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Celebrate We Are Bethel!

 

 

It's back for a fantastic day of "Steam punk" (faux steam) fun on June 7, Noon-6 p.m. It's for all ages. It's at Petersen Barn Park. And it is free! So come on over. More information.

Take a Hike

Hikers

 

Pack up the family for a First Saturday walk in the Meadowlark Prairie on, June 7;or for adults over 50, challenge yourself on one of several upcoming hikes, such as Brice Creek Trail Hike on June 9.

Go Sailing or Rafting

Family Rafting

 

 

Everyone will enjoy an evening on the water. Check out Family Sailing and Family Sunset Rafting.

Get a groove on at Summer in the City events

Dodgeball

 

What's your favorite - music or movies in the parks? How about the fashion show? Or dodge ball? You don't have to decide - attend them all! Go to the Summer in the City Calendar

Savor the Season

Strawberry shortcakeJune means Oregon strawberries are ripe and ready to be paired with freshly baked shortcake - an unbeatable duo topped off with musical entertainment by Timothy Patrick. Adults age 50 and older are invited to grab a friend and attend a strawberry social at Petersen Barn Center on June 12, from noon-3 p.m. $3. Register online

Dive In
Amazon Pool slideDive in to Amazon Pool...or Sheldon or Echo Hollow Pool - could there be a more anticipated date on the summer calendar? Sumer Recreational Swims for families begin June 16. The "Summer Kick-off" Free recreational swim at all pools is June 20; 2-6 p.m. at Amazon, 1:20-3:40 p.m. at Echo Hollow's outdoor pool and 1:40-3:40 p.m. at Sheldon Pool. More information. 
WJ Skatepark + Urban Plaza

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Drop in for the grand opening of the WJ Skatepark + Urban Plaza on June 21, which happens tobe National Go Skateboarding Day. Not a skater? No worries, enjoy the music, activities, food, skate competitions and exhibitions from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. More information

Fun For All

Fun for All groupJoin in the "Fun For All", the free, drop-in neighborhood playground programs kick off on June 30 at seven neighborhood parks. Activities, games, crafts and fun are dispensed from 10 a.m. -5 p.m. at most locations. The program is for children and youth age 7 and up; children under 7 years must be accompanied by a care giver who is at least 15. Learn more about Fun For All.

Spike it!
Water poloSign up now for Coed Water Volleyball league that begins play in mid-July. Teams play 3 men/3 women per side (ages 18 and older). Games are played in the shallow end of Amazon Pool. Get particulars and register at 541-682-5409.
Paddle for a cause!

Dragon boat

 

The first Heroes-to-Oregon (H2O) Paddle Challenge is on July 19. This exhibition event will feature the first dragon boat races in Lane County. Register here as a team or as an individual and be assigned to a team.

Thank You!

Thank youMany thanks to these businesses that held fund raising events in May to support programs at the new Washington Jefferson Skate Park + Urban Plaza.

 

  • 16 Tons Taphouse & 16 Tons Caf�
  • Aurora Gallery & Tattoo
  • The Kiva
  • Izakaya Meiji
  • Cow Fish
  • Side Bar
  • First National Taphouse
  • Caf� 440
  • Grit Kitchen and Wine
  • Dalia on Broadway
  • Mac's Restaurant & Nightclub
  • Mazzi's Italian Restaurant
  • Bagel Sphere
  • Hop Valley Brewing Co.
  • Red Barn Natural Grocery
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