Community Events Calendar

Thu - Jan 08
1:30 PM
  Wii Demonstration

Join us for a friendly competition in bowling and golf via this interactive computer game. Have fun while learning a new fitness option.  Call 736-4444 for more information.

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Thu - Jan 08
7:00 PM
  Cascade Mycological Society January Presentation

Please Join the Cascade Mycological Society for a talk by David Pilz on "Oregon's Emergent Culinary Truffle Industry". The truffle white paper that David will discuss explains the opportunities that a truffle industry offers Oregon and how to go about developing a premier industry, one that is characterized by high-quality products, ethical business practices, environmentally responsible production, and widely accrued benefits.

This talk is free and open to the public. For more information or for directions visit our website
http://cascademyco.org

Location: Lane Community College Building 16 Room 115, 4000 East 30th Avenue, Eugene

Mon - Jan 12
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Simple Thai Cooking

Enjoy delicious Thai food samples, including entrees, side dishes and an array of variations to get your creative juices flowing while learning simple Thai recipes. This class is taught by Saman Harnsongkram, Saturday Market Bangkok Grill owner. Call 736-4444 for more information and to register. No class 1/19.  Fee: $30/3 weeks

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Wed - Jan 14
5:00 PM
  Celebrate Oregon’s 2008 NCAA Cross Country Championship with the Ducks

University of Oregon students, faculty and staff and the Eugene-Springfield community are invited to a special reception to commemorate the men’s cross country team’s 2008 NCAA national
championship.

The university community will join together to celebrate this tremendous achievement. It is Oregon’s second consecutive national championship in cross country; last year’s national title was the first for Oregon in 30 years. Free food and drinks will be served, and the first 300 fans to attend will receive a free Nike national championship T-shirt.

Members of the 2008 national champions and women’s NCAA runner-ups will be on hand, as will Associate Athletic Director Vin Lananna. A small program will follow brief highlights of the national championship competition that was held on November 24.

Location: Ballroom at the Erb Memorial Union, 1228 University of Oregon, Eugene

Tue - Jan 20
5:30 PM
  Relaxation Training

Learn the basic relaxation techniques that can help you release pain, tension and stress. Class is designed to allow you to independently practice these techniques and explore their benefits. Call 736-4444 for more information and to register. Fee: $20

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Sat - Jan 24
1:00 PM
  David Helfand / Celtic Harpist

Enjoy a relaxing concert of original and traditional Celtic music performed by Eugene musician David Helfand. No admission will be charged.

Helfand is known for his original compositions which draw from the musical traditions of many different cultures. He has performed widely on Celtic harp, mandocello, guitar, keyboards, and percussion. Since 1997, Helfand has recorded and released six solo CDs.

For more information, please call 726-3766.

Location: Springfield Public Library Meeting Room, 225 5th Street

Mon - Jan 26
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Simple Thai Cooking

Enjoy delicious Thai food samples, including entrees, side dishes and an array of variations to get your creative juices flowing while learning simple Thai recipes. This class is taught by Saman Harnsongkram, Saturday Market Bangkok Grill owner. Call 736-4444 for more information and to register. No class 1/19.  Fee: $30/3 weeks

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Tue - Jan 27
5:30 PM
  Relaxation Training

Learn the basic relaxation techniques that can help you release pain, tension and stress. Class is designed to allow you to independently practice these techniques and explore their benefits. Call 736-4444 for more information and to register. Fee: $20

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Thu - Jan 29
1:30 PM
  Don’t Fear the Bear Market

Review four of the most concerning short-term issues in today’s economy, including the housing crisis, recession trends, and inflation expectations with a financial advisor from Edward Jones. Discussion will include what to do with your investments.  Please call 736-4444 for more information.  Free

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Sat - Jan 31
2:00 PM
  West Winds Flute Choir’s Concert for Children

Children will enjoy and learn about different flutes, including bass flutes, alto flutes, and piccolos. All ages are welcome.

Location: Springfield Public Library Meeting Room, 225 5th Street

Mon - Feb 02
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Simple Thai Cooking

Enjoy delicious Thai food samples, including entrees, side dishes and an array of variations to get your creative juices flowing while learning simple Thai recipes. This class is taught by Saman Harnsongkram, Saturday Market Bangkok Grill owner. Call 736-4444 for more information and to register. No class 1/19.  Fee: $30/3 weeks

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Tue - Feb 03
5:30 PM
  Relaxation Training

Learn the basic relaxation techniques that can help you release pain, tension and stress. Class is designed to allow you to independently practice these techniques and explore their benefits. Call 736-4444 for more information and to register. Fee: $20

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Sat - Feb 07 -- Sun - Feb 08
  Slavic Festival

For more information: www.slavichome.org

Location: Lane County Fairgrounds, 796 W. 13th Avenue, Eugene

Tue - Feb 10
5:30 PM
  Relaxation Training

Learn the basic relaxation techniques that can help you release pain, tension and stress. Class is designed to allow you to independently practice these techniques and explore their benefits. Call 736-4444 for more information and to register. Fee: $20

Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C Street

Tue - Feb 17
7:00 PM
  Oregon 1859: A Snapshot in Time

A celebration of Oregon’s 150 th birthday as seen through the photographer’s lens in a lively presentation by writer & historian Janice Marschner.

Location: Springfield Public Library Meeting Room, 225 5th Street