Got 2 see: An all-human spectacle
Flynn Creek Circus, a rurally-based, circus-theater company, is bringing its talents to Cottage Grove in October. Its theme, “‘Balloons, Birds and Other Flying Things’ is created, directed and choreographed by Blaze Birge and the circus cast.The circus will feature original, live music from legendary rock stars, Eric McFadden and Kate Vargas.
According to the production, “A father gives a balloon to his daughter and instills a lasting memory that follows her throughout their life journey together.
“The 2022 season show is a series of real memories submitted by its audience and interpreted in wild acrobatics, comedy and awe-inspiring stunts.
“Deeply personal vignettes string together a larger story about the illusive, fleeting nature of time and how it transforms, defines and inspires us. Internationally award winning talents from around the globe come together in this star-studded cast of creators.”
IFYOUGO2:
WHAT: Flynn Creek Circus
WHEN: Friday, Oct. 7 at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (7pm is adults 21+ only); and Sunday, Oct. 9 at noon and 3 p.m.
WHERE: Bohemia Park, 10th and Main St. in Cottage Grove.
TICKETS: flynncreekcircus.com
THINGS 2 DO
…IN SPRINGFIELD
THURSDAY, SEPT. 22
■Greeters Professional Networking, via zoom, 7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Join your fellow Chamber members for an energizing gathering of camaraderie, fun and relationship building. Email [email protected] for link.
■ Dr. Patrick Moore town hall on “The Climate Change Crisis: What Should We Do?,” 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Springfield High School Auditorium, 875 7th St. Free.
■ Lecture: Anxiety and Depression Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment, 1 – 2 p.m. at Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 W. C St. Presented by Chris Eilers, older adult behavioral health specialist. Advance registration required. Free.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 22 – SEPT. 24
■ Time Travelers Fall at the Antique Mall, 2020 Main St. Shop for vintage and retro decor for your home this season. Several booths will be having a sale.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 23
■ Cascade Chorus 75th+1 Past Members Reunion, 6 – 9 p.m., Springfield Moose Lodge, 2011 Laura St. Past and present members of the Cascade Chorus are invited for an evening of fun, fellowship and singing to celebrate 75+1 years of harmony.
■ A Quilt for Every Occasion Quilt Show, noon at Springfield Lutheran Church, 1542 I St.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 23 – SATURDAY, SEPT. 24
■ Star Route Barn Market, 4 – 8 p.m. on Friday, and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, 37342 Parsons Creek Road. Admission: $10 Friday; $5 Saturday.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 24
■ Springfield Police Open House, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Springfield Justice Center, 230 4th St.
■ Community Mabon Celebration, noon – 4 p.m. at Day Island park, 176 W. B St. Mabon is the second harvest of mid autumn fruits and vegetables when day and night are equal.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 24
SEPT. 25
■ 64th annual Rock and Mineral Show, 10 a.m. Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 W. C St.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 25
■ SAVE the BEE 5k Run/Walk. Join the Springfield Chamber’s 6th annual Save the Bee 5k run/walk, Fern Ridge Reservoir, 10 a.m. – noon. Proceeds from this event support local programs that help honey bees and humans thrive. Dog- and stroller-friendly course. Prizes for the top runners and best bee costumes.
■ Run with the Cops, 1 p.m. at Dorris Ranch, 205 Dorris St. A fundraiser for the Eugene-Springfield Special Olympics. $30 Registration. Free for kids under 10 years old. To register: Tinyurl.com/Run-with-cops
■ The Dorian May Duo live at Iris Vineyards, 322 Main St., 2 – 5 p.m.
MONDAY, SEPT. 26
■ Oregon Friendly Driver Class, 6 – 7 p.m. at Springfield Public Library. Learn ways to share the road with people walking and biking.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28
■ Springfield Public Library Foundation fundraiser, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., Plank Town Brewing Co., 346 Main St.
…. IN CRESWELL
THURSDAY, SEPT. 22
■ Art with Holly, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m., Creswell Library, 64 W. Oregon Ave. Holly is a local artist who generously hosts art lessons for kids. Each month there will be a different activity and Holly will lead it one step at a time.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 24
■ Knitting Club, 11 a.m., Creswell Library, 64 W. Oregon Ave.
■ Coffee with a Cop, 10 a.m. at Blue Valley Bistro.
■ Market Day at Creswell Grange, 274 W. Oregon Ave., 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Local artisans and vendors.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 27
■ Yoga with Lisa Linnell-Olsen, 6:45 p.m. at the Creswell Grange, 274 W. Oregon Ave
■ Book club, 11 a.m., Creswell Library, 64 W. Oregon Ave.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 30
■ Teen Game Night, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., Creswell Library, 64 W. Oregon Ave.
…IN COTTAGE GROVE
FRIDAY, SEPT. 23
■ Parents’ Night Out by 6th and Gibbs Church, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., 195 N. 6th St. Need a date night? Drop off kids (grades Pre-K through 6th grade) to play games, sing songs, eat snacks, make a craft and watch a movie. Register: https://tinyurl.com/Parents-Night
SATURDAY, SEPT. 24
■ The Ferenjis, 6:30 p.m., Coast Fork Brewing and Feed Store, 106 S. 6th St.
– Oktoberfest, 3 p.m. at Covered Bridge Brewing.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 25
■ Celtic Jam Night, 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Coast Fork Brewing and Feed Store
THURSDAY, SEPT. 29
■ “Walk Out the Door” book launch, 6 p.m. at Kalapuya Books, 637 E. Main St. Co-authors, Pearl Wolfe and Evelyn Anderton, domestic activists, will be giving a reading from their powerful new book, “Walk Out the Door,” a novel about the deep impact domestic violence makes from one generation to the next.
■ Widespread Haze Live at Axe & Fiddle, 8 p.m., 659 E Main St., No cover fee.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 30
■ Creative Conflict Resolution for Business, 4 p.m. at Covered Bridge Brewing Group.
■ The Huckleberrys, 6:30 p.m. at Coast Fork Brewing and Feed Store.
