Weekend spotlights
■ If you’re looking to get your green thumb to work, check out the FOOD for Lane County Youth Farm Plant Sale on Saturday, April 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 705 Flamingo Ave. in Springfield. There will be a selection of garden starts with veggies, herbs, and flowers. Credit and debit cards are accepted payments. The nonprofit also accepts SNAP/ Oregon Trail Card/ EBT for edible starts purchases and they match up to half, thanks to the Double Up Foods Program.
■ For those who like to mix history and beer, the Axe & Fiddle at 657 E Main St. on Tuesday, April 8 will host the monthly History Pub from 5-6:30 p.m. The speaker is Karen Rainsong, the executive director of Singing Creek Educational Center. She will be talking about the Applegate family of Yoncalla and their relationship with the Kalapuya people of the area. Chief Halo of the Kalapuya tribe and Jesse Applegate were friends and the friendship continues to this day between descendants, Rainsong said. Inviting folks to hear more about this unique friendship. Bonus: There will also be a trivia game and a 50/50 raffle.
■ Meanwhile, in Creswell, the Chamber is gearing up for its annual Community Wide Yard Sale on Mother’s Day weekend – May 8-11. The Chamber boasts that there will be nearly 100 unique yard sales to browse. The registration deadline is April 21, Creswellians! Sign up at tinyurl.com/25CreswellYardSale. You can also count on the map in the May 8 edition of The Chronicle.
– Chronicle staff report
THURSDAY, APRIL 3
■ Heart Walk & Talk, 3:30-4:30 p.m., 3333 Riverbend Dr., Springfield. Learn from heart health experts while walking along scenic paths. Meet at the path near the arches with quotes near the Emergency Department.
Family Literacy Night, 5-6:30 p.m., Maple Elementary, 2109 J St., Springfield. Free activities, spaghetti dinner, connect with other families.
■ Family Literacy Night, 5-6:30 p.m., Maple Elementary, 2109 J St., Springfield. Free activities, spaghetti dinner, connect with other families.
FRIDAY, APRIL 4
■ Storytime with Bobber the Water Safety Dog, 11:30 a.m., Cottage Grove Public Library, 700 E. Gibbs Ave.
SATURDAY, APRIL 5
■ FFLC Plant Sale, 10 a.m., Food For Lane County Youth Farm, 3041 Grouse St., Springfield. The selection of the garden starts with veggies, herbs, and flowers. Learn more: bit.ly/49NUXty.
■ Springfield Arts and Culture Awards Nominee Cocktail Party, 4:30-6 p.m., Emerald Arts Center, 500 Main St.
■ Second Annual SHS Fundraiser Auction, 5 p.m., Springfield Moose Lodge 1726, 2011 Laura St. Springfield High School Booster Club auction. Tickets: fundraiser.support/millersauction.
■ Family Relief Nursery Spring Gala, 5 p.m., Cottage Grove Armory, 628 E. Washington Ave. Tickets: frncg.org.
■ Springfield Arts and Culture Awards, 6:30 p.m., Richard E. Wildish Community Theater, 630 Main St. Featuring artist Calvin Orlando Smith. $30 adults, $20 for seniors, and $15 students and artists.
MONDAY, APRIL 7
■ Aquatics Hiring Event, 4-6 p.m., Willamalane Park Swim Center, 1276 G St. Bring a towel and swimsuit.
TUESDAY, APRIL 8
■ Trips Showcase, 3-4 p.m., Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 W. C St., Springfield. Food, door prizes, drinks, learn about trips ahead this season. Free. More info: willamalane.org/trips.
■ History Pub: The Applegates and the Kalapuyans, 5-6:30 p.m., Axe and Fiddle Pub, 657 E. Main St., Cottage Grove. Discussion on the Applegate family and their relationship with the Kalapuya people.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9
■ Poetry & Short Writings Open Mic Night, 5:30-7 p.m., Cottage Grove Public Library, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. Be a part of the writer’s lineup. Email Rod Williams at [email protected].
THURSDAY, APRIL 10
■ Adulting 101, 6-7:30 p.m., Bob Keefer Center, 250 S. 32nd St. Learn skills for financial independence. Free. Youth 14 and older.
FRIDAY, APRIL 11
■ Free Emergency Preparedness Workshop for youth, 3-5 p.m., Cottage Grove Library, 700 E. Gibbs. Join Lane County 4-H. Free. Make “Emergency Go Bag” for grades K-12. Register: beav.es/Nip.
■ Bass N’ Reeds performance, 5 p.m., Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 W. C St. Take advantage of the shuttle service between the Adult Center and downtown Springfield for more art displays. Free.
■ Second Friday Art Walk, 5-7:30 p.m., Emerald Art Center, 500 Main St. and through out downtown Springfield.
SATURDAY, APRIL 12
■ Spring Education and Adoption Event, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Mckenzie Feed and Pet Supplies, 4441 Main St., Springfield. The Little Critter Crew will have adoptable critters, free care guides and educational material, and free pet nail trims.
■ Community Easter Egg Hunt, 2 p.m., Creswell Church of Christ, 380 Kings Row. Ages up to 11 years old. Bring your egg basket/sack. Sacks will be provided if needed.
■ Easter Egg Hunt at Middlefield Oaks Senior Living, 2-4 p.m., 1500 Village Dr., Cottage Grove. RSVP by April 10 to [email protected].
■ Overcome Benefit Concert, 7-9:30 p.m., Richard E. Wildish Theater, 630 Main St. All That! Dance Company presents “Overcome” –themes of hope, love, and community. Proceeds benefit Kind Tree.
THURSDAY, APRIL 17
■ Cottage Grove Business After Hours, 5:30-7 p.m., Coast Fork Public Market, 926 E. Main St.
SATURDAY, APRIL 19
■ Megga Egg Hunt, 9 a.m.-noon, Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd. For all ages and abilities. Free activities such as crafts, balloon animals, face painting, train rides, a photo booth, music, and exhibitors are open to everyone without a ticket. Tickets: Willamalane.org.
■ Donuts & Drop-Off Can and Bottle Drive, 9 a.m., Centennial Elementary, 1315 Aspen St., Springfield.
■ Composting Workshops, 10 a.m.- noon, BRING, 4446 Franklin Blvd. Free.
■ Easter Egg Hunt, 10 a.m.-noon, The Rawlin at Riverbend Memory Care, 3491 Gamefarm Rd., Springfield. Festive Easter Egg Hunt and brunch-style buffet with treats and prizes! Proceeds benefit The Walk to End Alzheimer’s. All ages. Easter Bunny. $5 for adults, $3 for children 12 and under.
■ Storytime with Sara Behrman, 11:30 a.m., Cottage Grove Public Library, 700 E. Gibbs Ave. Free seahorse storytime with The Sea Hides a Seahorse author, Sara T. Behrman. More info: 541- 942-3828.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22
■ Science on Tap, 5-7 p.m., Axe and Fiddle, 657 E. Main St., Cottage Grove. More information at axeandfiddle.com.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
■ Volunteer Opportunity for Eugene 5k, 7:45-9:15 a.m., Hayward Field. Springfield Ronald McDonald House is a partner of the Eugene Marathon 5K.
■ Creswell Arbor Day Celebration, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Garden Lake Park. Vendors, free hot dogs, veggie dogs, face painting, and more.
■ Pages and Purrs Adoption Event, 1-3:30 p.m., Fern Ridge Public Library, 88026 Territorial Rd., Veneta. Children activities. Variety of rescue cats to meet.
■ Disco Night Skate Party, 6-8 p.m., Bob Keefer Center, 250 S. 32nd St., Springfield. Registration is not required. $8 in-district/$11 out-of-district. More info: willamalane.org/skate.
MONDAY, APRIL 28
■ Willow Workshop, 1-4 p.m., Center for Rural Livelihoods, 80574 Hazelton Rd., Cottage Grove. The Center for Rural Livelihoods is teaming up with the Willow Conservancy.
WED., APRIL 30
■ Native American Cultural Presentation with Deitrich Peters of the Grand Ronde Tribe, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Eugene Public Library, 100 W. 10th Ave. Free. Seating limited; arrive 10 minutes early.
■ Chamber Open House, 5-7 p.m., Springfield Chamber, 101 S. A St.
