Welcome to 2025! Fancy going for a run? There are several running groups that meet regularly throughout the week, like the Drew Brew Crew which follows up runs with community building at Bier Stein. Downtown Eugene comes alive with the monthly First Friday ArtWalk, featuring an Artist Marketplace and performances by indie pop fusion band Amor Fati. There is always live music on Friday nights at Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge, and this week the performers are Linda Kanter and Jerry Rempel, or catch the David Morgenroth Trio exploring iconic jazz composers at The Jazz Station. What will you do?
January 2
BINGO for CASA | Challenge your friends to some friendly competition, and support a great cause. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go to CASA of Lane County, helping to provide vital advocacy for children in foster care. Whether you’re a seasoned bingo pro or just looking for a fun night out, everyone is welcome to join in! Bring your friends and family for a great time, and help make a difference in the lives of foster children in need. Twisted Duck Pub, casa-lane.org
January 2
Drew Brew Crew Running Group | The Drew Brew Crew is a running group that focuses on speed workouts. The group meets at various locations in Eugene (track, trails, and hills) for 3-mile intervals to build speed. Location and workouts will be sent out through communications (Instagram, Strava, and email) on Wednesdays by noon. There is also an option to jog or walk with group members instead of the workout. The goal of the group is that runners of all levels have a place to run, jog, or walk with a crew. After the workout, the running group heads to The Bier Stein for food and beverages while hanging out together and enjoying each others’ company. drew.brew.crew
January 3
Eugene’s First Friday ArtWalk | Start your self-guided tour at the Farmers Market Pavilion (85 E 8th Ave), where you can pick up your ArtWalk Guide and shop the Artist Marketplace before exploring the many galleries and arts venues of downtown Eugene from 5:30-8:00pm. The monthly First Friday ArtWalk is presented by Lane Arts Council and is always free. Kick off the new year with Amor Fati, featuring singer-songwriter Lee Takasugi and guitarist Cris Cordero. Fronted by Lee, formerly of the LA-based band Visiting Violette, Amor Fati’s eclectic sound blends indie pop, rock and jazz, described as what happens when “Feist meets the Pretenders, shares a cab with Tori Amos, and has tea with Nina Simone.” Catch Amor Fati’s solo set from 6:30-8:30 pm. Downtown Eugene, lanearts.org
January 3
Linda Kanter & Jerry Rempel | Friday nights at Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge means great live music and a perfect dinner night out with friends, family, or a special date! Explore the complete lineup of gifted musicians on the Lounge’s online calendar. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge, heartoforegonwine.com
January 3
David Morgenroth | Portland jazz stalwarts Dave Averre and Brian Healey team up with Eugene’s own David Morgenroth to explore the music of iconic composers such as Porter, Cahn, Mingus, Wheeler, and more. Bill Donaldson of “Jazz News” praises Morgenroth’s artistry, noting that he “embodies a style shaped by intelligence, clarity of conception, and an elegance that shimmers.” Donaldson also highlights his “abundance of invention and originality of sound.” The Jazz Station, thejazzstation.org
January 3
Free First Fridays | The Museum of Natural and Cultural History offers free admission on the first Friday of the month. Investigate Oregon’s amazing fossils and ecosystems, and delve into its cultural history—from the First Americans at Paisley Caves to the dynamic cultures of today’s Tribes. Tickets should be reserved in advance. Museum of Natural and Cultural History, uoregon.edu/visit
January 3 & 4
Themed Wine Tastings at Sundance Wine Cellars | Sundance Wine Cellars’ free themed wine tastings highlight various wine regions on Fridays, and on Saturdays, they host local and regional wineries. Apart from the weekends, their tasting bar is always open and has free samples of their featured wines. Sundance Wine Cellars has Oregon’s largest selection of wine and is one of the oldest wine retailers in the Willamette Valley. Since 1983, Sundance Wine Cellars has provided an unparalleled selection of wine from Oregon, the Pacific Northwest and around the world. Sundance Wine Cellars, orwines.com
January 4
Music at the Grange | Long Distance Bluegrass Band revolves around traditional bluegrass. While this is the foundation for their musical exploration, they also take some forays into progressive areas of sound. Long Distance Bluegrass Band will have a little something for everyone. Show time 5:30 pm. Suggested donation of $10 per person for admission. Donations support the Elmira Grange and local musicians. Elmira Grange, facebook.com/events
January 6
Free Guided Hult Center Tour | Come explore the Hult Center on the first Monday of each month from 11 a.m. to noon with a free guided tour! Discover the building’s rich history, public art, and enjoy a backstage glimpse. While the tour is free, tickets are required and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to reserve your tickets online ahead of time! Hult Center, hultcenter.org
Through January 25
Adam Grosowsky: New Work – Faces, Landscapes, and Nudes | Karin Clarke Gallery presents Eugene figurative painter Adam Grosowsky’s new work, an outstanding series of oil paintings on canvas. Most are on a grand scale, with some smaller formats also included. Karin Clarke Gallery, karinclarkegallery.com
Through February 2
Calvin and Hobbes | Selections of original art and strips of Bill Watterson’s Calvin and Hobbes, 1985-1995. All original art is from the Bill Watterson Deposit Collection, The Ohio State University Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, jsma.uoregon.edu
