WEEKEND SPOTLIGHT
Keep the kids busy this weekend and next with pre-Easter egg hunts in Springfield, Cottage Grove, and Creswell.
■ Middlefield Oaks Senior Living in Cottage Grove is hosting an egg hunt on Saturday, April 12, from 2-4 p.m. at 1500 Village Drive. Bring the kids, grandkids, family, and friends for a fun event filled with hundreds of eggs hidden around the community, carefully placed by residents and staff. To keep the fun fair for all, there will be designated sections and age groups for the hunt.
■ Enjoy a heartwarming tradition, connect with residents, and make lasting memories. RSVP by April 10 with email at [email protected].
■ The Creswell Church of Christ at 380 Kings Row is also hosting a community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 12, from 2-4 p.m., in the front lawn of the church. Everyone is welcome. The hunt will be for kids ages up to 11 years old. Don’t forget a basket or sack.
■ Springfield is organizing its biggest annual Megga Egg Hunt at Lively Park from 9 a.m.-noon the following weekend, on April 19. There are five hunt options available, with fun and games for all ages and abilities. All egg hunters need to buy tickets in advance. Tickets are available until April 18 and are not sold on-site. Tickets are $6 in-district, $9 out-of-district. Expect free activities, such as crafts, balloon animals, face painting, train rides, a photo booth, music, and exhibitors, are open to everyone without a ticket. The Chronicle is a proud sponsor of the Megga Egg Hunt.
– Ashlin Sanderson
THURSDAY, APRIL 10
■Massage Technique Training Workshop, 5-7 p.m., Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 820 S. 10th St. Hosted by SDA Women’s Ministries, the workshop is designed to teach women different massage techniques on the hands, forearms and neck. Fee: $5 at the door covers meal, class, and handouts. To register call: 541-401-2521
■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
■Kids’ Tech Time, 1:30 p.m., Springfield Public Library, 225 5th St. A fun hour of exploring tech with Dash and Dot robots, Ozobots, Snap Circuits, and more. Held in the Library Meeting Room. This event is free and open to the public.
■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.
■CGHS Lion Pride Pageant, 7-9 p.m., Cafetorium, 1375 S. River Rd. Annual fundraiser for the Children’s Miracle Network supporting Riverbend Hospital’s NeoNatal Intensive Care Unit. Enjoy a fun evening of music, skits and a celebration for the competing teams that culminates in a crowning ceremony.
SATURDAY, APRIL 12
■April Bird Walk, 8 a.m., Row River Nature Park (East Regional Park). The first half of this walk is paved, making it great for individuals with mobility issues to participate. Designated parking near the weigh station. Wheelchair parking in front of the Water Treatment Plant. No restrooms at Row River Nature Park. Please contact Grace Fowler-Gore at 817-975-4936 or [email protected] with questions.
■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.
■Women’s Self-Defense Seminar, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 802 E. Main St., Cottage Grove. Learn to defend yourself. Only $10. Drop-ins are welcome.
■Black Forest Grand Opening Celebration, 11 a.m., 149 5th St., Springfield. Enjoy discounted flash sales for the day, as well as an open house so you can meet the artists. Everyone who gets tattooed and or books a new tattoo by putting a deposit down will stand a chance at receiving a gift certificate from one of the resident artists.
■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.
SUNDAY, APRIL 13
■Re-Imagine Earth Day, 2-6 p.m., Farmers Market Pavilion, 85 E. 8th Ave., Eugene. A celebration designed to empower individuals and communities to live more sustainably.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
■Mending Lives Affected by Abortion, 7 p.m., St. Paul Church Parish Center, 1201 Satre St., Eugene. Lori Eckstine and Delores Donis will present the work of Project Aurora, an outreach in western Oregon serving men and women with abortion-related trauma or grief.
THURSDAY, APRIL 17
■Cottage Grove Business After Hours, 5:30-7 p.m., Coast Fork Public Market, 926 E. Main St.
■Opal Center Trashion Show Opening Night, 7:30 p.m., 513 E. Main St., Cottage Grove. All tickets are $20 and available at opalcentercg.org. Tickets will go fast – order online now. The show dates include April 17-19 and 24-26.
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. Give cans and bottles and get a donut.
