Things to do…
…For Veterans Day
Veterans Day is tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 11, and there are a variety of ways to honor your local veterans this year …
Springfield
■ Free Community Breakfast, 8 – 10 a.m., Springfield Lutheran Church, 1542 I St. Join in honoring local veterans. Breakfast menu: pancakes, eggs, sausage and beverages. More info: Susan Squire 541-747-9391.
■ Springfield VFW Veterans Day Luncheon, 3 – 6 p.m. at the Post, 5344 Main St. Free lasagna dinner for veterans; $3 for non-veterans.
■ Walterville Grange Spaghetti Feed, 5 – 7 p.m. 39259 Camp Creek Rd. Red, white, and blue is the theme to honor veterans.
Creswell
■ Creswell VFW Veterans Day Ceremony, 11 a.m., between City Hall and Fire Station. Ceremony followed by BBQ at VFW Post, 111 S. 10th St.
■ Flag Retiring Ceremony, 4 p.m., Creswell VFW, 111 S. 10th St.
Cottage Grove
■ Cottage Grove VFW and American Legion Veterans Day Ceremony, 11 a.m., Cottage Grove Armory, 628 E Washington Ave.
■ The Hot Spot Cafe is giving away two free made-to-order donuts to veterans, 819 E. Main St., 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
■ Free Car Wash for Veterans at Sud-N-Shine.
…In Creswell
THURSDAY, NOV. 10
■ Community Holiday Potluck and Open House, 6:30 p.m. at the Crow Grange, 85994 Territorial Hwy. Everyone is asked to bring a side dish, salad or dessert to share. There will be fun activities for the kids, crafts to make and take home, and visits with Santa.
SATURDAY, NOV. 12
■ Knitting Club, 11 a.m., Creswell Library, 64 W. Oregon Ave.
■ Ionian Moon Market Day at the Grange, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., 274 W. Oregon Ave
TUESDAY, NOV. 15
■ Lisa Linnell-Olsen Yoga Class, 6:45 p.m., Creswell Grange, 298 W. Oregon Ave., open to the public. There is a $5 fee for the first time, then $12 thereafter with a monthly pass at a small discount.
■ Meditation class at Creswell Wellness Center, 7:30 – 8:30 a.m., 24 W. Oregon Ave.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 16
■ Creswell Community Singers Choir rehearsal, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Creswell Church of Christ, 380 Kings Row. The choir is inviting people from nearby communities to join its 6th season. More info: creswellcommunitysingers.com.
THURSDAY, NOV. 17
■ Meditation class at Creswell Wellness Center, 6:15 – 7:15 p.m., 24 W. Oregon Ave.
SUNDAY, NOV. 20
■ Creswell Recycling Take Back, 10 a.m. – noon, Creswell Library, 64 W. Oregon Ave.
TUESDAY, NOV. 22
■ Art with Holly, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Creswell Library, 64 W. Oregon Ave.
■ Meditation class at Creswell Wellness Center, 7:30 – 8:30 a.m., 24 W. Oregon Ave.
…In Cottage Grove
FRIDAY, NOV. 11
■ The Blue Mountaineers at Coast Fork Brewing and Feed Store, 6:30 p.m., 106 S. 6th St.
SATURDAY, NOV. 12
■ Elks’ 23rd annual USO Show & Veterans Appreciation Dinner, 3 – 5 p.m., 755 N. River Rd. Dinner is free to all veterans. Non-veterans pay $8/person or $6 with a donation of 2 non-perishable items for Elks Christmas Food Baskets.
■ Sip ‘n Shop Holiday Bazaar, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Stacy’s Covered Bridge, 401 E. Main St.
■ Still Thinking at Coast Fork Brewing and Feed Store, 6 p.m., 106 S. 6th St.
FRIDAY, NOV. 11 – SAT., NOV. 12
■ Friends of Cottage Grove Library Book Sale, Friday 2 – 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 216 South Third St. Books, music and more. Volunteers are needed. More info: [email protected]
TUESDAY, NOV. 15,
■ Jonathan Foster at The Axe & Fiddle, 8 p.m., 657 E. Main St.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 16
■ Senior Center meeting, 1 – 2:30 p.m., 700 Gibbs Ave.
FRIDAY, NOV. 18
■ The Canyoneers at Coast Fork Brewing and Feed Store, 6 p.m., 106 S. 6th St.
■ Parents’ Night Out, 6th and Gibbs Church, 6 – 9 p.m. You are welcome to drop off your kids, Pre-K through 6th grade, off in a safe environment where they will play games, sing songs, eat snacks, make a craft and watch a movie.
FRIDAY, NOV. 18 – SAT., Nov. 19
■ Lovely Ladies Holiday Bazaar Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Shady Oaks Plant and Produce, 77380 Hwy. 99
SUNDAY, NOV. 20
■ Crackin’ Up Comedy Showcase, 7 p.m., Covered Bridge Brewing Group, 926 E. Main St. Advance Tickets $10. Gabe Rutledge as seen on Fox.
…In Springfield
FRIDAY, NOV. 11
■ Springfield Art Walk, 5 – 7:30 p.m., Emerald Art Center, 500 Main St.
SATURDAY, NOV. 12
■ A Free Community Breakfast, 8 – 10 a.m., Springfield Lutheran Church, 1542 I St., Join in honoring local veterans. Breakfast menu: pancakes, eggs, sausage and beverages. More info: Susan Squire 541-747-9391
SUNDAY, NOV. 13
■ Women’s Self Defense Workshop, Superhero Jiu Jitsu 10th Planet Springfield, 2 – 3:30 p.m., $20, 1820 42nd St. Suite B
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 16
■ SPRINGfilm at the Wildish Theater, 6:30 p.m., 630 Main St. Showing The Madness of King George.
■ Willamalane Town Hall: Community Survey Results, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Bob Keefer Center, 250 S. 32nd St. In collaboration with consultant group BerryDunn, Willamalane distributed a community-wide survey this summer and fall. BerryDunn will share the results and key findings
THURSDAY, NOV. 17
■ Tristan und Isolde, Act II at Silva Concert Hall, Hult Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., prices range from $10-$68. Francesco Lecce-Chong, conductor, Nina Warren, Isolde, Roy C. Smith, Tristan. Both returning from Act I in April 2022: L. Boulanger, D’un matin de printemps Wagner, Tristan und Isolde Act II
FRIDAY, NOV. 18 – SAT., NOV. 19
■ Holiday Marketplace, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Bob Keefer Center, 250 S. 32nd St. Event is free. A fun arts and crafts market showcasing local artisans and handcrafted goods.
SATURDAY, NOV. 19
■ Holiday Fair, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Thurston Community Baptist Church, 6364 Main St., Come shop homemade crafts, delicious treats and some of your favorite small companies.
SUNDAY, NOV. 20
■ Willamalane Let’s Roll Skate Party, 1 – 3 p.m., Bob Keefer Center, 250 S 32nd St. $5
Bring your own skates, or rent one of the limited pairs available for $2.
THURSDAY, NOV. 24
■ Willamalane Park and Recreation District’s Thanksgiving Day event. 8:30 a.m., Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd. Celebrate 40 years of running, walking, rolling, and waddling with Willamalane. The flat course loops through a residential neighborhood. Kids 12 and younger are free. Registration is $20 for ages 13 and older.
