer your questions. See the latest wedding gowns, tuxedos and aisle upon aisle of exhibits by the area's leading wedding professionals. The fall show features a spectacular bridal gown sale.
Cost: $8, $7 purchase ticket on-line
Website: www.oregonweddingshowcase.com




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Pre's Trail X-Country Challenge
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 9:30 a.m.
Pre's Trail
Alton Baker Park · Eugene
This 7K, 5K or 3K race takes you along the legendary trail.
Website: www.eclecticedgeracing.com

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Prevention Convention
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
South Eugene High School
400 E 19th Ave · Eugene
Empower yourself with workshops for adults, teens and kids. Learn about everything from bike safety to forensic evidence in the crime lab. There are also classes in Spanish.
Website: www.eugene-or.gov/preventionconvention
For more information, call: (541) 682-8248


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Psycho Cross 2
October 18, 2008
Saturday, 10 a.m.
Camp Harlow
3850 County Farm Rd · Eugene
Join Co-Motion Classic Racing on this down and dirty course.
Cost: Free to watch, $20 to race
Website: www.obra.org
For more information, call: (541) 747-3336

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2008 Rippling River Run
October 19, 2008
Sunday, 8:30 - 11 a.m.
EWEB Plaza
500 E 4th St · Eugene
A Eugene classic, featuring great scenery and a great cause. This event benefits at risk youth through the Community Mentor Network, which provides scholarships to students with acquired brain injury or similar emotional and physical challenges. A 5K (3.1 miles) run or walk. Race schedule: 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.; race day registration; 10 a.m. 5K run/walk start; 11 a.m. awards.
Website: www.eclecticedgeracing.com


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Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble
October 19, 2008
Sunday, 3 p.m.
Beall Concert Hall
University of Oregon campus · Eugene
Chamber Music @ Beall presents a name synonymous with excellence in music, and among the most recorded ensembles in history. Music by Dvorak, Shostakovich, Mendelssohn.
Website: http://music.uoregon.edu/cmb
For more information, call: (541) 346-5678

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Pumpkin Carving Festival
October 19, 2008
Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
White Oak Farm
25610 Lawrence Rd · Junction City
Show your pumpkin-carving skill: carve a winner or just have fun! Special class: parent/child carving together. Pumpkins provided by Bush's Fern View Farm. Lots of prizes. Puff's Pastries available for purchase.
Cost: $5
Website: www.whiteoakfarmor.com
For more information, call: (541) 935-0701, please RSVP


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Shades of Pink: An Evening of Women, Wine & Wellness
October 20, 2008
Monday, 4:30 - 8:30 pm
Hilton Eugene
66 East 6th Avenue · Eugene
You're invited to join PacificSource Health Plans in partnership with Slocum for a free community event where you'll learn the latest on women’s health issues from local expert speakers and explore more than 60 exhibitors offering demonstrations and samples of health, wine tasting, fitness, nutrition and beauty services.
Cost: Free
Website: www.shadesofpink.com
For more information, call: (541) 684-5416

Exhibits & Shows



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Art About Shoes
June 25, 2008 - November 2, 2008
Wednesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History
1680 E 15th Ave, University of Oregon campus · Eugene
Get a different perspective on shoes when looking at them through a child’s eyes. Kids get into the act creating artwork and writing stories about the shoes they wear. Twenty-eight pieces of artwork from Cindy Castanette’s 4th grade class at Clear Lake Elementary School (Bethel School District) are featured in this unique exhibit.
Cost: $3 individuals; $8 families; MNCH & UO faculty, staff & students, free.
Website: http://natural-history.uoregon.edu
For more information, call: (541) 346-3024


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Springfield Farmers' Market
July 11, 2008 - October 24, 2008
Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Downtown
off Main St, between 5th St & 6th St · Springfield
Get fresh fruit, vegetables and plants. Grab lunch while you're there at the food vendors. Free streetside parking is available and it's near a bus stop. The Springfield Farmers' Market - "It'll grow on you!"
Cost: Free
For more information, call: (541) 345-7106


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Saturday Farmers' Market
July 12, 2008 - November 8, 2008
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Downtown Eugene
8th & Oak St · Eugene
Support your local farmer - buy direct from area growers! Explore Oregon's agriculture and find the freshest, locally grown produce, plants, flowers, food and fun!
Cost: Free
Website: www.lanecountyfarmersmarket.com
For more information, call: (541) 431-4923

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Saturday Market
July 12, 2008 - November 8, 2008
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Downtown Eugene
Park Blocks · Eugene
The oldest, open-air market in the United States offers great food, local crafts and live entertainment. Every Saturday, rain or shine.
Cost: Free
Website: www.eugenesaturdaymarket.org
For more information, call: (541) 686-8885


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Patriotism, Heart & Home: The War Years as Seen from the Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House
July 23, 2008 - November 16, 2008
Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House
303 Willamette St · Eugene
The current exhibit draws on personal connections, including letters, photographs and mementos from the Spanish-American War through the Korean War. Items will be added over the next few months. Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Saturday - Sunday, 1 - 4 p.m.
Cost: $5, 12 & under $2
Website: www.smjhouse.org
For more information, call: (541) 484-0808

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Watercolors by Marsha Brennan & Carolyn M. Gates
August 1, 2008 - October 31, 2008
Tamarack Wellness Center
3575 Donald St · Eugene
Showing at the Tamarack Gallery. Monday - Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. - noon.
Cost: Free
Website: www.tamarackwellness.com
For more information, call: (541) 485-6271


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Walk a Mile In These Shoes - The Stories They Tell
August 23, 2008 - December 21, 2008
Wednesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History
1680 E 15th Ave, University of Oregon campus · Eugene
Extended through December 21, 2008! Marvel at Oregon's 10,000 year old sandals. View shoes worn by Oregon athletes, coaches and politicians, even shoes from the rock band KISS and the Broadway hit musical, Wicked. Inside the exhibit explore decades of changing shoe fashions; try on traditional footwear from around the world; and explore 'shoe-perstitions.'
Cost: $3; $2 children & seniors; MNCH members, UO faculty & students, free
Website: http://natural-history.uoregon.edu
For more information, call: (541) 346-3042

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Organic Farmers Market
August 30, 2008 - October 28, 2008
Tuesday & Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Park Place
1845 Quince St at Hwy 126 · Florence
Buy fresh, local produce such as summer squash, berries, lettuce and plums. Local artisans will be selling handmade crafts and art.
Cost: Free


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Florence Old Town Public Market
August 31, 2008 - October 26, 2008
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Old Town
Port of Siuslaw Boardwalk · Florence
Local artists, crafters, fishermen, imports, excellent food vendors and farmers, too!
Cost: Free
Website: www.florencechamber.com
For more information, call: (541) 997-3128


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University of Oregon Campus Tours
September 10, 2008 - December 20, 2008
Monday - Friday, 9:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10:30 a.m.
Oregon Hall
1585 E 13th Ave, University of Oregon campus · Eugene
Student Ambassadors offer 90 minute walking tours of the main campus. Available year-round except holidays.
Cost: Free
Website: http://admissions.uoregon.edu/visit/cvisit.htm
For more information, call: (541) 346-3201


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Salon des Refuses
September 11, 2008 - October 17, 2008
New Zone Gallery
164 W Broadway · Eugene
A special exhibition of work refused by the Mayor's Art Show. Over 200 pieces of art will be on display downtown.
Cost: Free
Website: www.newzone.org
For more information, call: (541) 683-0759

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Music on the LaVelle Patio
September 18, 2008 - November 22, 2008
Thursday - Saturday, 6 - 9 p.m.
5th Street Public Market
296 East Fifth Ave · Eugene, OR
Live music at the LaVelle Wine Bar & Bistro. Thursdays: Paul Biondi and Gus Russell. Fridays: Skip Jones and Gus Russell. Saturdays: Deb Cleveland and Gus Russell. All ages welcome.
Cost: Free w/wine or food purchase
Website: www.lavelle-vineyards.com
For more information, call: (541) 338-9875


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Designed by Architects: Metalwork from the Margo Grant Walsh Collection
September 23, 2008 - January 25, 2009
Tues. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wed. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Thurs - Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
1430 Johnson Lane, University of Oregon campus · Eugene
Showcases metalwork from around the world that was designed by prominent architects between the late-nineteenth and twenty-first centuries.
Cost: $5, $3 srs/hs students; free: JSMA members, UO students, staff
Website: http://jsma.uoregon.edu/
For more information, call: (541) 346-3027

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Wild Weather
September 24, 2008 - January 4, 2009
Wednesday - Sunday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Science Factory Children's Museum
2300 Leo Harris Pkwy · Eugene
Hold on to your hats! This exhibit teaches science in a hands-on, three-dimensional way and covers the physics of weather, severe weather phenomena and the use of weather observation instruments and technology.
Cost: $4, free for members
Website: www.sciencefactory.org
For more information, call: (541) 682-7888


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Cozy Evenings Concert Series
September 26, 2008 - May 15, 2009
Friday, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
The Supreme Bean Coffee & Cafe
2864 Willamette, next to Market of Choice · Eugene
Live acoustic music every Friday evening in a warm, inviting environment.
Cost: Free
For more information, call: (541) 485-2700

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Doubt: A Parable
September 26, 2008 - October 18, 2008
Thursday - Saturday, 8 p.m.
Lord Leebrick Theatre Company
540 Charnelton St · Eugene
John Patrick Shanley's play is a compelling parable for our times on the dangers of accusation, spin and moral certainty. It is a gripping exploration of the question, "What do you do when you're not sure?" Sunday matinees October 5th and 12th at 2 p.m.
Website: www.lordleebrick.com
For more information, call: (541) 465-1506


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Colonial Harvest Days
October 1, 2008 - October 31, 2008
Northern Lights Christmas Tree Farm
36777 Wheeler Rd · Pleasant Hill
Learn about sailing on the Mayflower on the life-size "Hayflower." Launch pumpkins with the Trebuchet, ride to the pumpkin patch with Pilgrim Bob and meet cows, turkeys and goats. Field trips scheduled during the week. Open Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday noon - 5 p.m. Live music and face painting each weekend noon - 4 p.m and the pie eating contest starts at 2 p.m.
Cost: $5, $20 per family, children 5 & under free
Website: http://northernlightschristmastreefarm.com/harvest_days.htm
For more information, call: (541) 746-5161


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Hiroshima/Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Photo Exhibit
October 1, 2008 - October 31, 2008
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Atrium Building
10th & Olive · Eugene
A poignant and moving photo exhibition of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. In cooperation with the Cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum and Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum.
Cost: Free


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Jazz in Motion: Performance Photos by John Spragens
October 1, 2008 - October 31, 2008
Monday - Friday, noon - 6 p.m.
WOW Hall Gallery
8th & Lincoln · Eugene
Spragens has documented life from Texas wheat fields to Southeast Asian rice paddies, from the crowded subways of Tokyo to the throngs gathered for bike week in Daytona Beach. For more than five years years, he focused on the San Francisco Bay area jazz scene - celebrating the performers who bring us this inventive music.
Cost: Free
Website: www.wowhall.org

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Oregon Bounty
October 1, 2008 - November 30, 2008
Various locations throughout Lane County
Willamette Valley & Coast
Two months worth of opportunities to meet local chefs, vintners, brewers and to savor the flavor of Oregon's bountiful harvest -- from Oregon's famous wines and cheeses to its hazelnuts and pears. Stay a night or two, see what the chefs can do, dine with a winemaker. While experiencing all of the tastes Oregon has to offer, be sure to visit all of the participating Lane County businesses.
Website: www.traveloregon.com/bounty
For more information, call: (541) 484-5307


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Ryan Beard Metal Sculpture
October 1, 2008 - November 21, 2008
BRING Gallery
4446 Franklin Blvd · Glenwood
Welding small, steel pieces left over from his fabrication business, Beard creates graceful, large-scale works. His sculptures reflect a deep respect for nature, while demonstrating an artful solution to waste. Hours: Monday - Thursday and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Website: www.bringrecycling.org
For more information, call: (541) 746-3023

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A Streetcar Named Desire
October 3, 2008 - October 19, 2008
Friday - Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2:30 p.m.
Cottage Theatre
700 Village Dr · Cottage Grove
Faded Southern belle Blanche DuBois comes to visit her sister Stella in a seedy section of New Orleans. She soon discovers she cannot outrun her past and the stage is set for a brutal confrontation with her brother-in-law Stanley Kowalski. The Pulitzer Prize winner of 1947. Contains mature themes.
Cost: $13, $11 senior/student, group rates available
Website: www.cottagetheatre.org
For more information, call: (541) 942-8001


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Iconicity
October 3, 2008 - October 3, 2009
Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
1430 Johnson Lane · Eugene
All of the works included in Iconicity depend upon the premise of easy recognition, though in most cases that is merely a starting point for exploring a variety of other issues.
Cost: $5; $3 seniors & high school students; free UO staff, faculty, students, museum members
Website: jsma.uoregon.edu
For more information, call: (541) 346-3027

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Innovators & Inventors of Lane County
October 3, 2008 - January 31, 2009
Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Lane County Historical Society Museum
740 W 13th Ave · Eugene
The exhibit highlights the contributions of former residents and businesses: J.M Nighswander (Kinetoscope), Smith Mountjoy (photographer), Elizabeth Romane (photographer), Roy Scroggs (experimental aircraft), Morris "Brownie" Brown (custom-made wheelchair), Maude Kerns (artist), and Chet's Famous Foods (frozen foods).
Cost: $3, $2 seniors, $.75 children 15-17, 14 & under free
Website: www.lanecountyhistoricalsociety.org
For more information, call: (541) 682-4242


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John Piper: Through the Lens
October 3, 2008 - October 3, 2009
Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 11a.m. - 8 p.m.
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
1430 Johnson Lane, University of Oregon campus · Eugene
Examines the artist's use of the camera as a mediating device and his placement of the viewer in the position of voyeur.
Cost: $5, $3 seniors, high school students; Free UO faculty, staff, students, museum members
Website: jsma.uoregon.edu
For more information, call: (541) 346-3027


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Cuba Avant-Garde: Contemporary Art From The Farber Collection
October 4, 2008 - January 4, 2009
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
1430 Johnson Lane, University of Oregon Campus · Eugene
An innovative collection of 58 paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, sculptures and mixed media highlighting the cultural mixing, aesthetic diversity and critical voice reflective of Cuban art. Tuesday, Thursday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Cost: $5, $3 seniors/high school students, free to Museum members, UO students, staff, faculty
Website: http://uoma.uoregon.edu/
For more information, call: (541) 346-3027


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Springfield Mayor's Art Show
October 4, 2008 - October 31, 2008
Tuesday - Saturday, 11 a.m - 4 p.m.
Emerald Art Center
500 Main St · Springfield
The 16th annual show includes paintings, photos and three-dimensional art from Oregon artists.
Website: www.emeraldartcenter.org
For more information, call: (541) 726-8595

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The Wildest Weather in the Solar System
October 4, 2008 - January 4, 2009
Saturday - Sunday, 2 p.m.
Science Factory Children's Museum
2300 Leo Harris Pkwy · Eugene
Explorers on other planets find giant hurricane-like storms, titanic lightning bolts, 1000 mph winds, heat waves hot enough to melt lead, places so cold that in the winter the atmosphere freezes onto the surface and dust storms that can cover an entire planet. You'll also get a glimpse of the biggest and most dangerous storms of all. Ages 10 and older.
Website: www.sciencefactory.org
For more information, call: (541) 682-7888


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The Winter's Tale
October 4, 2008 - October 18, 2008
Saturday - Sunday, 7:30 p.m.; Sun. Oct 12 matinee 2 p.m.
Blue Door Theater at LCC
4000 E 30th Ave · Eugene
Shakespeare’s comedy of pastoral romance presented by Lane Community College Student Productions Association.
Website: www.studentproductions.org
For more information, call: (541) 463-5761

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WSO 43rd Watercolor Show
October 4, 2008 - October 29, 2008
Florence Events Center
715 Quince St · Florence
Eighty transparent watercolor paintings, selected by Juror Linda Doll of San Diego, from 850 Watercolor Society of Oregon members will hang in FEC Galleries One and Five. The twenty award-winning paintings will travel for six months to galleries around the state.
Website: www.watercolorsocietyoforegon.com
For more information, call: (541) 997-1994


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Backsteet Artist of the Month Sharon Stiles
October 8, 2008 - October 30, 2008
Wednesday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Backstreet Gallery
327 Laurel St · Florence
The show includes unique encaustics, photography, stitchery and boxes, which are combinations of all her talents. Enjoy her works as well as those of other Florence artists.
Cost: Free
Website: www.florenceartists.com
For more information, call: (541) 997-8980

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Charles “Teenie” Harris: Rhapsody in Black & White
October 14, 2008 - November 22, 2008
Downtown Initiative for the Visual Arts (DIVA)
110 W Broadway · Eugene
An exhibition of 31 photographs by Charles "Teenie" Harris, selected from the Archives of Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh, PA. Photos that inspired Ronald K. Brown's dance "One Shot," is owned and organized by the August Wilson Center for African American Culture. Harris' photographs reflect African American urban life in the mid-20th century from the Depression to the Civil Rights Movement.
Cost: Free
Website: http://diva.proscenia.net


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Día de los Muertos Exhibit & Celebration
October 17, 2008 - November 7, 2008
Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, noon - 4 p.m.
Maude Kerns Art Center
1910 E 15th · Eugene
This popular exhibit features 25 artists from nine states throughout the U.S. The show honors the Mexican Day of the Dead holiday on November 1 and November 2 of each year when the spirits of the dead are thought to return briefly to share in the activities of the living.
Cost: $3 requested donation
Website: www.mkartcenter.org
For more information, call: (541) 345-1571