Events

 

Special events are in the works for 2012... curious? Check back this summer!

 

 

 

The Eugene Celebration Mile

The Eugene Celebration Mile will be leading the parade Saturday morning. This road race/walk, featuring accurate chip timing, will follow the parade route, beginning at 9:50 a.m. There will be awards based on age groups, as well as Celebration Mile shirts available for all participants. Be part of this inaugural event! For registration and additional information, please visit the Eugene Celebration Mile page.

 

 

The Eugene Celebration Mile

 

Classic Car Show & Shine

U.S. Bank Parking Lot at 8th and Olive
Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Join us for the Eugene Celebration Classic Car Show & Shine in downtown Eugene in the U.S. Bank parking lot! New sponsor Petersen Collector Cars will be showing a variety of classic cars, and there will be plenty of awards.

Click for more information about Classic Car Show & Shine.

 

 

Triathlon Eugene , the Oregon Challenge

Sunday August 28, Richardson Park, Fern Ridge
Produced by Pacific Sports, Triathlon Eugene will establish a premier event in Lane County; long-term, self-sustaining and strongly linked to the city and region. It will engage the local community in a sport promoting health, fitness, and camaraderie. It will also advocate philanthropy and social and environmental responsibility. It will offer three courses for participants of all ages and skill levels. All events will follow the traditional triathlon format of Swim, Bike, Run.

Please visit the Triathlon Eugene web site for event details and registration.

 

Health & Well Being Celebration

Saturday & Sunday 11am-6pm

 

Welcome to an event that enhances health, harmony and happiness in the spirit of fun and community. This is an opportunity to explore together. Booths presenting holistic health products and services, spirituality, personal growth opportunities, massage,natural food tasting and more will line W. Broadway between Charnelton &Lincoln.

FREE HEALTH-ORIENTED WORKSHOPS in yoga, Tai chi, Fybromyalgia,
nutrition, women's health, hypnosis, Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy, healing, wellness and
more will be offered in the Atrium Conference Rooms at 13th & Olive,
Saturday & Sunday between 11am-5pm.

 

AIA People's Choice Awards

The American Institute of Architects Southwestern Oregon Chapter offers the People's Choice Awards, showcasing the work of local architects, landscape architects, & design professionals. This program spotlights design excellence and demonstrates to the public what the architecture profession provides to enhance the built environment.



2011 Mayor's Art Show

August 25 – October 8, 2011
AN EVENT OF THE JACOBS GALLERY: Celebrating Lane County Artists!
• Opening Ceremony and Awards Presentation: Thursday, August 25 at 5:30pm in the Hult Center lobby, followed by the the ribbon cutting and the official opening of the Jacobs Gallery and the 2011 Mayor's Art Show. 
• The Jacobs Gallery hours: Tuesday – Friday, noon to 4pm, Saturday 11am to 3pm, and one hour prior to during all Hult Center performances. 
• Extended Eugene Celebration hours: Friday, Aug. 26, noon to 8pm, Saturday, Aug 27: 11am to 8pm, and Sunday, Aug. 28: 2pm to 5:30pm. 
• First Friday ArtWalk on Friday, September 2 and October 7, 2011
• Viewer's Choice Award winner will be announced at the September 2nd ArtWalk. Viewer's can vote on their favorite piece through the  Eugene Celebration.

 

 

 

"Salon du Peuple" (Salon of the People)

By popular demand from last years transformation of the “Salon des Refusés” exhibit into the "Salon du Peuple" (Salon of the People), an open non-juried art show will continue this year. Again, it is not necessary to be refused by the Mayor's Art Show to participate in this exhibit. The event is made possible in part by a grant by the Lane Arts Council with the support from the City of Eugene Cultural Services Division. An opening reception is planned for all "Salon" artists and the public on Thursday, August 25th from 6:30 to 10:00 pm. Food and refreshments will be provided and music performed by TBA. The show will be open during the Eugene Celebration with music planned. Hours for the "Salon" after the celebration are Wednesday through Saturday 12:00 to 6:00 pm until October 8th. The "Salon" will be featured on the 1st Friday ArtWalk, October 7st from 5:30 to 9:30pm. Food and refreshments will be provided and music performed by TBA. Other art events and meetings are planned at the "Salon" with details to be announced later. The New Zone Arts Collective is a 501(3) non profit organization.
For more information: Please Visit the New Zone Website Here ---->>
Steve LaRiccia, Exhibit Coordinator (541)935-4308 slrphoto@earthlink.net

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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