Event Listings in Oregon

Photography at Oregon’s 47th Annual Exhibit and Auction is nearly upon us! We’ve already received an impressive collection of print donations from noted photographers locally and nationally. So far, contributions include prints from artists such as Christopher Burkett, Christopher Landis, Ken Hawkins and Brian Lanker, as well as outstanding works from many exceptional local and regional artists, such as Michael Z. Taylor, Barbora Bakalarova, Sarah Grew, Walt O’Brien, and Doremus Scudder, just to name a very few.

As in years past, there will be three Auction Exhibits featuring prints from the Online Auction at Dot Dotson's Gallery in Eugene, one each in May, June and July. This year, the online auction and the three exhibits will run concurrently. You can view a select number of photographs at Dot Dotson's each month and view and bid on the entire selection of over 85 photographs online at auctria.events/PAO2025.

The first installment of the PAO Auction Exhibit opens Friday, May 2nd
at Dot Dotson’s Gallery, 1668 Willamette St. Eugene, OR 97401

There will be an Opening Reception from 5-6 p.m., complete with wine and hors d’oeuvres. We hope to see you there.

The exhibit will run all of May, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. till 1:00 p.m.

The Online Auction itself will be open for bids starting May 1st and continuing through July 31st. The entire selection of photographs will be online.

We are looking forward to an active turnout for the 2025 Auction! Remember, that all auction proceeds go toward promoting and sponsoring photography exhibits and events by PAO, as they have for the past 45 years. Our success is directly due to the generosity of many fine photographers donating work, giving back to the medium we all love, as well as the generosity and commitment of our bidders.

Get your writing time in and tell your story.

As a writer, you know you have to actually do the writing to make your stories come into being. And it’s legitimately hard to find the time and make the commitment to it.

Accountability works. As does working alongside fellow writers in the sweet quiet of the Wordcrafters studio. No espresso machines screeching, annoying music playing, or folks chatting. Plus, you can get up and go to the bathroom whenever you need to! And you won’t have the distraction of laundry or other procrastination chores.

Date: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays

Time: 9:30 am-noon Tuesdays, 10:30 am-1 pm Thursdays, 6:30-9 pm Sundays

Price:
Members: $0 (Yes, Writing Time is free for Wordcrafters members!)
Access: $3 – if you have limited access to funds
Participant: $5 – the actual cost of this event
Patron: $10 – if you have more access to wealth/resources and can support others who need to pay less

About your hosts

Jeaux Bartlett (they/them or xe/xem) is a writer and teacher living in Eugene, Oregon. Jeaux has published several books and online courses focused on personal growth and their work has appeared in the Register Guard, Lane Monthly, Rochester insider, Crossroads Chronicle, and Nature’s Wisdom amongst other publications.

Sunday evening volunteer host

Heather McBride (she/her) is a content strategist at Adobe but has novelist aspirations. She’s been bookish since birth but got serious about her own writing when teaching composition at U of O.

The community is invited to commemorate Juneteenth at the 2025 Juneteenth Gathering, taking place on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 3:00 to 8:30 PM at the Farmers Market Pavilion in downtown Eugene.

This family-friendly, free celebration honors Black freedom, culture, and excellence through music, art, food, and community connection.

This year’s event will feature live performances by Sistahs4Life, Zelia Woods, and the headliner Mz. Etta’s World, a Juneteenth history presentation, and a variety of engaging activities for all ages, including a Kid Zone and Black vendor marketplace.

Attendees can enjoy a wide range of food from local Black-owned vendors and food trucks, along with community tables hosted by local organizations offering resources, services, and giveaways. A special Elder's Space will also provide a reflective atmosphere, honoring the wisdom of local Black elders.

Come relax and groove to the bossa nova, swingin' and bluesy sounds of The Jazz Symbiosis Trio while you wine and dine @ The Jazzy Ladies! No Cover.

This is a space where queer and trans people with disabilities can share their day to day frustrations, discuss chosen topics, and share resources and validation. Open to all LGBTQIA people, including trans, nonbinary, questioning, and gender-diverse folks, ages 13+. FREE.

Email info@transponderoregon.org for the Google Meet link.

Oran Mor Meadery will host the Umpqua Celtic Session on the 3rd Thursday of the month. The first regular session will be on 21 April at Oran Mor starting at 6 pm. Acoustic musicians are welcome who play such instruments as guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, whistle, accordion, concertina, bodhran, Uilleann pipes, etc. FOR MORE INFO: Call or Email Scott Harmon, Tel. 541-445-9100 or 530-8177 EMAIL harmon@zetetix.com

Cottage Theatre is pleased to present the Oregon premiere of Nevermore: The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe, written and composed by Jonathan Christenson.

Nevermore runs from June 6 - 22, 2025, at Cottage Theatre, 700 Village Drive in Cottage Grove.

The grim world of Edgar Allan Poe is scrutinized in this macabre musical inspired by his gothic poetry and prose. This surreal piece weaves together original music and dramatic storytelling to unravel the tortured life and untimely death of the legendary writer. Charting a course through Poe's earliest memories, this show navigates themes of loss, addiction, and abandonment through poignant melodies and stunning visual imagery. As Poe's troubled past and masterful creations intertwine, you will be transported to a mesmerizing place where reality and imagination collide. An Oregon premiere, Cottage Theatre’s Nevermore will take you on a gripping ride through “fantastic terrors never felt before.”

Nevermore is directed and designed by Kory Weimer, assisted by Naomi Castro as Assistant Director and Vocal Director. Ashley Lawn serves as Stage Manager. The musical features Marc Siegel, Dylan Bunten, Cam Tunnell, Alana Merz, Laurel Merz, and Moura Stewart as Players, with Kory Weimer as Edgar Allan Poe. A trio of puppeteers (Cayla Gaddis, John Young, and Ylectra Young) rounds out the ensemble. Costume design is by Chris Carter, lighting design by Amanda Ferguson, and makeup design by Holland Holub.

Nevermore is on stage for three weekends at Cottage Theatre from June 6 - 22. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm, and Sunday afternoons at 2:30 pm.

Photography at Oregon’s 47th Annual Exhibit and Auction is nearly upon us! We’ve already received an impressive collection of print donations from noted photographers locally and nationally. So far, contributions include prints from artists such as Christopher Burkett, Christopher Landis, Ken Hawkins and Brian Lanker, as well as outstanding works from many exceptional local and regional artists, such as Michael Z. Taylor, Barbora Bakalarova, Sarah Grew, Walt O’Brien, and Doremus Scudder, just to name a very few.

As in years past, there will be three Auction Exhibits featuring prints from the Online Auction at Dot Dotson's Gallery in Eugene, one each in May, June and July. This year, the online auction and the three exhibits will run concurrently. You can view a select number of photographs at Dot Dotson's each month and view and bid on the entire selection of over 85 photographs online at auctria.events/PAO2025.

The first installment of the PAO Auction Exhibit opens Friday, May 2nd
at Dot Dotson’s Gallery, 1668 Willamette St. Eugene, OR 97401

There will be an Opening Reception from 5-6 p.m., complete with wine and hors d’oeuvres. We hope to see you there.

The exhibit will run all of May, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. till 1:00 p.m.

The Online Auction itself will be open for bids starting May 1st and continuing through July 31st. The entire selection of photographs will be online.

We are looking forward to an active turnout for the 2025 Auction! Remember, that all auction proceeds go toward promoting and sponsoring photography exhibits and events by PAO, as they have for the past 45 years. Our success is directly due to the generosity of many fine photographers donating work, giving back to the medium we all love, as well as the generosity and commitment of our bidders.

Our Summer Celebration is hitting all Oakshire taprooms on June 20 and 21 ☀️ We're bringing the heat with the release of Gnome Down Under New Zealand IPA, a juicy, floral, and tropical hop bomb you won't want to miss. Throw on your favorite tropical shirt and join us for themed music, delicious brews, and amazing food specials and collaborations.

POWER PLAY FOR THE PLANET

Saving planet Earth together can be loads of fun! Join us to play games, solve puzzles, and tackle wacky challenges. The whole family will enjoy exploring the environment, designing solutions, and imagining a brighter future. Let’s do this! The Power Play for the Planet program is targeted for a family audience with elementary age children and is presented by a museum educator. The program includes a short and lively presentation (20-25 minutes) followed by activity tables offering a variety of fun, hands-on activities.