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[VIDEO] Can you describe Eugene? Vol. 2

MyEugene presents the second video in its series: Can you describe Eugene? Thanks to our summer University of Oregon intern and recent graduate, Alex Strack, for producing this fun piece! For those of you who missed Volume 1 in July 2009, visit our YouTube page here.

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Eugene-based Hyperlocavore provides FREE network for neighbors nationwide to share yards and gardening experience

Now Yard-sharing Groups are Sprouting All Around Eugene The days of letting your garden deteriorate into a weed-filled disaster may now be over. While many people may lack the time necessary to maintain a full garden, the act of gardening doesn’t have to be a dreaded, labor-intensive and, often, lonely activity anymore. Today we have [...]

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Beat the heat and stay cool at Eugene’s libraries, community centers, and pools

The City of Eugene invites you to cool off in its air-conditioned public spaces. Here’s a list of places from which to choose: All Eugene library locations are open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday. In addition the following libraries are open: Downtown library: 100 W. 10th Avenue – 10 a.m. to [...]

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10 practical tips for improving your public speaking skills today

“According to most studies, people’s number one fear is public speaking. Number two is death. Death is number two. Does that sound right? This means to the average person, if you go to a funeral, you’re better off in the casket than doing the eulogy.” – Jerry Seinfeld For most people, just thinking about speaking [...]

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Eugene’s “National Night Out” against crime will be held on August 3

The 27th Annual National Night Out (NNO) program will be held in Eugene on August 3 in seven Eugene neighborhoods (see list with times below). NNO, a year-long community building campaign, is designed to: (1) Heighten crime prevention awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs; (3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community [...]

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My dream that won’t die was inspired by a disease that won’t disappear

Public Television Offers Film-Making Classes, Access to Equipment In 1997, Crohn’s disease decided it’d be fun to hitch a wild ride in my gut and live with me, permanently. Since then I thought about making a documentary film about Crohn’s – an inflammatory bowel disease. Being a video game designer and not a documentary filmmaker, [...]

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FREE TALK: Author and national expert shares the “Surprising Secrets of Americans Living Happily Below Their Means” on July 28

Spend less and enjoy life more! That’s the bottom line for “America’s Ultimate Cheapskate,” personal finance expert Jeff Yeager, who declares that “cheap is the new cool.” Currently on national book tour by bicycle, he will pedal into town to speak at the Downtown Eugene Public Library on Wednesday, July 28, at 6:00 p.m. Admission [...]

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UO students and area residents now have more incentive to drop off unwanted electronics on June 12 from 10 am to 4 pm

University of Oregon students and University neighborhood residents are encouraged to drop off unwanted working and nonworking electronics at a special event – hosted by NextStep Recycling – on Saturday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop-off locations include: Cafe Yumm! 730 West Broadway Eugene, OR University of Oregon Duck Store 895 East [...]

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[PHOTOS] Live depiction of BP disaster in Eugene’s Kesey Square

Over the weekend at Kesey Square in Eugene, concerned citizens re-enacted the British Petroleum (BP) disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. Photo Credit: Gail Rhamy  

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Greenhill volunteer gains statewide recognition for the agency’s smallest residents

Three days a week, Barbara Ray spends a chunk of her day tending to Greenhill Humane Society’s smallest inhabitants, which include rabbits, chinchillas, and guinea pigs. The small animal room at Greenhill does not have a paid employee who is designated to take care of it, which is why Barbara is needed and extremely appreciated [...]

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Spring forth new opportunities by de-cluttering your life

Tips for de-cluttering your home and mind – and how to begin   The advent of spring is an excellent time to clean out our homes and Feng Shui (pronounced fung schway) can play a central role in the de-cluttering process. Clutter consists of a jumbled assortment of collected items or memories. From the Feng [...]

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[VIDEO] FREE film screening of Unnatural Causes to be held on April 22 at the Farmers Market

Health Care for All Oregon is hosting a FREE screening of the PBS file series “Unnatural Causes” at the Farmers Market (55 East 8th Avenue) on April 22 at 6:30 p.m.  The event is open to the public.  To learn more about the film, view the movie trailer below.

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Time to brew Nettle Beer

Spring is bursting forth at every turn. Violets are blooming, poison-oak is leafing out and the chorus of tree frogs has begun at our pond. Another sign of spring is the rapid growth of the stinging nettles in the damp forest around us. Here is a recipe for Nettle Beer that I tried out last [...]

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Local businesses will donate a portion of sales for new Spray Water Park in Eugene – now through April 15

Beginning this week, 12 local businesses are donating a percentage of sales on select days to benefit the creation of Eugene’s largest spray water park. See the list of dates and participating businesses below. Community members are invited to come shop, sip and dine, now through April 15. In partnership with the City of Eugene, [...]

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[VIDEO] The Story of Bottled Water – released today on World Water Day

Today is World Water Day – a day to raise awareness about the importance and availability of clean water around the globe. World Water Day also shines a light on misconceptions about fresh water and frames solutions for ensuring that we all have access to clean water – now and in the future.    The must-see [...]

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FREE: 2010 Spring Propagation Fair, March 13 from 10 am to 4 pm

The 2010 Spring Propagation Fair will be held on March 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Lane Community College (LCC) Cafeteria. The free, volunteer-driven event is a resource for home orchardists, vegetable gardeners and native plant enthusiasts in and around the Southern Willamette Valley. Hundreds of varieties of scions (fruit-tree cuttings) and [...]

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Profile: A Family for Every Child “Heart Gallery” lends a helping hand to foster children

After adopting nine children in addition to her three biological kids, Christy Obie-Barrett knew she was prepared to offer something more to the Lane County foster children who were still in search of a loving family. That’s why she founded A Family for Every Child (AFFEC) Heart Gallery, a non-profit organization that aims to find [...]

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You are invited to TalkFest 2010 — a FREE community celebration about conversation on March 6 from 12-4 pm

TalkFest 2010, a celebration with free entertainment, interactive games, and snacks and beverages, will be held on March 6 from 12 to 4 p.m. in the HEDCO Education Building on the University of Oregon (UO) campus. Everyone is invited. The event kicks off the official launch of “Talk,” a community-building project created by nine members [...]

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UO community-building project is the “Talk” of the town

People have started to “Talk.” Candidly. They are sharing intimate, humorous, and touching stories with those around them. Art History student Marisa Fonseca loves her family. Professor John Mitchell lost his daughter. Advertising student Evan Schultz is afraid of the future. “Talk” is a University of Oregon (UO) community-building project that uses video to spark [...]

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[VIDEO] FREE film screening and public forum on March 9 at 6 pm: “Unnatural Causes; Is Inequality Making Us Sick?”

Do we all have an equal chance for good health? Eugene residents are welcome to join the Lane Coalition for Healthy Active Youth (LCHAY) for community conversation about and screening of the documentary film “Unnatural Causes; Is Inequality Making Us Sick?” on March 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Eugene Public Library. According [...]

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[VIDEO] Profile: Master violin maker David Gusset of Eugene is “The Architect of Sound”

Eugene resident David Gusset, a master violin maker, was the first American to win the Antonio Stradivari Foundation’s International Triennial Competition of Stringed Instrument Making. University of Oregon Journalism and Communication graduate students Marc Dadigan and Katherine Kalk created this short documentary about Gusset, who has won many awards for his exquisite craftsmanship.

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Love your pet? Say it with these safety measures on Valentine’s Day

Greenhill Humane Society is encouraging Eugene residents to protect pets from Valentine’s Day gifts and traditions   Did you know that chocolate and lilies are common dangers to pets on Valentine’s Day? According to the ASPCA, those are just two of several holiday gifts that should be kept out of paws reach: Pet-Safe Bouquets Many [...]

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