Eugene Family Scoop - Weekday Edition (May 11-14, 2026)

Hello my friends!

Theatre week continues with THREE amazing shows! 🎭

🎭 The Addams Family — A New Musical Thursday at South Eugene Theater — Darkly comedic fun when Wednesday brings home a "normal" boyfriend!
🎭 Fiddler on the Roof Thursday at North Eugene High School — This emotional classic set in 1905 Ukraine follows Tevye navigating tradition, faith, and change. $8-$14.
🎶 Eugene Symphony: Forces of Nature Thursday at Hult Center — Feel the rush of nature with Grieg's Piano Concerto and Nielsen's fierce "Inextinguishable" symphony!

Other highlights this week:

🌸 119th Annual Rhododendron Festival "Rhody Days" May 14-17 in Florence! Four-day celebration with carnival, vendor fair, arts festival, classic car show, live music, and the iconic Grand Floral Parade on Sunday. Free shuttle during peak hours. Worth the drive!

🛼 Pop-out Roller Rink Thursday 6-10pm at Farmers Market Pavilion! Eugene Roller Village transforms the plaza into a skating rink with DJs and live music. $10 entry.

👶 Parent Support Groups:

Plus: Tot Tuesdays at Tugman, Tuesday Farmers Market, seed bomb crafting, hojalata tin art, storytimes, swims, and open gyms!

Warmly,
Jess

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🪼 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. More info

📚 Toddler Storytime Mondays at 11am • Toddlers • Free
📍River Road Santa Clara Volunteer Library, 105 Oakleigh Lane, 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

👶 Baby Clinic Mondays 12:00–1:30pm • Postpartum & babies • Free
📍Our Community Birth Center, 188 West B Street, Building O, Springfield
Free drop-in support for postpartum families and baby feeding! Have your baby weighed, get lactation and feeding questions answered, and connect with other parents. Open to anyone in the community regardless of where you gave birth. More info

🏊 Family Swim 1–2pm • 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 2-3:30pm • 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 4:30–6:30pm • 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

🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Parent Group 2nd Monday of every month • 5:30–7:30pm • Free
📍Parenting Now, 86 Centennial Loop, Eugene
A welcoming drop-in space for queer parents, caregivers, and families to connect and support one another! Each session includes a guest speaker or community-led discussion, followed by open support and social time. All backgrounds and family structures welcome. Upcoming date: May 11. More info

🏊 Rec Swim 7–8:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Sheldon Pool. More info

🌽 Lane County Farmers Market 9:00am–2:00pm • All ages • Free
📍Farmers Market Pavilion & Plaza, 85 E 8th Ave, Eugene
A laid-back mid-week farmers market stocked with locally grown and produced goods. Kids 12 and under receive $5 Little Lettuce tokens to spend on fresh produce. EBT/SNAP accepted with $20 Double Up Food Buck match available.

🦘 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

🌳 Tot Tuesdays at Tugman — 10:30–11:45am • Ages 0-6 • Free
📍Tugman Park, Eugene
A free weekly mom & child social meetup. Join a seated circle with introductions, a question of the week, and open playground time to connect with other moms. Drop in anytime throughout the series — no commitment required. Runs every Tuesday through September 8th. 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 at Adventure Children’s Museum 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

🏊 Family Swim 1–2pm • 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 2-3:30pm • 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

🎨 Tweens: Decorate a Tote Bag 4:30–5:30pm • Ages 9-12 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Use paint markers to personalize your very own tote bag! More info

🏓 Bounskee Night at PLAY 6:00–9:30pm • All ages (until 9pm) • $5/person or $10 for 3
📍PLAY, 232 W 5th Ave, Eugene
Try Bounskee — a fun ping pong ball toss game with several variations on classic games you know and love! Rules and scorecards provided. Happens on the first Tuesday of every month. More info

🏊 Family Swim 7–8pm • 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 7-8:30pm • 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

🤸 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

📚 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

👨‍👧 Fatherhood Unfiltered 2nd Wednesday of every month • 12:00–1:30pm • Free
📍Online via Zoom
A monthly virtual gathering for dads who want a space to pause, reflect, and connect with other fathers who get it! Share experiences, talk through challenges, swap practical tips, and be reminded that none of us has to figure this out alone. A welcoming, judgment-free space for honest conversation. Registration required. More info

🏊 Family Swim 1–2pm • 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 2-3:30pm • 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

🎨 Art After School (Drop-In) 2–5pm • Ages 5+ • $10 per child
📍Pudding Art Studio, 911 River Rd, Eugene
Open-ended art session with several art invitations available. Kids can explore and work on their own creative ideas. Siblings welcome with parental supervision. Drop-in, no registration required. More info

🔬 STEAM Stories: Native Innovation 4:30–5:30pm • Ages 5-9 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Join us for stories and hands-on STEAM activities! More info

🌱 Teens: Craft Seed Bombs 4:30–5:30pm • Ages 13-19 • Free
📍Downtown Eugene Library, 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Make seed bombs to support native plants and pollinators in your community! More info

💦 Water Park Swim 4:30–6:30pm • 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 7–8:30pm • All ages • Youth (3-17) $6, Adult $7
📍Sheldon Pool, 2443 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene
Evening recreational swim at Sheldon Pool. More info

📚 Family Playtime 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

🤸 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

🏊 Family Swim 1–2pm • 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 2-3:30pm • 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

🎨 Teens: Hojalata 4:00–5:00pm • Ages 13-19 • Free
📍Bethel Branch Library, 1260 Willamette St, Eugene
Try hojalata — the traditional Mexican folk art of embossing tin! More info

🎨 Kids Art Club 4–5:30pm • Ages 5+ • $15 per child
📍Pudding Art Studio, 911 River Rd, Eugene
Directed art projects — exploring sculpture and 3D work throughout March! This week: finish and paint mini papier-mâche wall hangings. RSVP required: [email protected] More info

🛼 Pop-out Roller Rink 6:00–10:00pm • All ages • $10 entry, $5-$10 skate rental
📍Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza, 85 E. 8th Ave, Eugene
Eugene Roller Village transforms the Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza into a roller-skating rink! Rental skates available in kids' size 10 through men's 14. Featuring local and regional DJs and live music. Come be a part of the Village on Wheels! More info

🎭 The Addams Family — A New Musical! 7:00pm • All ages • $10-$15
📍South Eugene Theater, 400 E 19th Ave, Eugene
A darkly comedic musical about the quirky Addams family facing chaos when daughter Wednesday brings home a "normal" boyfriend and his conventional family. More info

🎭 Fiddler on the Roof 7:00pm • All ages • $8-$14
📍North Eugene High School Auditorium, 250 Silver Lane, Eugene
Don't miss this emotional classic! Set in 1905 Ukraine, Fiddler on the Roof follows Tevye, a Jewish milkman navigating tradition, faith, and change as outside influences challenge everything he holds dear. General admission $14, seniors $10, students $8. Arrive 15 minutes early — no refunds. More info

🏊 Family Swim 7–8pm • 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 7-8:30pm • 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

🎶 Eugene Symphony: Forces of Nature — Grieg & Nielsen 7:30pm • All ages • $22+
📍Hult Center, 1 Eugene Center, Eugene
Feel the rush of nature and unrelenting power! An evening featuring Gabriella Smith's vivid soundscape of wind and waves, Grieg's soaring Piano Concerto, and Nielsen's fierce Symphony No. 4, "The Inextinguishable." More info

👶 Incredible INFANTs Parenting Class Thursdays every other week May 14–Sep 17 • 5:30–7:00pm • Parents of babies 0-4 months • $ Scholarships Available
📍Parenting Now
A 10-session parenting group for families with new babies! Connect with other new parents, learn to respond to your unique baby, explore self-care, and help your baby grow a healthy brain through play and relationship. Meets every other week. Scholarships available. Registration required. More info

🧒 Thrilling THREEs Parenting Class Tuesdays May 12–Jul 14 • 5:30–7:30pm • Parents of 36-47 month olds • $ Scholarships Available
📍Parenting Now
A 10-week parenting class designed for caregivers of three-year-olds! Learn warm and firm discipline strategies, explore brain development, and connect with other parents navigating this exciting and challenging stage. Scholarships available. Registration required. More info

🎵 Pavilanis School of Music Classes Various times, Tue-Sat • Ages 0-12 • Free, donations welcomed
📍Pavilanis School of Music, 388 E 3rd Ave, Eugene
Group music classes for all ages! Early Birds (ages 0-5): Hatchlings (birth-18 months), Nestlings (18 months-2.5 years), Fledglings (2.5-5 years) — explore instruments, music storybooks, musical games, painting, dancing, puppet songs. Youth Classes (ages 5-12): Beginner piano, guitar, violin, and bucket drumming. Enrichment classes: PS Music (ages 4-5), My Music Community (ages 5-9), Family Instrument Play (ages 0-5). Classes meet weekly on month-by-month basis. Sign up early — seats fill fast! More info & sign up

🌿 Nature Out Loud No School Day Adventure Monday May 25, 8:30am–4:30pm • Ages 5-11 • $70 members, $80 non-members
📍Alton Baker Park & Learnscape, Eugene
Hike, discover, and make music in nature! Become a forest floor investigator, play in the Sound Garden, make melodies from recycled materials, and sing silly songs on the Star Stage. Groups of 12 kids. Scholarship aid available — use coupon code ECO at checkout. More info

🏕️Singing Creek Summer Camps Various weeks June-August • Ages 6-11 • $250/week
📍Dorris Ranch Living History Village, 205 Dorris St, Springfield
History and nature-based summer camps! Choose from Forest Path Nature Camp, Earth Ways Indigenous Camp, Pioneer Homesteading Camp, Opal Whiteley Nature Fairies Camp, or Lewis & Clark Explorers Camp. 9am-3pm Monday-Friday. Hands-on crafts, games, stories, outdoor exploration, cooking, music, and special guests! Scholarships available. View full schedule & register

⛳ Camp Putt Adventure Golf Park Fri 4–7pm, Sat-Sun 12–7pm (starting March 30) • All ages • $6-$7
📍4006 Franklin Blvd, Eugene
All-ages seasonal outdoor mini-golf park featuring two 18-hole courses spread over two acres of lush greenery, tranquil water features, and scenic landscapes. Youth (11 & under) $6, Adults (12-49) $7, Seniors (50+) $6, Students & Military $6, Family of four $24. ALL-ACCESS Members get one free round daily! More info

🎨 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

🌸 119th Annual Rhododendron Festival "Rhody Days" May 14–17 • All ages • Varies by event
📍Historic Old Town Florence, OR
Florence's largest annual event is a four-day celebration featuring a carnival, vendor fair, arts festival, classic car show, live music, and family-friendly fun! The 2026 festival theme — "temuu hiisəch hai – A Gathering with a Good Heart" — was gifted by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua & Siuslaw Indians. Culminates with the iconic Grand Floral Parade on Sunday, May 17. Free shuttle provided by Three Rivers Casino during peak hours. More info

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