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CALENDAR Community Conversation about Jacobs Gallery, 5:30-7:30pm, Atrium Building, 99 W. 10th Ave. FREE. Co-Dependents Anonymous, women-only 12-step meeting, 6-7pm, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 1465 Coburg Rd. FREE. NAMI Connection Peer Support Group for individuals w/mental illness, 6pm, NAMI Lane County Resource Center, 2411 MLK Jr. Blvd. FREE. Support Group for parents, partners & family of people who have Asperger’s, 6-7:30pm, call 221-0900 for info & location. FREE. Open Session Figure Drawing, 6:30-9pm, Emerald Art Center, 500 Main St., Spfd. $6. Co-Dependents Anonymous, 12-step meeting, 7-8pm, Valley Methodist Church, 25133 E. Broadway, Vaneta. FREE. Exhibit Talks continue. See Thursday, Jan. 7. HEALTH “The Primal Smoothie,” tasting & demo w/nutritionist Yaakov Levine, 6-7:30pm, Natural Grocers, 201 Coburg Rd., 345-3300. FREE. KIDS/FAMILIES Lapsit Sto- rytime, ages birth-3 w/adult, 10am, Springfi eld Library, 225 5th St., Spfd. FREE. Preschool Storytime, ages 3-6, 10am, Springfi eld Library, 225 5th St., Spfd. FREE. Grrrl Jamz w/musicians from Grrrlz Rock! for girls 10-18, 3:30-6pm, Ophelia’s Place, 1577 Pearl St., 284-4333. FREE. Women’s Advisory Council for Youth, for girls 12-18, 4-5pm, Ophelia’s Place, 1577 Pearl St., 284-4333. FREE. Children’s Ki Aikido, 5:15pm, Oregon Ki Society, 1071 W. 7th Ave. FREE. Family Board Game Night, 6pm, Castle of Games, 660 Main, Spfd. FREE. LECTURES/CLASSES “G-Men Masculinity: The FBI’s War on Broadcasting” w/Carol Stabile, noon-1pm, Hendricks Hall room 330, UO. FREE. iPads for Beginners, 2:30pm, downtown library. FREE. "Write Winning Grant Proposals" w/Andi Kemp, 6pm, downtown library. FREE. "Trust thy Neighbors," com- munity-based neighborhood planning workshop w/Paul Conte, 7-10pm, Tsunami Books, 2585 Willamette St. FREE, LITERARY ARTS Bi-Focal Book Club, meet other readers, talk about books, 9am, The Barn Light, 924 W. Broadway, 935- 1182. FREE. ON THE AIR “The Point,” 9-9:30am, KPOV 88.9AM. “Truth Television,” live call-in local news/politics, 6pm, Comcast 29. “That Atheist Show, weekly call- in, 7pm, Comcast 29, 790-6617. OUTDOORS/RECREATION Obsid- ians: Hike Amazon Headwaters/ Spencer Butte, 6.2 miles, reg. at obsidians.org. FREE. Accessible Aquatics, swimming classes for individuals with disabilities, 10am, Amazon Pool, 2600 Hilyard St. $7. GALLERIES InEugene Real Estate Works by Jerry Ross. 100 E. Broadway By some cosmic fluke, Lane Arts Council’s First Friday ArtWalk and Downtown Springfield’s Second Friday Art Walk are scheduled to take place at exactly the same time. Hosted by LAC executive director Liora Sponko, the First Friday ArtWalk — postponed from New Year’s Day — begins 5:30pm Friday at the Jacobs Gallery in the Hult Center. Artist/arts activist Paula Goodbar leads Springfield’s Second Friday Art Walk, which meets 5:30pm Friday at Springfield City Hall, 225 5th St. Both guided tours make five scheduled stops. Other participating galleries in downtown Eugene and Springfield stay open till 8pm or later. Some offer refreshments and live music. See lanearts.org to find out more about Eugene’s First Friday ArtWalk. For more information about Springfield’s Art Walk, see Springfield Second Friday Art Walk’s Facebook page. FIRST FRIDAY ARTWALK Cowfish Paintings by Emily Hayes. 62 W. Broadway ECO Sleep Solutions Home décor. 25 E. 8th Eugene Public Library “Life In- Between Paintings” by Suma Z. Elan, closes 6pm. 100 W. 10th Four Winds Works by local artists. 273 W. 8th Gilt+Gossamer “Khaostasis: Urban Abstractions” by David Placencia, through Jan. 31. 873 Willamette Harlequin Beads “Define” by Sonja Anise. 1027 Willamette Jacobs Gallery “Small Pleasures Invitational.” Hult Center Jazz Station Works by Robert Canaga, w/music by Luke Broadbent & Sam Mendoza. 124 W. Broadway Karin Clarke Gallery “Drawings from South Central Oregon” by Craig Spilman, through Jan. 30. 760 Willamette Keven Craft Rituals Works by Keven Erika Fortner, Joslyn Alana, Jovie Belisle & Olivia Shapely, Sarah Richards & Briana Krone. 268 W. 7th Lincoln Gallery OSLP Arts & Culture Program Showcase. 309 W. 4th Mosaic Home décor. 28 E. Broadway New Zone Gallery “Ricochet: Hundreds of Images” by Wanda Seamster; “Native Coastal Woods” by Robert Horner, w/live music by Jerry Zybach. 164 W. Broadway Noisette Eugene farmer’s market paintings by Ann Bettman. 200 W. Broadway Oregon Art Supply Works by Willie Boswick & Laura Figa, closes 6pm. 1020 Pearl Oregon Wine LAB Abstract works by Robert Canaga, music by Richie G & Ma Beat. 488 Lincoln Out on a Limb Oil landscapes by John W. Olsen. 191 E. Broadway Pacific Rim Gallery “Art Repurposed” & “A Work in Progress” w/music by David Nevue. 160 E. Broadway Community Group Run, 3-5 miles, bring lights for visibility, 6pm, Run Hub Northwest, 515 High St., 344-1239. FREE. Pinball Knights, double-elimina- tion pinball tournament, 21 and over, 8pm, Blairally, 245 Blair Blvd., 683-1721. $5 buy in. Duplicate Bridge continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Pool Hall continues. See Thurs- day, Jan. 7. THURSDAY JANUARY 14 S U N R I S E 7: 4 5 A M ; S U N S E T 4 : 5 8 P M AV G. HIGH 4 6 ; AV G. LO W 33 GATHERINGS 350 Eugene’s New Year’s Meet-Up: Expert Panel on Oregon’s Healthy Climate Bill, 7-9pm, First United Methodist Church, 1367 Olive St. FREE. Doc’s Pad Drag Queen Bingo continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Downtown Toastmasters contin- ues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Eugene Metro Business Net- working International continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Exhibit Talks continue. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Open Figure Drawing continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. KIDS/FAMILIES Preschool Fun w/Art & Science, 10:30- 11:15am, Springfi eld Public Library, 225 5th St., Spfd. FREE. Wonderful Ones Storytime con- tinues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. LECTURES/CLASSES One-on- One Job Hunt Help, 4-6pm, FRIDAY, JAN.8: College Basket- ball: OSU vs. Lady Ducks, 7pm, Gill Coliseum, Corvallis. $12. SATURDAY, JAN. 9: Majestic Madness! 7:30pm, Majestic Theatre, Corvallis. FREE. ATTENTION OPPORTUNITIES ARC of Lane County is looking for volunteers to help paint their new youth center, Jan. 24-Jan. 31. Call 743-6289 for more information. The Boys & Girls Club of Emerald Valley seeks volunteers. Call 354-9939. CASA is looking for volunteer Court Appointed Special Advo- cates who can make a two-year commitment to the program. Call 868-3083 for more infor- mation. The City of Eugene has issued a request for expressions of interest for what to do with Kesey Square. See eugene-or. gov/BroadwayRFEI for more information. Eugene Concert Choir & Eugene Vocal Arts hold auditions Jan. 7. For more information, or to schedule an audition, call 687-6865. Girls on the Run Willamette Valley is looking for volunteer running coaches. Sign up online Backstreet Gallery “Stormy Weather,” reception w/live music by Stephen McVay, 3-5pm Saturday, Jan. 9. 1421 Bay, Florence Dot Dotson’s “Pinholes by the Sea,” photos by Rich Bergeman, reception 5-6pm Friday, Jan. 8; through Feb. 9. 1668 Willamette Gallery Calapooia “Artists’ Favorites,” reception 6-8pm Friday, Jan. 8. 222 1st, Albany O’Brien Photo “Light, Camera, Bloom, Photoshop,” photos by David Becker, reception 3-6pm Saturday, Jan. 9; runs through March. 10. 2833 Willamette CONTINUING American Institute of Architects “People’s Choice Awards,” showcasing outstanding architecture & landscape architecture projects. 44 W. Broadway Area 51-50 “Interactions,” mixed media by Hilllo. 277 W. 8th B2 Bar Surreal paintings & drawings by Richard L. Quigley, through March 31. 2794 Shadowview Benton County Museum “Faces, Places & Vases,” through Jan 23. 1101 Main, Philomath BRING “Experiments & Collections” by Marilyn Kent. 4446 Franklin Townshend’s Teahouse Works by Heidi Ma. 41 W. Broadway Claim 52 @ Abbey Photographs by Thomas Moser. 418 A Vistra Framing & Gallery “New Look for the New Year.” 160 E. Broadway Claim 52 Brewing Blunt Graffix Studio Art Show. 1030 Tyinn SECOND FRIDAY ART WALK David Joyce Gallery “Taking Flight: A Visual Voyage,” highlighting Eugene Airport’s iconic “flying people.” LCC campus Cascade Center for Spiritual Living “Coral Queen” by Christine Sevier. 500 Main, Spfd Emerald Art Center “Hands of Writing.” 500 Main, Spfd Hearts for Hospice Photos by Jim Purscelley. 444 Main, Spfd Eugene Springfield Art Project Local artists. 240 Main, Spfd Tronson Gallery Abstract works by Jim Tronson. 740 Main, Spfd AND SURROUNDING AREAS before Jan. 20 at gotrwilla- mette.org. Lane Blood Center is trying to drum up blood donations. For hours or more info, see laneblood.org. Long Term Care Ombudsman is looking for volunteer advocates to protect the rights, safety & dignity of individuals in care facilities. Call 345-2846 for information. The Maude Kerns Art Center is accepting applications from artists interested in exhibit- ing their work during the the 2017-18 season. The application deadline is April 15, 2016. Call 345-1571 for more information. Meals on Wheels needs volun- teer drivers. Call 682-4368 for information. Oregon Money Management needs volunteers to assist low income clients w/fi nance man- agement. Call 682-4177 for Sponsors Inc. is looking for volunteers to mentor men & women transitioning out of state & federal prison. Call 505-5662. Springfi eld seeks applicants for a three-year Metro Wastewater Management Commission position. Apply by Jan. 11. Call 736-1006 for more information. Springfi eld Arts Commission is off ering Heritage Arts Grants. Apply by 5pm Wednesday, Jan. 20. Call 726-2238 for information. OPENING Broadway Commerce Center “Dan Bruce @ the Center.” 44 W. Broadway Wise Turtle Works by Subongkot. 500 Main, Spfd CORVALLIS White Lotus “Quiet Beauty: Selections from the Gallery Collection”; Monochrome Pottery by Dan Schmitt, through Jan. 9. 767 Willamette Red Wagon Creamery Works by Art Forum members. 55 W. Broadway Springfield City Hall Paintings by Glenn Dow. 225 5th, Spfd downtown library, call 682-5450 to register. FREE. Owning a Food Business, 6pm, downtown library. FREE. UO Visting Artist Lecture Series: Brian Bress, 6pm, Lawrence Hall room 115, UO. FREE. ON THE AIR “The Point,” 9-9:30am, KPOV 88.9FM. “Arts Journal,” current local arts, 9-10pm, Comcast channel 29. OUTDOORS/RECREATION Duplicate Bridge continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Lunchtime Tap & Growler Running Group continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Pool Hall for seniors continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. SOCIAL DANCE English & Scot- tish Country Dancing continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Music & Dance Workshops w/ Taller de Son Jarocho continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. SPIRITUAL Insight Meditation continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Introduction to Zen Meditation & Practice continues. See Thurs- day, Jan. 7. Zen Meditation continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. THEATER No Shame Workshop continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. VOLUNTEER Care for Owen Rose Garden continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Native Plant Nursery Volunteer Work Party continues. See Thursday, Jan. 7. Excelsior Works by Marilyn Odland, Ellen Morrow, Samantha Hickman & Margaret Godfrey. 754 E. 13th HEIDI MA AT TOWNSHEND’S TEAHOUSE Growler Underground “Art Occupy,” a benefit show for MECCA. 521 Main, Spfd Ninkasi Employee Art Show, through Jan. 27. 272 Van Buren Hallie Ford Museum “Stilleven: Contemporary Still Life,” works by 27 Pacific Northwest painters. Willamette University, Salem Oakshire Brewing Color prints by Mitch Scheel, through Jan. 29. 207 Madison Jordan Schnitzer Museum “Art of the Athlete IV,” through Jan. 31; “Brett Weston in Oregon,” through Jan. 31; “Shakespeare’s First Folio” through Feb. 7; “The Nature of Religion” by Olga Volchkova, through June 13; “Benevolence & Loyalty: Filial Piety in Chinese Art,” through July 31; Korean landscapes, through July 31. UO LCC Gallery “Variations” by Rob Beishline, Fred Herbst & Rick Love; Works by Camilla Dussinger & John Watson. 4000 E. 30th MECCA MECCA Tribe Show. 449 Willamette Nephos Vape Werks Animal portraits by Johnmichael Lahtinen. 126 W. Broadway New Odyssey “Sorrowblade” warrior women fantasy works by Michel Savage, through Jan 31. 1044 Willamette Odd Fellows Lodge Oil, watercolor & pencil paintings & drawings by Leanne Miller. 342 Main, Spfd Off the Waffle “Beauty of the Natural World” by Belinda Greb & Scott Kuszik, through Jan. 31. 840 Willamette Pacific Sky Exhibitions “Meander” by Patrick Beaulieu & Victoria Stanton. 180 W. 12th Reality Kitchen Oil paintings by John Olsen. 645 River Sam Bond’s Garage “Metaphysical Existence” by Andrew Lathrop. 407 Blair Schrager & Clarke Gallery Paintings by Mark Clarke, wood & gas-fired pottery by Tea Thanhbinh Duong. 760 Willamette Shadowfox Shadowbox displays & things. 76 W. Broadway Springfield Museum “First to Assemble,” a tribute to the Oregon Army National Guard. 590 Main Territorial Wine Co. Works by Nancy Frances Cheeseman. 907 W. 3rd UO Museum of Natural & Cultural History “Explore Oregon: 300 Million Years of Northwest Natural History”; “Site Seeing: Snapshots of Historical Archaeology in Oregon”; “Oregon: Where Past is Present: 10,000-year- old shoes & other wonders”; “The Buzz Saw Sharks of Long Ago” by Ray Troll. UO Campus UO Law School Gallery “Quiet Beauty: The Japanese Gardens of North America,” a photography exhibition, through Jan. 7. 1515 Agate The Wayward Lamb Works by Marlis Badalich & Sam Gehrke. 150 W. Broadway Willamalane Adult Activity Center Work by Beverly Egli. 215 W. C, Spfd WOW Hall “The World of Lax Magnon,” works by Ethan Hull. 291 W. 8th Yankee Built “In Memory of Lane County Photographer William B. Anderson,” abstract prints. 857 Willamette EUGENEWEEKLY.COM • JANUARY 7, 2016 17
