The produce is popping and it’s time to start visiting the farmer’s market on a regular basis, especially now that there is a new Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza. Starting this weekend, the Lane County Farmers Market returns to 8th Avenue and Oak Street and moves into its new permanent home.
June 3
Spring Concert – Under the Same Sun
Enjoy an evening of songs celebrating peace, hope, and justice. In Accord is a secular, amateur, community choir that focuses on socially relevant, meaningful, and inspiring songs. They provide a choral voice to support local groups in their efforts to better our community and our world. $10 suggested donation, no one turned away.
Emmaus Lutheran Church
June 3
First Friday ArtWalk
Pick up your ArtWalk guide in East Park St Block (8th and Oak). ArtWalk is always free! Please bring a mask in case certain venues request you to wear it. Special events include #instaballet, dance performances, and music.
Lane Arts
June 4
Steve Prefontaine – Eugene Symphony
As the world track and field championships come to Eugene, the Eugene Symphony honors one of Oregon’s greatest champions, Steve Prefontaine. Before his untimely death in 1975, he set 14 American records in distance running, and legends of his accomplishments still resonate across the world today. Featuring original music by Oregon’s best-known composer, David Schiff, this stirring multi-media project will be enhanced with imagery projected on a screen above the stage and punctuated with spoken accounts of Steve’s life performed by Oregon Contemporary Theatre actors.
Eugene Symphony
June 4
iKonic
Celebrate with dance performances by Kings Krew and Evolve, with special guest dance companies from Eugene/Springfield, who have all been inspired by these iconic artists.
Hult Center of Performing Arts– Soreng Theater
June 4
Lane County Farmers Market
Markets Hours & Locations:
Saturday Farmers Market: April – Dec, Saturdays,
9am – 3pm, 5th Ave between High & Oak
Winter hours: Feb – March, 10am to 2pm
Tuesday Farmers Market: May – Oct, Tuesdays,
10am – 3pm, Park Blocks at 8th & Oak
Both the Saturday and Tuesday Markets will be held at the Farmers Market Plaza at 8th and Oak starting June 4, 2022
June 5
New York Stories: Eugene Opera
If you register by May 27, enjoy this Eugene Opera fundraiser with appetizers, hosted wine and beer, Daron Hagen’s charming short opera “Cradle Song” and tunes from beloved New York composers and songwriters. Plus an early-season announcement about next year’s programming!
Gerlinger Alumni Lounge on the UO Campus
June 5 and June 6
Michael Anderson & microphilharmonic: Schumann & Brahms
Michael Anderson and the micro philharmonic present Robert Schumann’s 1842 Piano Quartet in E flat major, Op. 47 and Johannes Brahms’ 1859 Serenade No. 2 in A Major, Op. 16 arranged for nonet by Andreas Tarkmann. Come early for a pre-show meal. Call 541-434-7000 or look online for menus and to purchase.
Jaqua Concert Hall
The Shedd Institute
Daily through June 5
Rolling World Premiere – “Alabaster” by Audrey Cefaly
Join Oregon Contemporary Theatre for 7:30 pm and 2 pm matinee performances of “Alabaster.” It is also available to stream. After a tornado barrels through an Alabama town causing death and destruction, only June and her pet goats live to tell the tale. Alice, a prominent photographer, visits to document June’s scars — while carrying scars of her own. Both women are forced to reconcile the pain of grief and recovery with what it means to truly be seen.
Oregon Contemporary Theatre
June 5
Dance To Be Free: Student Dance Showcase 2022
Join the classes, companies, and teams from Xcape Dance Academy as they celebrate the end of their dance season and close to their 8th year! Dance To Be Free is a dynamic and high energy showcase featuring dancers ages 3 to adult in the styles of hip hop, tap, jazz, contemporary, theater, and more!
Hult Center
June 5
Bob Dylan: Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour
Bob Dylan’s career has lasted the better part of 50 years now. He has never gotten by on sentimentality or nostalgia. He has never repeated his successes. Dylan has always pushed his work ahead. Tickets are selling quickly so act fast!
Hult Center
June 5
Mountain Rose Herbs’ Sunday Annex Series
Farm-to-Flask Spirits, Herbal Infusions, & Craft Cocktails
Step-by-step instructions on how to create the perfect cocktail at home using herb-infused simple syrups and local craft spirits.
