Category: Event

Canned Food Drive – Food For Lane County

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Saturday, February 13 from 12:00 – 4:00 pm

Since the beginning of the pandemic, millions of Americans worry about nearly empty refrigerators and barren cupboards for their children and themselves. In Lane County, the need for food security has greatly increased and those people without jobs and folks affected by the Holiday Farm Fire depend more on food pantries.

Please help by donating canned food –
Peanut butter, tuna, canned stews, soup and chili are among the most needed foods.

Curbside drop off –Volunteers will be wearing masks, and we ask you to remain in your vehicle to help provide social distancing. Please pop the trunk or open the backseat door while we take your donation.

Donate funds:  foodforlanecounty.org/donate/donate-funds/ 

Drop Off Sites: 
Sunset Hills Cemetery – 4810 Willamette Street, Eugene 
February 13th from 12:00 – 4:00pm

Wayne Morse Family Farm – 595 Crest Drive, Eugene
February 13th from 12:00 – 4:00pm

Please Donate Blood 

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There is no better time to make a donation and impact someone’s life? That “someone” could be a loved one or friend. It’s the time of year when local blood supplies are dipping due to high patient demand. Don’t wait until a person close to you needs blood, act now by giving at a Pop-Up Donor Center near you.

All donations are by appointment only, please remember your mask. The one hour donation appointment is a safe and essential action to support local hospitals and patients. The pop-up centers are being conducted in accordance with social distancing guidelines. No walk-ins, guests, or people under age 16 are permitted onsite. All donors are required to wear masks during their appointment. Bloodworks has posted information addressing questions and concerns for blood donors at bloodworksnw.org/coronavirus.

Pop-Up Donor Center @ Eugene Friends Church
3495 West 18th Ave, Eugene
January 21 – 22:  9:00am – 3:00pm

Pop-Up Donor Center @ Eugene Faith Center
1410 W. 13th Ave, Eugene
January 25 – 26:  9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Link to Book Appointment: 

https://dslnk.co/Zone13Bloodworks

Adams Elementary Winter Warmth Wishlist (donation drive for local families)

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Dear neighbors, 

I’m writing from the Adams Community Group (PTA) at Adams Elementary. 2020 has been such a tough year, and we’re seeing more need among our school community than ever before. In response, we’ve organized a Winter Warmth Wishlist in order to provide extra warmth to Adams families. We thought our neighbors in the Southwest Hills might like to help out by donating NEW winter coats, hats, gloves, warm clothing, books, and gifts to families in our neighborhood. 

The wishlist can be found here: https://signup.com/go/riMTYgZ

For more information about our Winter Warmth program, please check out our website: https://www.adamscommunitygroup.com/winter-warmth

Donations can be shipped directly to Adams Elementary (950 W 22nd Ave, Eugene, OR 97405) and should be scheduled to arrive by December 15. If you’re shopping locally (which we wholeheartedly endorse!), please email adamseugenepta@gmail.com to arrange for a contactless pickup. We’ll be making pickups on 12/16-18.

Thank you for your donations!

Neighborhood Fire Prevention Forum

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Neighbors:

As wildfires continue to endanger homes throughout the west, this forum on Thursday evening is of special interest. Two speakers from the Eugene-Springfield Fire Department, and Tim Ingalsbee, a fire expert at the UO, will discuss the risks of fire in our wooded urban environment, and what we can do to reduce the hazard. This forum was initiated by the Friendly Area Neighbors and is supported by the Neighborhood Leaders Council for the benefit of neighbors citywide.

The event will run from (Thursday, October 29th) 7:00 – 9:00 PM

See the event flyer with more details on the speakers and topics.

To join, use this Zoom link:
https://zoom.us/j/95270046916

Lane County is in need of Blood Donations

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Bloodworks NW provides 100% of the blood it collects to Lane County. Due to COVID-19, we have had to suspend all of our mobile drives (which makes up 60% of our blood collections). While we have established Pop-Up Donor Centers, we are not seeing the recovery of the 60% loss in blood collection. Additionally, hospital usage has increased by 20% during this time. 

As our community embarks into the fall season, what the future holds is still unknown. The effects of the pandemic are still unfolding and our local hospitals are addressing many of our community’s needs – including the need for blood – during this busy season. Bloodworks is helping to meet the need by continuing to hold Pop-Up Donor Centers around our region through the end of the year. Help us maintain the health and stability of the local blood supply.

Every donation makes our community stronger, including those who need it most. Below are exciting Pop-Up Donor Centers in your area, where you can book your next appointment. Or, you can visit the Eugene Donor Center if that’s more convenient for you. 

Book your donation now! 

Pop-Up Donor Center @ Hult Center. Book here.
October 14-15

Pop-Up Donor Center  @ First Baptist Church Eugene.Book here.
October 12-13

If you can please donate blood, your community needs you. Thank you!

Educational webinar about Lane County Ballot and Levy Measures

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In November, voters will be asked to weigh in on four state ballot measures. Residents of several cities in Lane County will also be asked to approve 10 issues, primarily bond and levy measures. To help voters better understand these measures, the League of Women Voters of Lane County will hold a webinar on Sunday, October 11 at 2:00pm to impartially discuss them. 

For a preview of the measures go here

Register for the Webinar here

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Electrical Vehicle Virtual Event

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Southwest Hills Neighborhood Association is hosting an

Electrical Vehicle Virtual Event

Join our Event about the Benefits of Electrical Vehicles with Video of Local EV Owners and Panel Discussion plus Q & A on Wednesday, September 2nd, at 7:00 PM

To receive a Zoom invite link  to the virtual event please e-mail
Fred Mallery:  flmalery@efn.org

Please Join the SHiNA Newsletter Mailing List at http://eepurl.com/dJtNCE

Fill Out the U.S. 2020 Census Before the September 30th Deadline
Help Shape Our Future, Your Answers Matter & Impact the Community’s Funding
Respond at: https://2020census.gov  (It Takes a Few Minutes & is Anonymous)

Register to Vote with Your Current Address for the 2020 Election
Vote Early so You’re Ballot is Counted Before the November 3rd, 8:00 PM Deadline
Use An Official Dropbox Location in Eugene If You’re Concerned About Mail Delivery Delays. Register to Vote at: https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/Pages/registration.aspx?lang=en

 

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The Eugene Public Library is giving away books

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The Eugene Public Library is on their way to a different meal site each day to give out free Summer Reading books for kids and teens!

This week, we’ll see you from 11:00am – 12:00pm at:
– Malabon Elementary School on Mon. 7/13
– Danebo Elementary School on Tues. 7/14
– Maplewood Meadows Complex on Wed. 7/15
– Fourteen Pines Complex on Thurs. 7/16
– Abbie Lane Courts on Fri. 7/17
FOOD For Lane County summer meals for youth are Mon – Fri, 11:00am – 12:00pm through August. See all locations and more info below.
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Summer Art Kits for Lane County Students

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SUMMER ART KITS FOR LANE COUNTY STUDENTS

Lane County students can stay creative all summer long with Lane Arts Council’s new Summer Art Kits!
Join local artists for 40 hands-on tutorials in the visual and performing arts, with all materials conveniently mailed to your door.
Summer Art Kits are perfect for K-5 learners and for middle school students with an interest in the arts.
Lessons Include
  • Scientific Observational Drawing
  • Improvisational Hip Hop Dance
  • Sock Puppetry
  • Introduction to Guinean Rhythms
  • Natural Dyes & Tie Dye
  • Theatre Games
  • Watercolor Exploration
  • Songwriting
  • Draw & Paint Big!
  • Paper Bag Possibilities
Purchasing a Lane Arts Council Summer Art Kit ensures a summer full of art-making while supporting local artists!
For $145 you will receive:
  • All materials needed for your student to complete 40 art lessons
  • Paper and/or video instructional guides for each lesson
  • Shipping of the art kit directly to your address
  • Hours of fun and creativity for your student!

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Help us provide free and reduced-cost Summer Art Kits for families in need! Donate today to directly increase the number of students we are able to serve. Thank you!

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