Spring break is here—celebrate with music, culture, and adventure! Tonight, enjoy live orchestral music with the Riverside Chamber Symphony at the Wildish Theater ($10 suggested donation), or catch Hamilton at the Hult Center. Give back by joining volunteer gardening at Hendricks Park and Owen Rose Garden, or head to the coast for Whale Watch Week and witness these majestic creatures on their migration journey. Happy Spring Lane County!
March 27
Riverside Chamber Symphony Concert | Join the Riverside Chamber Symphony on Thursday, March 27, at 7:30pm at the Wildish Theater in Springfield for an evening of beautiful, live music. Featuring works by Schubert, Faure, Mendelssohn, Elgar, and Kalinnikov. Bring a friend, bring your family, and come enjoy the magic of an orchestra! Doors open at 7pm with suggested donation of $10. Wildish Theatre, riversidechambersymphony.org
March 28
Volunteer Gardening at Owen Rose Garden | Share your passion for roses and gain hands on experience in year-round care of perennial shrubs! Meet by the garage door of the shop at the garden wearing weather appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes. No experience necessary. Depending on the season, help weed, prune and deadhead a variety of roses on Fridays to keep Eugene’s iconic botanical garden looking beautiful. On Wednesdays, help plant their collection of Heritage Roses, along with weeding, mulching, and pruning. Often these rare kind of roses are more disease resistant, have stronger scents and longer blooms than modern rose varieties. Wednesdays and Fridays, 9am – noon. RSVP by contacting the email or phone number provided. [email protected] | eugene-or.gov/calendar.aspx
Through March 28
Capturing the Cosmos Exhibit | Discover how the James Webb Space Telescope’s striking images expand what we know about galaxies, stars, and planets. The Museum of Natural and Cultural History, mnch.uoregon.edu
Through March 29
Selected Paintings from the Estate of Mark Clarke | Karin Clarke Gallery’s new exhibit, Selected Paintings from the Estate of Mark Clarke, draws attention to his wide artistic range by showcasing three different categories of works: a splendid selection of the Oregon landscapes for which he became so well-known, several figurative pieces such as faces and farmers market scenes, and a series of abstract, experimental pieces highlighting his gift for composition. Three striking new metal sculptures by guest artist Jud Turner make a delightful addition to the show. Karin Clarke Gallery, karinclarkegallery.com
Through March 30
Spring Whale Watching | It’s Whale Watch Week along the Oregon Coast! In spring approximately 20,000 gray whales travel north to the cold waters of Alaska. Late March through June is the peak of the spring whale migration past Oregon. Spot gray whales and partake in whale watch counts along the Oregon Coast. Talk to knowledgeable volunteers at the Yachats State Recreation Area, Cape Perpetua and Heceta Head Lighthouse all week long from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Whales are an awesome sight to behold. Spring Whale Watch Week is part of the “Whale Watching Spoken Here” by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. 10-4pm, stateparks.oregon.gov
Through April 5
Hamilton at Hult Center | Hamilton is the groundbreaking musical that follows the story of Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton. Follow Hamilton’s journey as he attempts to shape his legacy and the course of a young nation. This once in a generation extravaganza features a variety of musical genres, including jazz, hip-hop, R&B and Broadway showtunes. Winner of 11 Tony Awards, a Grammy and a Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this acclaimed musical has something for all ages. Hult Center, hultcenter.org/events/hamilton-2425/#book
Through April 6
9th Annual March Madness IPA Blind Taste-Off Bracket Challenge | Each year, the teams at beergarden and PublicHouse duke it out to see who drafted the best IPA. This year’s event will feature 2 categories of IPAs: West Coast and Hazy. The Beer Teams choose the beers. Your vote decides the favorite. The 3 week event features 2 blind flights of four, 1 flight at beergarden and 1 at PublicHouse, comprising the Sweet 8 IPAs. Each flight will have 2 West Coast styles and 2 Hazy styles. You’ll have two weeks to taste both flights and cast your vote for the tastiest brews in a blind taste off from March 18th- March 30th. The Final 4 will take place March 31st thru April 6th. beergardenme.com / publichousehub.com
Through April 13
Kitchen Table Talk at Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art | Presented as part of artist Steve Prince’s multi-visit residency with his partner and collaborator Leah Glenn, Kitchen Table Talk presents a selection of drawings, prints, and installation that reflect on the conversations that occur around the kitchen table. Steve Prince is a New Orleans-born mixed-media artist currently based in Williamsburg, Virginia. Equal parts artist and educator, his practice is defined by a deep commitment to art’s ability to engage, build, and connect with communities, while also engaging themes of social justice, reconciliation, and healing. 5 for adults; $3 for seniors; free for 18 and under, UO students, UO faculty/staff. Wednesday-Sunday, 11- 5pm. Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, jsma.uoregon.edu/art/exhibition/kitchen-table-talk
Through April 27
2025 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival | From hot air balloons, wine tastings, and our specialty gift shop to our food & craft market, children’s play area, and endless photo opportunities. Not to mention: 40 acres of 100 varieties of tulips and our 4 acre Wooden Shoe Gardens. woodenshoe.com
