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Hello my friends!
The sun has been out, the daffodils are blooming, and this week is loaded with Spring Break magic. Here are the highlights you won't want to miss:
🦎 Reptile Man Show on Wednesday (10:30am, 12pm & 1:30pm) — Advance tickets are gone but walk-ins are welcome for the later two shows! Come see 15 live animals including boas, pythons, a rattlesnake, an alligator, a snapping turtle, and more at Springfield Library. Free!
👶 Baby & Toddler Stuff Swap on Thursday (11am-3pm) at Bethel Library — Get and/or bring clothes, toys, and gear for babies and toddlers. A perfect Spring Break activity to refresh your little one's wardrobe and toy stash for free!
🐰 Easter Bunny photos are happening NOW through April 4 at Valley River Center — Book online to get free perks (Yankee Candle photo label + $10 off $30 purchase, plus free Crayola app trial). Walk-ins welcome!
🥚 MEGGA Hunt tickets are on sale for April 4 — Springfield's largest annual egg hunt at Lively Park. Multiple hunt types for all ages and abilities!
⚠️ SWIM SCHEDULE UPDATE: Most pool times have changed this week for Spring Break! Double-check the times below before heading out — we've got baby swims, family swims, and rec swims all week long.
Plus: Free movies (Land Before Time!), parent support groups, storytimes, open gyms, Mt. Pisgah seed tours, crafts at the library, and all your Spring Break favorites.
Spring Break is in full swing — let's make it count! 💛
Let's jump right in!
–Jess
MONDAY, MARCH 23
🪼 Little Jellies Parent Support and Play Group Mondays 10am–12pm • Birth-24 months • Free
📍Pearl Buck Center, 3690 W 1st Ave, Eugene
Connect with other parents navigating the joys and challenges of early parenthood, share experiences, ask questions, exchange helpful tips, and get support during your child's first years. Safe space for caregivers to make connections and build a support system while infants and toddlers play and explore in a developmentally appropriate, nurturing space. Open to all. For more information, contact 541-484-4666 ext. 5150. More info
🏊 Baby Swim 10:30–11:30am • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Special swim time for babies and young children with caregivers. Warm water pool. More info
📚 Toddler Storytime Mondays at 11am • Toddlers • Free
📍River Road Santa Clara Volunteer Library, 2530 Hilyard St, Eugene
Weekly toddler storytime with Gail! (Closed for federal holidays.) More info
🎨 Monday Sensory Activity 11:30am • Ages 2+ • $7
📍Adventure Children's Museum, 490 Valley River Center, Eugene
Sensory activity for young children at the museum (museum admission required). More info
💦 Water Park Swim 1-4pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
💦 Water Park Swim 4:30–7:30pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
🏊 Rec Swim 1:30–3:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Sheldon Pool. More info
🎬 Movies in the Market: Turning Red 5:30pm • All ages • Free
📍Market Alley, 5th Street Public Market, 296 E 5th Ave, Eugene
Free family-friendly movie night in Market Alley! Bring the whole crew and grab dinner at 5th Street Market before the show. More info
🏊 Family Swim 6–7pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Open family swim time at Sheldon Pool. More info
TUESDAY, MARCH 24
📚 Baby Storytime 9:45am & 10:30am • Ages 0-12 months • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Fun and learning for babies with their grown-ups. Two sessions available! More info
🦘 Toddler Time at Get Air 10am–12pm • Under 46" tall • Check pricing online
📍Get Air Trampoline Park, 4211 W 11th Ave, Eugene
Toddler-only jump time in a safe, age-appropriate environment. More info
🏊 Baby Swim 10:30–11:30am • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Special swim time for babies and young children with caregivers. Warm water pool. More info
📚 Family Storytime | Cuentos para Familias 10:30am • All ages • Free
📍Springfield Public Library, 225 5th St, Springfield
Bilingual family storytime in English and Spanish! Located in the Kids & Tweens area More info
🤸 NAAG Preschool Open Gym 11am–12pm • Ages 6 & under • $8 per child
📍NAAG, 1205 Oak Patch Rd, Eugene
Open gym time for little ones to explore gymnastics equipment and burn off energy. Parent supervision required. More info
🤸 Bounce Preschool Open Gym 11:15am–12:30pm • Preschool age • $10 per child (or $50 for 6-visit pass)
📍Bounce Gymnastics and Circus Arts Center, 329 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
Preschoolers can explore gymnastics and circus arts equipment during open gym time. More info
🎨 Tuesday Storytime 11:30am • Ages 2+ • $7
📍Adventure Children's Museum, 490 Valley River Center, Eugene
Story time at the Adventure Children's Museum (museum admission required). More info
💦 Water Park Swim 1-4pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
💦 Water Park Swim 4:30–7:30pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
🏊 Family Swim 1:30–3:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Open family swim time at Sheldon Pool. More info
🧵 Tweens: Sew a Raindrop Pillow 2–4pm • Ages 9-12 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Learn simple sewing skills to make a fleece pillow! More info
🏊 Family Swim 6–7pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Open family swim time at Sheldon Pool. More info
🏊 Rec Swim 1-2:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Echo Hollow Pool, 1655 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Echo Hollow Pool. More info
🏊 Rec Swim 5-7pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Echo Hollow Pool, 1655 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Echo Hollow Pool. More info
🎬 SpringFilm: Land Before Time 5:30–7pm • All ages • Free
📍Springfield Public Library, Library Meeting Room, 225 5th St, Springfield
Free showing of The Land Before Time — chosen by voters' choice for Spring Break! Join young dinosaur Little Foot on his journey to find The Great Valley and reunite with his family. Enjoy discussion afterwards. Since it's close to dinner time, feel free to bring a picnic or sacked lunch! Classic Don Bluth animation, good for all ages. SpringFilm is a free film series offered by the Springfield Public Library. More info
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25
📚 Toddler Storytime 9:45am & 10:30am • Ages 12-36 months • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Fun and learning for toddlers with their grown-ups. Two sessions available! More info
🤸 Gymnastics NW Preschool Open Gym 10am–12pm • Preschool age • $6 per child
📍Gymnastics Northwest-River Rd Parks and Rec, 30043 Leghorn Ave, Eugene
Open gym time for preschool-age children to explore gymnastics equipment. More info
🌱 Spectacular Seeds Family Tour at Mt.Pisgah 10am–12pm • Youth with chaperones • Members FREE, non-members $5
📍Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Education Building, 34901 Frank Parrish Rd, Eugene
As things begin to bud out or bloom, we'll search for the season's first flowers and discover how their seeds disperse. Through activities & experiments we'll explore what makes a seed so spectacular! Meet at the Education Building. Don't forget your parking pass! Limited to 13 attendees. Register
🦎 Reptile Man Show Three shows: 10:30am, 12pm & 1:30pm • All ages • Free
📍Springfield Public Library, Council Chambers, 225 5th St, Springfield
ADVANCE TICKETS ARE GONE BUT WALK-INS WELCOME FOR THE LATER TWO SHOWS! Come see and learn about reptiles with 15 live animals like large lizards, boas, pythons, a rattlesnake, an alligator, a snapping turtle, a tortoise, and more! Space is limited. Bilingual event: miércoles, 25 de marzo, tres espectáculos: 10:30, 12:00, & 1:30. More info
🏊 Baby Swim 10:30–11:30am • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Special swim time for babies and young children with caregivers. Warm water pool. More info
📚 Family Storytime | Cuentos para Familias 10:30am • All ages • Free
📍Springfield Public Library, 225 5th St, Springfield
Bilingual family storytime in English and Spanish! More info
🤸 NAAG Preschool Open Gym 11am–12pm • Ages 6 & under • $8 per child
📍NAAG, 1205 Oak Patch Rd, Eugene
Open gym time for little ones to explore gymnastics equipment and burn off energy. Parent supervision required. More info
🤸 Bounce Preschool Open Gym 11:15am–12:30pm • Preschool age • $10 per child (or $50 for 6-visit pass)
📍Bounce Gymnastics and Circus Arts Center, 329 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
Preschoolers can explore gymnastics and circus arts equipment during open gym time. More info
👶 Baby Connection 11–12pm • Parents with babies 0-12 months • Free
📍Parenting Now, 86 Centennial Loop, Eugene
Connect with other parents of babies. Topics vary weekly. More info
👶 New Parent Support 12–1:30pm • Parents with babies 0-12 months • Free
📍Parenting Now, 86 Centennial Loop, Eugene
Connect with other new parents and share the joys and challenges of early parenthood. More info
💦 Water Park Swim 1-4pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
💦 Water Park Swim 4:30–7:30pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
🎉 Parent's Night Out Last Wednesday of every month, 5–7pm • Ages 3+ • Free, registration required
📍Oregon Family Support Network, 72A Centennial Loop #150, Eugene
Bring your kid (ages 3 and up) for some food and fun and take some well-deserved time for yourself! Registration required in advance, closed 2 days prior to the event. More info & register
🏊 Family Swim 6-7pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Open family swim time at Sheldon Pool. More info
👾 Craft Monster Pop-up Cards 4:30–5:30pm • Ages 5-9 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Make clever pop-up cards featuring monsters! More info
📺 Teens: Animanga Watch Party 4:30–6pm • Ages 13-19 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Get together for an anime watch party! More info
🏊 Rec Swim 1:30–3:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Sheldon Pool. More info
THURSDAY, MARCH 26
📚 Family Storytime 10:15–10:45am • Young children • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1260 Willamette St, Eugene
Fun and learning for young children with their grown-ups! More info
🦘 Toddler Time at Get Air 10am–12pm • Under 46" tall • Check pricing online
📍Get Air Trampoline Park, 4211 W 11th Ave, Eugene
Toddler-only jump time in a safe, age-appropriate environment. More info
🏊 Baby Swim 10:30–11:30am • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Special swim time for babies and young children with caregivers. Warm water pool. More info
🤸 NAAG Preschool Open Gym 11am–12pm • Ages 6 & under • $8 per child
📍NAAG, 1205 Oak Patch Rd, Eugene
Open gym time for little ones to explore gymnastics equipment and burn off energy. Parent supervision required. More info
👶 Baby & Toddler Stuff Swap 11am–3pm • All ages • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1260 Willamette St, Eugene
Get and/or bring clothes, toys and gear for babies and toddlers! More info
🤸 Bounce Preschool Open Gym 11:15am–12:30pm • Preschool age • $10 per child (or $50 for 6-visit pass)
📍Bounce Gymnastics and Circus Arts Center, 329 W 3rd Ave, Eugene
Preschoolers can explore gymnastics and circus arts equipment during open gym time. More info
🎨 Thursday Slightly Messy Art 11:30am • Ages 2+ • $7
📍Adventure Children's Museum, 490 Valley River Center, Eugene
Get a little messy with art projects at the museum (museum admission required). More info
🏊 Rec Swim 1-2:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Echo Hollow Pool, 1655 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Echo Hollow Pool. More info
💦 Water Park Swim 1-4pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
🎨 Teens: Tea and Paint 4–5pm • Ages 13-19 • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1260 Willamette St, Eugene
Meet up during spring break for tea and creativity! More info
💦 Water Park Swim 4:30–7:30pm • All ages • Toddler (3 & under) $4-7, Youth (4-17) $7-9, Adult $8-11
📍Splash at Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Water park swimming with slides and play features. In-district and out-of-district rates available. More info
🏊 Family Swim 1:30–3:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Open family swim time at Sheldon Pool. More info
🏊 Family Swim 6–7pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Evening family swim at Sheldon Pool. More info
🏊 Rec Swim 5-7pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Echo Hollow Pool, 1655 Echo Hollow Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Echo Hollow Pool. More info
📣 REGISTRATION ALERTS
🏛️ Teen Museum Boot Camp Tuesday-Thursday, March 24-26, 1:30–3:30pm each day • Ages 12+ • Free, registration strongly encouraged
📍Springfield History Museum, 590 Main St, Springfield
Get a behind-the-scenes experience at the museum! Work hands-on with collections, see what happens when the museum is closed, and earn community service hours. Expected to attend all three days. The Springfield History Museum is closed for six months to "Take Care of Collection Business," so this is your exclusive chance to see behind the scenes and work with delicate photos and items. 16 seats available. Register once for all 3 days. Register
🏛️ Old School History Camp for Today's Kids March 23–25, 9am–2pm • Ages 6-10 • $160 per child, $130 siblings
📍Shelton McMurphey Johnson House, 303 Willamette St, Eugene
Three-day Spring Break adventure at Eugene's Victorian mansion! Have fun learning about Oregon history through games and activities, indoors and out. Take home your creations each day. Max 12 students. Open to kids of all gender expressions with non-gendered dress-up clothing provided. $35 nonrefundable deposit holds your spot (deducted from final tuition). More info & register
🐰 Photos With The Easter Bunny March 20–April 4, various hours • All ages • Photo packages vary
📍Valley River Center, Center Court, 293 Valley River Center, Eugene
The Easter Bunny is back! Visit in Center Court starting March 20. Book your photo session online for the easiest experience and get exclusive perks: FREE Yankee Candle photo label + $10 off $30 purchase, plus FREE 3-month Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets app trial. Reservations preferred, walk-ins welcome. Hours vary by date: March 20-22 (Mon-Fri 2-7pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 11am-7pm), March 23-29 (Mon-Thu 2-7pm, Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 11am-7pm), March 30-April 4 (Mon-Thu 11am-7pm, Fri 10am-8pm, Sat 10am-9pm). Pet Nights: Monday March 23 & 30, 4-7pm. Reserve online
🥚 MEGGA Hunt - Tickets On Sale! Saturday, April 4, 9am–12pm • All ages • $7 per hunter
📍Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd, Springfield
Springfield's largest annual egg hunt! Tickets required for anyone hunting (parents free). Multiple hunt types: competitive (by age), baby/toddler, inclusive, and adaptive. Free activities: crafts, balloon animals, face painting, train rides, food trucks. Bring a basket! Get tickets
🎭 Bluey's Big Play - Tickets On Sale! • All ages
📍Hult Center, Silva Concert Hall, 1 Eugene Center, Eugene
Mark your calendars! Tickets for Bluey's Big Play are now on sale for shows September 29-30, 2026. When Dad feels like a little bit of time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Get tickets
🧚 Misty Mountain Magic No School Day Adventure(March 30) 8:30am–4:30pm • Ages 5-11 (K-5th grade) • Members $75, non-members $85
📍Hendricks Park, 2200 Summit Ave, Eugene
Wander Hendricks Park in search of secret hideaways for the magical among us! Make fairies and gnomes and build tiny homes from forest finds. Listen to stories, read maps, and create your own magic wand! Groups of 12 kids. Outdoors at Hendricks Park. Scholarship aid available Register
🌟 SPRING BREAK DAY TRIP IDEA
🐳 Spring Whale Watch Week March 21–29, 10am–4pm daily • All ages • Free
📍Cape Perpetua Visitor Center & Day Use Overlook, 2400 Hwy 101, Yachats (1.5 hours from Eugene)
It's Whale Watch Week along the Oregon Coast! Approximately 20,000 gray whales travel north to Alaska during spring migration. Spot gray whales and partake in whale watch counts along the coast. Talk to knowledgeable volunteers at Yachats State Recreation Area, Cape Perpetua, and Heceta Head Lighthouse all week long. An awesome Spring Break day trip! Part of "Whale Watching Spoken Here" by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. More info
💡 DROP-IN ANYTIME
🎨 MECCA Community Studio Drop-in during store hours • All ages • Pay-what-you-can ($3-5/hour suggested)
📍MECCA (Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts), Eugene
Need a place to create? MECCA's community studio is open to the public during store hours (Tue-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm). Studio fees include space, supplies, and anything from their pay-what-you-can section. Perfect for rainy days, early release Wednesdays, or anytime creativity strikes! Call ahead for groups: 541-302-1810. More info
☕ PlaySpace Cafe Mon-Thu 9am-6pm, Fri-Sun 9am-7pm • All ages • Check pricing online
📍2420 W 11th Ave, Eugene
Custom designed indoor play areas, book nook, and Apollo Art Room perfect for little ones to be creative, exercise, and imagine! Enjoy hot coffee, fresh pastries, light lunch, and fast internet while your kids play. Comfortable seating options available. Private party room (The Voyager) available for rent. More info
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