5 things to do in Eugene and Springfield this weekend

Register-Guard staff
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Artist Shawn Goddard, of the BIPOC Art Collective, dips greenery into paint and uses it to create an art piece during the 2022 Eugene Juneteenth Celebration.
Artist Shawn Goddard, of the BIPOC Art Collective, dips greenery into paint and uses it to create an art piece during the 2022 Eugene Juneteenth Celebration.

From Eugene and Springfield events to things to do around Lane County, here are some of the top events happening around the area this weekend.

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Here are five things to do in the area this weekend.

Juneteenth Celebration

When: Noon to 7 p.m. Sunday, June 18.

Where: Alton Baker Park, 100 Day Island Road, Eugene.

Tickets: Free.

Event description: The event will celebrate Black performing artists, vendors, crafters, businesses and organizations. This year's theme is "Black Hair Matters" and will feature demonstrations of different Black hair styles and information about the history of Black hair.

More info: Visit the city's events web page.

Beauty and the Beast

When: 2-5 p.m. Saturday, June 17.

Where: Thurston High School, 333 58th St., Springfield.

Tickets: $20. They can be purchased on the Identity Dance Company website, in person at the studio or at the door of the show.

Event description: Identity Dance Company brings the classic tale to life through dance, singing and acting.

More info: Visit the Identity Dance Company website.

Under the Sea

When: 2 p.m. Saturday, June 17.

Where: Hult Center Silva Concert Hall, One Eugene Center (7th and Willamette), Eugene.

Tickets: Starting at $16.

Event description: The Eugene Ballet Academy presents Under the Sea, a dance performance showcasing students age 3-20 in the end-of-year annual production. The program includes works from classical, modern and jazz repertory.

More info: Visit the Hult Center website.

Father's Day Historic Neighborhood Walking Tour

Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson house at 303 Willamette Street in Eugene. Built 1888. Exterior view from SE with owner Eva Frazer Johnson in foreground; photo taken ca. 1968. Photographer unknown.
Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson house at 303 Willamette Street in Eugene. Built 1888. Exterior view from SE with owner Eva Frazer Johnson in foreground; photo taken ca. 1968. Photographer unknown.

When: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 17.

Where: Shelton McMurphey Johnson House, 303 Willamette St., Eugene.

Tickets: Free. Donations accepted.

Event description: Explore history and architecture in Eugene's East Skinner Butte Historic District. Meet at the SMJ House and discover the stories behind Mim's House, Pironi House and more than 20 other historic homes in the neighborhood. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the hilly neighborhood. Outdoor tour only with no entry into homes.

More info: Visit the Eugene Cascades and Coast website.

Family storytime

When: 10:15 a.m. Saturday, June 17.

Where: Eugene Public Library, 100 W. 10th Ave., Eugene.

Tickets: Free.

Event description: Young children and families can have fun together with books, songs and more.

More info: Visit the city events calendar.

This article originally appeared on Register-Guard: Eugene events: Juneteenth Celebration, Father's Day Walking Tour