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Walk it Off with the Y
The Eugene Family YMCA is thrilled to invite you to Walk It Off with the Y, a community-wide tradition of encouraging movement, health and fun throughout the summer! Join us for weekly raffles, guided & independent walks and family-friendly fun every Wednesday in Alton Baker Park.
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Alton Baker Park, July 5 -7
It's back! Art and the Vineyard is a festival with multi-generational appeal: food, wine, live music, art and a garden section. Maude's Art Arena gives the younger crowd the chance to enjoy art-making activities and displays provided by Maude Kerns Art Center.
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Saturday, June 29 at 10:00am
Hult Center for the Performing Arts
Join members of the OBF Modern Orchestra for a humorous musical story about 14 fun animals. From elegant swan serenades to playful kangaroo capers, the enchanting composition captivates music lovers of all ages. The event includes face painting, photo booth, snacks, and arts and crafts.
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Saturday, July 6 at 10:00am
Eugene Science Center 2300 Leo Harris Pkwy, Eugene, OR 97401
Take a journey through space with Eugene Science Center and OBF. Embark on a self-guided scavenger hunt and experience a planetarium show during a morning of learning, exploration, and fun!
Artists, dates, times, rep, and venues are subject to change
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Sesame Workshop:
Storybooks and Games
Help incorporate playful learning into your child’s early education through different kinds of games, storybooks, and interactives that will keep them curious, confident, and excited to explore more.
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Spoons Across America presents: A Food Explorers' Summer Reading List This unique selection of books caters specifically to adventurous Food Explorers. In addition to a carefully curated list of books, Spoons Across America also includes printable worksheets full of engaging activities that cover core subjects such as reading, writing, math, and art. This collection of culinary literature will be a valuable addition to any child’s summer reading list. | |
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LGBTQ Books for Kids
These fiction and nonfiction picture books for young readers explore families, experiences, and the social history of the LGBTQ community. These stories and histories are for all readers, not just for children and families with a close connection to LGBTQ issues. At the heart of all these books is a message of unconditional love and acceptance.
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JOIN THE ARC FOR ICE CREAM SOCIAL - Acompáñenos en la Fiesta del Helado en el Parque Arc
WHEN: Friday, June 14 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: inside the Arc Park
Families are invited to celebrate the end of the school year and the start of summer break at the Families Connected / Familias en Conexión Ice Cream Party on Friday, June 14 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. inside the Arc Park.
In addition to all kinds of delicious popsicles and ice cream, we'll have a fun craft for children to make to give to the fathers for Father's Day. We will also have bicycle safety helmets to give away, while supplies last.
Come start your summer off right with scrumptious treats, great friends and fun activities! RSVP today with Kristi.
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SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING
WHEN: 06.14.24 – 08.24.24
WHERE: Springfield Public Library
WHO: Free for all! No library card required
Win prizes, books and more incentives!
Check out the Springfield Public Library website for more information.
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FERN RIDGE SUMMER YOUTH ART WORKSHOPS
Fern Ridge Library, 88026 Territorial Rd, Veneta
June 18th and 25th, July 3rd (1:30 - 2:30 pm)
Registration opens June 15th
Thanks to funding from the Oregon Country Fair Bill Wooten Endowment Fund, Lane Arts Council Teaching Artists are bringing a series of three youth art workshops to the Fern Ridge Library. Each workshop will give students ways to engage in concepts of conservation through the arts. On June 18th, Chauncey Mauney will lead a Campfire Songs workshop. Alex Ever will inspire students to create Natural Collages on June 25th, and Heather Greene will lead a Biomimicry exploration for teens on July 3rd. Space is limited. Students can register in person at the Fern Ridge Library starting June 15th.
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Looking for work in Oregon early-childhood education? Apply today to become a Substitute with CCSO! Our team will begin a new interview cycle beginning in July, so submit your applications as soon as possible.
¿Busca trabajo en educación infantil temprana en Oregón? ¡Solicite hoy para convertirse en un suplente de CCSO! Nuestro equipo comenzará un nuevo ciclo de entrevistas a partir de julio, así que envíe sus solicitudes lo antes posible.
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We currently are at capacity and unable to add more members at this time. If you have any questions or want more information, please email us at: amedina@unitedwaylane.org.
To learn more, visit the Early Childhood Hub here.
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Family Resources from the Early Childhood Hub | |
Handy information from finding meals for busy kids to learning and safety and information on camps in the area. Find links to Summer Recreation Guides as well. Summertime is fun time! | |
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Thanks for reading our newsletter! We would love to hear your feedback on the content of our newsletter, questions, or recommendations on what you would like to read about next time. Feel free to send us an email at education@unitedwaylane.org.
Thanks to Crosscultural Now for Spanish translation. Newsletter edited by Lisa Milton.
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The Early Childhood Hub of Lane County is your local parenting education hub.
We previously served the community as LaneKids and the Lane Early Learning Alliance. The 2022 merger of our programs reflects the close connection between play & education, and kids & caregivers.
Our mission is to ensure all parents in Lane County have the knowledge, tools, and support to nurture their child’s optimal development for success in school and life.
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The Early Childhood Hub of Lane County is made possible with support from: | | | | |
