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Community Events Calendar
 
 
6/2 First Friday Show: African Dance and Drumming
6/2 Predictive Scheduling: Right for Oregon?
6/2 Don't Ban Me: A Pet Parade
6/2 First Friday Communities of Color
6/2-3 Democracy School - Protecting Local Self-Government!
6/2, 6 Church Women United
6/3 Pints for Pollinators: Beyond Toxics Benefit
6/3 Eugene March for Truth
6/3 The Chinese Mind: Traditional Wisdom and Its Transformation in Modern Times
6/3-4 Rural Caucus and Strategy Session with Rural Organizing Project (ROP)
6/4 The Jewish Oregon Story: 1950-2010
6/4 Democratic Socialists of America
6/5 CALC Fundraiser at Mazzi's
6/6 Criminal Alien-Nations: Child Migrants to the US Deported as "Criminal Alien" Adults
6/6 "Good Things Happ'n" - A Warm Welcome Party for Michael Tellinger
6/6 Ubuntu: One Small Town Can Change the World
6/6 Rally: Tell Legislators We Can't Wait for Big Business to Pay Their Fair Share
6/6 Avant Gardeners June Meeting
6/6 Imagining Freedom Teach-In: "The Big Picture: Structural Racism, Equity, and Intersectionality" Featuring Rinku Sen
6/7 IWW Movie and Discussion: I'm Not Rappaport
6/8 Latino Roots Celebration
6/8, 22 One-on-One Job Hunt Help
6/9 What is Missing Middle Housing and Is It Missing in Eugene?
6/10 Opportunity Village Open House & Fundraiser
6/10 Eugene World Naked Bike Ride
6/11 Music in the Meadow with Special Guest Peter Wilde
6/12 First Place Family Center and the Interfaith Emergency Shelter System
6/12 Emerald Compassionate Action Network (ECAN) Potluck Supper
6/12 Statewide NAACP Lobby Day
6/13 Dealing with the Debt Monster
6/13 Interfaith Clergy, Latinx Alliance Speak in Support of The Inclusivity Ordinance
6/14 Restyle and Repurpose T-Shirts
6/15 Small Business Clinic: Ask the Experts
6/15 Eugene Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) Chapter Meeting
6/16 Brainwaves, Worms & Detergents; Turning UO Research into Thriving Businesses
6/17 Sheldon High School Lu'au
6/20 World Refugee Day
6/21
6/21 NAACP Lane County General Meeting
6/22 Nonprofits: Share Info and Resources
6/23 WYVIWYG - Who You Vote Is Who You Get!
6/24 Healing Our World: A Deeper Look at Food
6/25 Interfaith Peace Walk
6/27 Laurel Hill Center Grati Night
Tuesdays 6/27-8/15 Eugene Public Library Summer Teen Team
7/9-15 Next Generation Climate Justice Action Camp
7/23 Palmo Center 5th Annual Peace Run
8/11-13 AMP (Activists Mobilizing for Power)
   
Ongoing Events:
africandance

First Friday Show: African Dance and Drumming

June 2nd, 6 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive



Experience a free show  of authentic Guinean dance and drumming by the West African Cultural Arts Institute.

West African Cultural Arts Institute is a non-profit co-founded by Alseny Yansane and Andrea DiPalma Yansane with a mission to share the joy and passion of West African culture through vibrant educational programs focusing on music and dance; advocate for authentic, source artists from Guinea; and create charitable projects in Guinea that promote artistic, emotional, and physical health.

Free. Information:  541-682-5450 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

predictive

Predictive Scheduling: Right for Oregon?

June 2nd, 12-1 p.m.
UO Academic Extension at the Baker Center at 975 High in Eugene

There are bills pending in the Oregon Legislature to require employers to pay employees the equivalent of 4 hours work if the employee is called in to work, but due to the employer, does not work a full shift. This applies to many businesses, but particularly restaurants. The bill also requires employers in certain industries to engage in an interactive process on scheduling and requires employers to give the employees' requested scheduling unless there is a bona fide business reason. These and other requirements of the bill are intended to help workers and are favored by some workers and their supporters and strongly opposed by the Oregon Chamber of Commerce and other business groups who refer to the bill as the "Restrictive Scheduling Bill."

You will learn what benefits and burdens this bill, if passed, would create for the parties and what the spillover effect would be on the public. You will hear about polling and studies done by both sides on this important issue.

See more

petparade

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democracyschool

Democracy School - Protecting Local Self-Government!

June 2nd, 6-9 p.m. and June 3rd, 9-5 p.m.

First United Methodist Church at 1376 Olive in Eugene

Our partners, Community Rights Lane County (CRLC), along with the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund (CELDF), are bringing Democracy School to Eugene!

Reserve your seat today! After this course, you will understand how and why our environmental laws and regulations have failed us and what we can do take back our power as citizens of this republic.

Register here

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Church Women United

June 2nd, 9-11:15 a.m. and June 6th, 7:30 a.m.
Episcopal Church of the Resurrection at 3925 Hilyard in Eugene


Laurie Trieger, Regional Outreach Director of Family Forward will update us on issues of importance to Church Women United and how they fared in the State Legislature this year. Bring a friend or two. Strawberry shortcake.

Then join us June 6th
, 7:30 a.m. for Church Women United Breakfast at Brails at 1689 Willamette in Eugene. Small discussion group regarding our June 2nd meeting. No host breakfast.

Free. More info: Anne at 541-554-2646aobdob@pacinfo.com.

pintspollinators


Viking Braggot Brew Pub at 520 Commercial St., Unit F, in West Eugene

Viking Braggot is releasing a one-time seasonal craft Protect Our Pollinators Brew! These master beer lovers are uniting to support our pollinators using local honey from Hummingbird Wholesale and local organic pollinator tea by Mountain Rose Herbs. Only one batch will be brewed!

And here's the really sweet part ... a dollar from each pint sold from the keg goes to support the Beyond Toxics Save Oregon's Bees Campaign!

Music by Butterchuck!

eugenemarchfortruth

Eugene March for Truth

June 3rd, 1-3 p.m.
New Federal Building at 405 E 8th in Eugene

Join us to support truth, accountability and transparency in American politics. Short rally followed by a march! Over 125 cities across the country will be marching!

Goals:
  • Properly supported independent commission and Congressional investigations, free of partisan interests;
  • Information released to the public as possible, and as soon as possible;
  • Release of Donald Trump's tax returns to clarify his business interests and obligations to any foreign entity; and,
  • Prosecution of any crimes or collusion which may be discovered.

DISCLAIMER: 

By choosing to attend this event, you are acknowledging the risks involved, and you are committing to participate nonviolently and in accordance with the law, and to work to de-escalate confrontations with opposing persons or others. You agree (i) not to engage in any act of violence or violation of any applicable law and (ii) to obey the orders of authorized event marshals and law enforcement authorities.

See the Facebook event

thechinesemind

The Chinese Mind: Traditional Wisdom and Its Transformation in Modern Times

June 3rd, 2 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive



Learn how Chinese philosophy has evolved from ancient Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism, including the effects of interactions with Western thought since the 17 th century.

The speaker will be Dr. Yu Zhenhua, Professor and former Dean of the Department of Philosophy at East China Normal University. He has been honored as a Fulbright Research Scholar at New York University and a Visiting Scholar at Harvard-Yenching Institute. He is the author of the books "How is Metaphysical Wisdom Possible?" and "The Tacit Dimension of Human Knowledge."

This talk is presented in partnership by Eugene Public Library and the University of Oregon Confucius Institute for Global China Studies.

Free. Information:  541-682-5450 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

rurualcaucus

Rural Caucus and Strategy Session with Rural Organizing Project (ROP)

June 3rd and 4th
Madras, Oregon

This is the biggest day of the year for Rural Organizing Project (ROP) - it is when the entire statewide network of rural organizers and community leaders come together to share stories and skills, build relationships and analysis, and advance plans to strengthen the movement for democracy and justice in rural and small town Oregon.  

The Rural  Caucus and Strategy Session began in the early 1990s and continued as an annual tradition because it serves as a space for leaders to reflect on our work over the last year, share our lessons learned, and build collective next steps. Every Rural  Caucus and Strategy Session features think tanks on topics that reflect on our moment in time, the issues impacting rural and small town Oregon, and how to continue to build our long-term movement for justice and human dignity.


jewishoregon


June 4th, 2 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive

Historian Ellen Eisenberg will share the story of Oregon's Jewish community during a time of dramatic growth and change. Jewish Oregonians both contributed to and were shaped by the "Oregon Story" of the late 20 th century. Eisenberg will discuss how the community grappled with a variety of national and local shifts, from changing women's roles and inter-group relations to increasing controversy over Israel and Zionism. She will highlight the rebirth of smaller communities around the state, the embrace of post-denominational Jewry, spirituality, and a progressive ethos of environmentalism and inclusion.
 
Ellen Eisenberg is the author of "Embracing a Western Identity: Jewish Oregonians, 1849-1950" and "The Jewish Oregon Story, 1950-2015." She is the Dwight and Margaret Lear Professor of American History at Willamette University. Her book "The First to Cry Down Injustice? Western Jews and Japanese Removal During WWII" was a 2008 National Jewish Book Award finalist.

Free. Information:  541-682-5450 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

democratic

Democratic Socialists of America

June 4th, 6 p.m.
GTFF Office at 609 E 13th in Eugene

We have just organized a chapter of Democratic Socialists of America here in Eugene - join us!

mazzis

CALC Fundraiser at Mazzi's

June 5th, 5-9 p.m.
3377 E Amazon in Eugene

Join us at Mazzi's for some of the freshest, most delicious Italian and Sicilian food in town. 30% of your bill (including alcohol and take-out orders) will go toward CALC's peace and justice work!

You will need to show your server this voucher.

See the Facebook event

criminalalien

Criminal Alien-Nations: Child Migrants to the US Deported as "Criminal Alien" Adults

June 6th, 3:30-5 p.m.
Fenton 117, University of Oregon


This presentation of CLLAS-funded research will be shared by Anthropology graduate student, Tobin Hansen.

What are the motivations for and the consequences of deporting long-time U.S. residents as "criminal aliens"? This research examines the exclusionary logics and mechanisms by which some childhood arrivals to the United States are ensnared in crime control regimes and, as adults, are incarcerated, designated "criminal aliens," and deported to Mexico.

It also explores the aftermath of deportation as men forge ahead with their lives in unfamiliar northern Mexico communities. This talk will situate deportation's social, gendered, and legal processes that render it a forcible sociopolitical displacement. Tobin argues that deportees' extreme hardship and multiple vulnerabilities recast the moral valuation of "criminal alien" deportation itself.


goodthings

June 6th, 4-6 p.m.
Kesey Square in Eugene

Back away from the news and come see all the "good things happ'n" in our town! Meet and welcome Michael Tellinger (on world tour to tell the townspeople about Ubuntu contributionism). Music, singing, organizations and groups doing "Good Things".

Free.


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Transportation:
Buses leave Gateway Mall (by Cabela's) at 10 a.m.

You'll arrive in Salem around 11:15 to pick up food, swag and get checked in. After the rally (12-1 p.m.), A Better Oregon has scheduled legislative drop-bys to hand out one-pagers to our elected officials. At 2 p.m., buses will leave for Eugene. Register online here.

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Avant Gardeners June Meeting

June 6th, 6-10 p.m.
670 W 18th in Eugene

The Eugene Avant Gardeners Are Growing Strong This Season!!! Avant Gardener work parties have been sprouting all around the Eugene area once again, and this is an invitation for you to join the garden party and help grow the sustainable ethical food movement.

If you use Facebook, check out the Eugene Avant Gardener page for information and resource trading, events, and other daily updates. Stay tuned as we have a website in development along with a whole new online garden work party organization system to be implemented soon!

imagining

Imagining Freedom Teach-In: "The Big Picture: Structural Racism, Equity, and Intersectionality" Featuring Rinku Sen

June 6th, 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Knight Library Browsing Room, UO

In times of retrenchment and crisis, the capacity to imagine, debate, feel and express alternative futures grows urgent. What do we want for ourselves and for our world? What insights and lessons can we draw from past struggles? The teach in will include a short opening performance by members of the UO Hip Hop Ensemble.
 
Rinku Sen  is one of the leading voices in the racial justice movement, building upon the legacy of civil rights by transforming the way we talk about race, from something that is individual, intentional, and overt to something that is systemic, unconscious, and hidden. She is the president and executive director of Race Forward: The Center for Racial Justice Innovation and the publisher of the award-winning news site Colorlines.  Sen's cutting edge book Stir it Up, read widely by community organizers and taught on campuses across the country, theorized a model of community organizing that integrates a political analysis of race, gender, class, poverty, sexuality, and other issues. She is also the author of The Accidental American, a trenchant account of immigration, race and economic justice organizing in the era of "crimmigration."

iww

IWW Movie and Discussion: I'm Not Rappaport

June 7th, 7pm
Mcnail-Riley House at 601 W 13th in Eugene



Old Nat Moyer is a talker, a philosopher, and a troublemaker with a fanciful imagination. His companion is Midge Carter, who is half-blind, but still the super of an apartment house. When he is threatened with retirement, Nat battles on his behalf. Nat also takes on his daughter, a drug dealer, and a mugger in this appealing version of a really "odd couple."

Sponsored by the Lane branch of the Industrial Workers of the World. More info: iconoclasmo.scott@gmail.com.

Free.

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jobhunt

One-on-One Job Hunt Help

June 8th and 22nd, between 4-6 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive

Get expert advice and assistance to address your specific questions and concerns. Employment counselors will help you find employment opportunities; complete applications; write online and traditional resumes; learn and practice interview techniques; or explore new job or career directions.

Free. Call 541-682-5450 to pre-register for a 30-minute, one-on-one session.

whatismissing

What is Missing Middle Housing and Is It Missing in Eugene? 

June 9th, 12 - 1 p.m.
UO Academic Extension at the Baker Center, 975 High St. in Eugene

The term "Missing Middle" was coined by Daniel Parolek of Opticos Design, Inc. in 2010 to define a range of multi-unit or clustered housing types compatible in scale with single-family homes that help meet the growing demand for walkable urban living.  

There is a shift in housing demand to smaller and less expensive housing both for the younger and older segments of Eugene. With the median listing price for housing now at $285,000 our housing supply is becoming more and more out of sync with that demand.

Josh Skov will explain the issue, the challenges that exist in providing Missing Middle and suggest the steps we might take to provide the types of housing that folks are seeking.

More info

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worldnaked

Eugene World Naked Bike Ride

June 10th, 4 p.m.
Monroe Park in Eugene

Join thousands of other cyclists around the world to protest oil dependency and celebrate the power and individuality of our bodies. Everyone is welcome, all shapes, sizes, and abilities, all ages. 

We ride "bare as you dare" to symbolize the fact that cyclists are vulnerable sharing the road with 2-ton metal monsters (cars) and that all of us are vulnerable because of our society's addiction to fossil fuels. You can be totally nude, or wear a colorful costume, body paint, whatever. It's totally up to you! We will obey all traffic laws. Wear a helmet. Route will be about 6 to 10 miles.

musicinthemeadow

"Music in the Meadow" with Special Guest Peter Wilde

June 11th, 12 - 6 p.m.
Madison Meadow

Once again, we will celebrate the close of yet another wonderful school year by holding our annual "un-Recital"! This annual event is an opportunity for students old and new to present anything that they would like to share, in a causal family-picnic-style setting. It is also a great way to share our accomplishments with the neighbors in the vicinity who have been exceedingly supportive with everything we do over here.

Depending on how many people wish to play, we may start and/or end an hour earlier or later, but the general time frame is from noon to 6pm, with families coming and going throughout the day. Please email us at scottypereymusic@gmail.com if you have any special time requests for performing at this event! And Jen will have a wish-list for what folks they can bring and how they can help with set-up, etc. Hope to see you all there!

firstplace

First Place Family Center and the Interfaith Emergency Shelter System

June 12th, 6-8 p.m.

First Place Family Center and the Interfaith Emergency Shelter System has been helping children and their families change their lives and become successful members of the community for over 25 years.

We are hoping that your congregation would be interested in helping us support these children and their families while in transition. You could be a Night Shelter host site for a week or join with established host sites, helping to provide meals, activities, and a safe, supportive environment.

Please join us at our potluck hosted by Emerald Compassionate Action Network (ECAN) to learn more about this program and ways that you can help.  Current host site volunteers can share their experiences and stories and discuss their needs; new volunteers can find the perfect fit for their particular talents and skills.


ecan

Emerald Compassionate Action Network (ECAN) Potluck Supper

June 12th, 6-8 p.m.

You are warmly invited to join us  to learn more about this program and the many ways that you can help. The main entree will be provided. Current host site volunteers will share their experiences and stories and discuss their needs; new volunteers can find the perfect fit for their particular talents and skills.

Please RSVP for details: ecan.today@gmail.com

naacp

Statewide NAACP Lobby Day

June 12th, 12 - 5:30 p.m.
Oregon State Capitol in Salem

Let's stand together in these trying times! Join us for a statewide NAACP Lobby Day. The current administration continues to challenge the great progress our nation made under the Obama administration. It is our obligation to stand firm in defense of this progress, understanding the continued need to engage politically.

This legislative session has been difficult as the budget discussions have been a priority. Nevertheless, there continue to be many issues that we hope to address and move forward. Chief among these, due to the current administration pulling out of The Paris Climate Agreement, is House Bill 2135 (otherwise known as The Clean Energy Jobs Bill.

We want to show our state legislative that the Eugene and Lane County area is concerned and activated, by bringing a strong group to the State Capitol to lobby our legislators.  

More info

debtmonster

Dealing with the Debt Monster

June 13th, 5:30 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive

Learn real-life strategies to control and eliminate debt at this user-friendly workshop. Get expert advice, handouts, and exercises to help you develop a personal plan to defeat the Debt Monster. Topics include: identifying and understanding different types of debt; prioritizing debt; payment strategies that reduce debt into manageable expenses; and how to effectively talk with creditors.

Workshop leader Mark Brauer has been a Certified Financial Planner for more than 30 years and currently serves as Prosperity Planner for Goodwill's Prosperity Center. This workshop is presented in partnership by Eugene Public Library, Goodwill Industries of Lane and South Coast Counties, and United Way of Lane County.

Free. Information:  541-682-5450 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

interfaithclergylatixalliance

Interfaith Clergy, Latinx Alliance Speak in Support of The Inclusivity Ordinance

June 13th, 9 a.m.
Harris Hall, County Building at 125 E 8th in Eugene

Please come to the Lane County Commissioners meeting! At this meeting interfaith clergy and the Latinx Alliance will speak in support (and the Equity and Access Inclusion Task Force will report) on the proposed "Inclusivity Ordinance".

Commissioners have said that except for a handful of people in Commissioner Sorenson's district, no one has expressed any concern about unwarranted deportations or discrimination and hateful actions or speech. We must show them we ARE concerned and we are opposed to unwarranted deportations, discrimination, and hateful speech and actions!

THE BEST WAY TO DO THAT IS FOR A HUGE CROWD OF US TO SHOW UP IN SUPPORT OF THE INCLUSIVITY ORDINANCE.

Right here in Oregon, two white men just gave up their lives to protect young women who were targeted by hate. If we want to help, the least we can do is show up to a meeting.  Please show your support!

tshitrs

Restyle and Repurpose T-Shirts

June 14th, 5:30 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive

Don't toss those old t-shirts! Restyle and repurpose them with the Library's sewing and embroidery machines. Learn how to make t-shirt yarn, t-shirt tote bags, and more. Bring at least one t-shirt; all other supplies and tools will be provided. For adults and teens.

Free. Information:  541-682-5450 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

smallbusiness

Small Business Clinic: Ask the Experts

June 15th, 5-7 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th and Olive

Running a small business? Or thinking of starting one? Get one-on-one advice and mentoring from the experts. Sign up in advance for a no-cost, individual, and confidential one hour session with a SCORE counselor to address the issues most important to your business right now. This project is provided by Eugene Public Library and SCORE: Counselors to America's Small Business.

Free. Pre-registration for individual one hour appointments is required: call  541-682-5450.

eugenecitizensclimate

Eugene Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) Chapter Meeting

June 15th,  6 p.m.
Upstairs at Market of Choice at 67 W 29th in Eugene

The meeting  will listen to a recording of the CCL monthly educational conference call  featuring a presentation by U.S. Representative Ted Deutch, Democratic  co-chair of the bipartisan House Climate Solutions Caucus. He will  provide an overview of the caucus' activities and where progress is  happening between Republicans and Democrats on the global warming issue.

Rep. Deutch represents Florida's 22nd district, home to communities 
throughout western Palm Beach County and Broward County in South Florida  and is now serving his fifth term in the 115th Congress. In addition to  the Climate Solutions Caucus, he is a member of the House Judiciary  Committee, the House Ethics Committee, and the House Foreign Affairs  Committee, on which he serves as ranking Democrat on the Middle East and  North Africa Subcommittee.

For information, e-mail Milton at 
miltont@efn.org .

brainwaves

Brainwaves, Worms & Detergents; Turning UO Research into Thriving Businesses

June 16th, 12-1 p.m.
UO Academic Extension Baker Center at 975 High Street in Eugene


The University of Oregon is striving to become a major research institution. However, academic research is not just for the benefit of basic science. The discoveries in the lab have applications far beyond the campus and, when properly managed, can result in thriving businesses generating real jobs within the Eugene economy. The CEO's of three Eugene companies that have benefited from U of O research will describe how the innovations they are making in their fields relate back to that research. You will also learn how one innovation leads to a cascade of others and how the seemingly unrelated businesses are linked with each other in a synergistic fashion.

Come hear how UO's basic research is being translated into thriving businesses with high paying jobs.
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More info

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americasyndrome

The America Syndrome: Apocalypse, War, and Our Call to Greatness

June 21st, 6 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive

Join Betsy Hartmann for a talk based on her latest work, "The America Syndrome: Apocalypse, War, and Our Call to Greatness." In this thought-provoking, big-idea book, Hartmann sheds light on a pervasive but largely ignored theme that shapes the American mindset: apocalyptic thinking, or the belief that the end of the world is near.

Tracing our nation's fixation with doomsday from the Puritans to the present, Hartmann makes a compelling case that apocalyptic fears are deeply and negatively intertwined with the American ethos. She shows how apocalyptic thinking has contributed to some of the nation's biggest problems, such as inequality, permanent war, and the exploitation of natural resources. Hartmann encourages readers to reclaim human agency: by changing the way we think, we just might change the world.

Betsy Hartmann is professor emerita of development studies and senior policy analyst of the Population and Development Program at Hampshire College. She is the author of "Reproductive Rights and Wrongs: The Global Politics of Population Control," and two political thrillers, "The Truth about Fire" and "Deadly Election."

Free. Information: 541-682-5450 or www.eugene-or.gov/library.

naacpgeneralmeeting

NAACP Lane County General Meeting

June 21st, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

330 High Street in Eugene

Join us!

nonprofits

Nonprofits: Share Info and Resources

June 22nd, 6 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive

Nonprofit board members and staff are invited to get together for a conversation and resource-sharing event facilitated by Andi Kemp of Upward Development, LLC. Learn about tips, tools, and possible partnerships that can make work easier and more successful. Bring your knowledge of software, affordable tech resources, effective training, and volunteer management. All shapes and sizes of nonprofits are welcome. The goal: help strengthen the community fabric and social service delivery system in Lane County.

Free. Information:  541-682-5450 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

whoyouvote

WYVIWYG -- Who You Vote Is Who You Get!

June 23rd, 12-1 p.m.
UO Academic Extension at the Baker Center, 975 High St. in Eugene

Five times in U.S. history, the winner of the popular vote has lost the presidency, most recently in 2000 and 2016. Current voter frustration with the electoral college has resulted in the formation of the National Popular Vote Organization in 2006 to promote reform legislation, known as the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC).

Elizabeth Donley and Eileen Reavey are leaders in Oregon's grassroots efforts to get the NPVIC bill passed this year and have been working with the National Popular Vote Organization, Daily Kos, Common Cause, League of Women Voters, Bus Project, and other allied groups and volunteers. They will explain in depth what the NPV is, why it is needed, and why it is a logical, constitutional way to reform our archaic electoral college system. They will also cover common myths and misconceptions about our electoral system and about the national popular vote.

More info

healingourworkd

Healing Our World: A Deeper Look at Food

June 24th, 2 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th & Olive

Dr. Will Tuttle, author of "The World Peace Diet: Eating for Spiritual Health and Social Harmony," will talk about the hidden dimensions of America's food system and how to make positive changes. Discover new connections and learn ways to nurture wellness, awaken insight and awareness, and "bring healing to the world."
 
Dr. Will Tuttle has lectured worldwide, taught college courses, and been a featured expert in documentary films including "Cowspiracy." In addition to authoring "The World Peace Diet, which has been published in 16 languages, he edited "Circles of Compassion: Connecting Issues of Justice." A former Zen monk and Dharma Master in the Zen tradition, he was honored with a Courage of Conscience Award by the Peace Abbey Foundation. This talk is presented by Eugene Public Library in partnership with the Eugene Vegan and Vegetarian Network.

Free. Information:  541-682-5450 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

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See the Facebook event

teenteam

Eugene Public Library Summer Teen Team

Tuesdays, June 27th - August 15th, 4-5 p.m.
Eugene Public Library at 10th and Olive

Volunteer together to help staff prepare items for check out, set up crafts projects for kids' programs, create displays, clean and organize books, and more. Apply starting  June 1 at the Teen Desk of the Downtown Library.

Free. Information:  541-682-8316 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

nextgeneration

Next Generation Climate Justice Action Camp

July 9th-15th
Camp Latgawa in Eagle Point, Oregon

The Next Generation Climate Justice Action Camp (NGCJAC) is a six day summer camp to empower youth around the state of Oregon by providing age-appropriate training and mentoring. The workshops, trainings, and activities will provide a group of young activists between the ages of 14 and 18 with the tools and information that they need in order to engage in climate justice or social justice organizing. Teens will come together to form alliances, learn from experienced mentors and frontline organizers, gain skills and have fun in an old growth forest setting.

Read more

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amp
 
AMP (Activists Mobilizing for Power)

August 11th-13th
Portland State University


AMP is a unique three-day training and networking conference for community-based leaders, staff, and volunteers of groups organizing for justice.

Workshops are designed to be highly interactive, provide hands-on tools and run all day to provide an intensive skills-building experience.  

What to look for this year:
  • Dozens of workshops with faciliators from the forefront of social justice movement organizations including: Indigenous Women Rising, Transgender Law Center, Southern Poverty Law Center, Sankofa Collective NW, National Latina Institute for Reproductive Health, Montana Human Rights Network, Disability Art and Culture Project, Rural Organizing Project, ACLU, Enlace, APANO, Political Research Associates, Social Justice Fund, Amplify, Montana Women Vote, Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training, All* Above All, OPAL Environmental Justice, National Network for Abortion Funds, Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada, and so many more!
  • Youth-friendly workshops
  • Spanish-language workshops
Early registration closes May 31st. Learn more and register.

communityrights

Community Rights Lane County Meetings

Every 3rd Monday, 6-8 p.m.
First United Methodist Church at 1376 Olive in Eugene

Learn more at CommunityRightsLaneCounty.org.

friendsongoing

Friends of Sanctuary City

Every Second Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m.
First United Methodist Church at 1376 Olive in Eugene

Join our meetings to advocate for and support the people of the Sanctuary City! More info: Kate Gessert at katerg@igc.org.

rushhour

Rush Hour Resistance Eugene

Every Tuesday, 5-6 p.m.
Old Federal Building at 211 E. 7th in Eugene

Rally. Protest. Speakers. Networking.  Stop Trump!  Reclaim Democracy!  Learn more at rushhourresistance.org.

freefamilyfun

Free Family Fun

Every Sunday, 1 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library at 10th and Olive

Kids and family: drop in for a new activity every week! More info:  541-682-8316 or  www.eugene-or.gov/library.

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Weekly Peace Vigils in Eugene


Women in Black
Mondays, 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Across from the old federal building

Peace Meditation
Tuesdays, 8:20 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.
Old federal building plaza

Peace Vigil
Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Old federal building plaza

Peace Vigil
Saturdays, 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Outside Eugene Downtown Library

For more information contact Michael at CALC at calcpeace@gmail.com or (541) 485-1755.

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occupy

Occupy Medical Free Clinic



Every Sunday
Intake 11:45 a.m. - 3 p.m.
509 East 13th Ave

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KEPW 97.3 FM  Home Grown Community Radio Meeting

Every Thursday, 6-8 p.m.
Upstairs Growers Market at 454 Willamette in Eugene

Eugene PeaceWorks is the parent organization of Home Grown Radio Station 97.3 KEPW-LP. This station's focus is economic justice, environmental sustainability, local food production, and music made right here in Oregon.

If you'd like to be a part of Home Grown Radio and you have ideas, skills, energy and want to help,  come to our weekly meetings!


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Whiteaker Community Council (WCC) Meetings

Second Wednesday of the month, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Whiteaker Community Center at Clark and N. Jackson

Free and open to the public.

interfaith

The Interfaith Prayer Service

11th of every month,  6:45 p.m. - 8 p.m.
1166 Oak in Eugene

Each month features 8-10 presenters representing a variety of spiritual backgrounds.
 

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Volunteer for Burrito Brigade

Every Sunday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
First Christian Church at 1166 Oak in Eugene

Burrito Brigade's mission is to feed the unhoused and hungry of Eugene through a local community network of personal donors and nonprofit partnerships while engaging our community in the fight to end hunger. Burrito Brigade works with, accepts donations from, and provides for the public, regardless of ability, race, gender, gender identity, sexuality, sexual orientation, social status, addiction, criminal background, political and religious affiliation or age.
 

pitaparade

Volunteer for Pita Brigade (aka Pita Parade)

Every Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Bethesda Lutheran Church at 4445 Royal in Eugene

Join us on Saturday at Bethesda Lutheran Church to make Vegan Sloppy Joe Pita's for the hungry!

We are making about 200 pitas, so we need at least 8 to 10 volunteers. We desperately need help with distribution. If you have a car and can spend an hour Saturday afternoon distributing meals, we would really appreciate your help! Please do RSVP so we know how much coffee to put on! Folks who want to help set up, please come anytime after 9 a.m. Please enter via the kitchen which is on the north east side of the Church (by the wooden gate surrounding the trash cans).

cuentos

Cuentos y Canciones:
Stories & Songs in Spanish

Every Saturday, 11:15 a.m.
Bethel Branch of Eugene Public Library
1990 Echo Hollow in Eugene

A free weekly storytime in Spanish for children and families.  Para información en español, llame 541-682-5450 y presione 5 For information in English, call 541-682-8316.

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Sensory Storytime 

Every Wednesday, 1 p.m.
Downtown Eugene Public Library

Fun stories, songs, and word play designed especially for children with sensory integration or other special needs, with caregivers. Developed by Debby Laimon, Early Childhood School Psychologist.

Free. Information:  541-682-8316  or  www.eugene-or.gov/library .

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Every Friday 3-7 p.m.
Sprout Market, 418 A St in Springfield

Have a sit-down meal and a beer from Claim 52, or buy food to go!

Huerto de la Familia is a nonprofit organization offering Latino families a place to connect to their roots and the earth by growing their own food, as well as training and peer education in organic gardening, small scale farming and small business creation. They build wide-ranging partnerships to achieve their goals of cultural identity, community integration and economic self-sufficiency in the Latino community.


freepediatric  

Free Monthly Urgent Care Pediatric Clinic

First Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Centro Latino Americano at 944 W. 5th Ave. in Eugene

Occupy Medical, with the amazing support of Florencia Kantt, N.P., will be offering a free monthly urgent care pediatric clinic at the Centro Latino Americano, for children 15 years or younger. Services include non-emergent care for common childhood illnesses such as allergies, colds and flu, conjunctivitis, coughs, sore throats, fever and constipation.

More info: 541-687-2667

Clínica de Urgencias Pediátricas Mensual
¡Gratuita!

Si usted o su niño/a no tiene seguro médico y usted tiene preguntas sobre la salud de él o ella, lo invitamos a participar en nuestra clínica pediátrica mensual.

No es necesario filar una cita.

La clínica funcionará el primer miércoles de cada mes desde las 6:30-8:30 pm
( Nov. 2, Dic. 7, Ene. 4, Feb 1, etc)

Los servicios incluyen atencíon para urgencias simples y no emergentes-
resfríos/gripa, dolor de gargantua, tos, calentura, esteñimiento, conjunctivitis de ojos, y problemas de alergias para niños y niñas haste los 15 años.

¿Donde?
Centro Latino Americano
944 W. 5th Avenue, Eugene, Oregon
Teléphono: 1-541-687-2667