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Q&A w i t h D r. Kev i n M a r k s

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My daughter will be starting fourth grade this fall, and I’m concerned that she might have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). She had a rough time for most of third grade—she really struggled to retain what she was reading and complete assignments, and her teacher said she seemed fidgety a lot of the time. What are some of the common signs of ADHD, and what first steps should my husband and I take to see if this is what’s going on?

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Most children are fidgety some of the time, but when behavioral problems make it difficult to function normally at home, at school or in social situations, that’s cause for concern and time for action. Common symptoms of ADHD include being easily distracted from work or play; seeming not to listen; an inability to stay seated; a habit of interrupting others; and a tendency to act or speak without thinking. Diagnosing ADHD is a process that involves collecting

input from parents, teachers and others involved in caring for your child. Start by talking with your child’s pediatrician.

If they’re not able to diagnose ADHD, they can refer you to someone who can. Behavior therapy is generally the first-line treatment, but there are several medications that are safe and effective.

I’d encourage you to visit the American Academy of Pediatrics website, where you’ll find a wealth of resources, including advice to parents of kids with ADHD.

Meet Dr. Marks!

Dr. Kevin Marks joined PeaceHealth Medical Group Pediatrics in 2001 after completing his medical school residency at the University of California. He earned his medical degree at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, School of Medicine.

Soon after landing in Eugene, Dr. Marks got involved in a University of Oregon screening project for children with developmental delays. He’s since become an expert on early intervention for behavioral problems, and has written on the subject in several national journals. In 2014 he was tapped by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services to serve on an expert advisory committee tasked with launching a federal campaign called Birth to 5: Watch Me Thrive!

“My research and my own experience with patients has convinced me that targeted early intervention can make a huge difference in a child’s trajectory,” he said. “I’m passionate about educating parents and other providers about the benefits of screening young children who show signs of possible behavior problems. Catching problems early and getting appropriate treatment gives kids a much better shot at being successful and happy in school and beyond.”

Married with an 11-year-old son, Dr. Marks is an astronomy buff who enjoys hiking, gardening, roller hockey, soccer and spending time with his family.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Marks, call (541) 242-8500.

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Preparing for Kindergarten

A Dad’s Eye View

by Rick Epstein

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omebody once said, “A student is not a vessel to be filled, but a lamp to be lighted.” Socrates? Hillary Clinton? Someone smart. But when it comes to education, our eighth-grade daughter is neither lamp, nor vessel. She’s more like the little pig who built his house of straw. Hasty, sloppy and eager to rush back to the pursuit of pleasure.

For Wendy, that pursuit consists of calling or texting her friends; going to dances, parties and athletic events; flirting with boys; and trading poisoned apples with the other girls in her coven in between sleep-overs at their houses. My wife and I are trying hard to connect these activities – things Wendy DOES care about – to what WE want her to care about: her schoolwork.

So as we head into a new school year, Wendy knows the rule: Any report-card grade lower than a “B” means a week under house arrest, with no phone or Internet communications. It sounds a little harsh, but she goes to a very easy school. A “C” means a kid made zero effort; a “D” means she made no effort AND offended the teacher. (To get an “F,” a student would have to desecrate a grave.)

We started this tough policy last year in advance of her January report card. So when she brought home three C’s and two D’s, I looked at the calendar and said in a businesslike way, “OK, Wendy, That’s five weeks in the bag. You’ve got a half-hour to call all your friends and tell them adios until March third.”

Wendy gasped in disbelief, but she started to believe it that evening when I took all of our land-line phones, put ‘em into a gym bag along with her cell phone and locked the bag in the trunk of my car. (The rest of us already rely on our cell phones.)

I was expecting a terrible five weeks, full of pleading and sulking by

the prisoner. But once she was cut off from her friends, her need for human companionship caused her to reach out to her parents and sister. I had thought she didn’t like us, but it turns out that we are just her second choice. It was like in those prison movies “The Bird Man of Alcatraz” and “The Green Mile” that show a prisoner easing his loneliness by befriending whatever companions are at hand, even if they are only birds or mice.

For five weeks she was back among us, charming and entertaining us with high-energy stories about classmates, teachers and babysitting clients. Wendy was like the poet Emily Dickinson, taking her restricted little world and spinning it into something wonderful. She’d imitate voices and body language, re-create dialogue, invent dialogue and add commentary.

Held incommunicado and with TV-watching heavily restricted, she also resorted to reading, delighting her librarian mother by asking her to bring home books from work. Seeing the need to repair her academic career, she accepted her mother’s tutoring and micro-management of her assignments. Wendy herself began making an effort. Not a heroic effort, but kind of a gamely reluctant effort, like a starving person eating her first bugs. She wouldn’t allow me to help with homework, but at bedtime, she’d give me a friendly “Goodnight, Pop” along with a small hug, something she normally doesn’t do.

After her five-week sentence was up, she melted back into her 13-yearold world, emerging only partially at mealtimes to register complaints or to negotiate for rides or money. Her mother continued managing Wendy’s school assignments, and Wendy did better.

The next marking period, she only got two C’s. And we had our recidivist daughter back with us for a short time. Too short.

She’d been on the loose for only a couple of days when she borrowed my cell phone and lost it. (Her own phone’s battery was dead.) I mourned the loss of that phone; it contained an itty-bitty video game that involved flying a helicopter waging war on a convoy of enemy trucks. Each explosion was like a tiny orange flower. Sweet!

But much sweeter was the chance to punish Wendy for losing it. We sentenced her to one more week of family living.

She had big plans for her first 24 hours of freedom – a visit to her boyfriend, a dance at the school and a sleep-over at a girlfriend’s house.

As an SUV pulled up to take her away, I said, “Well, dear, it’s been nice having you around this past week. I’m going to miss you.” She just smiled in a kindly way that I recognized; it was the way a girl smiles at her old boyfriend when she’s just traded-up. Then she was gone.

Would it be wrong to demand straight-A’s?

Rick can be reached at rickepstein@yahoo.com.

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our child’s vision is essential to her success in school. When her vision suffers, chances are her schoolwork does, too.

Vision problems are common among school-age kids. According to Prevent Blindness America, one in four school-age children has vision problems that, if left untreated, can affect learning ability, personality and adjustment in school.

School-age children also spend a lot of time in recreational activities that require good vision. After-school team sports or playing in the backyard aren’t as fun if you can’t see well…

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Warning Signs of Vision Problems in Kids Refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism) are the most common cause of vision problems among school-age children.

Parents, as well as teachers, should be aware of these 10 signs that a child’s vision needs correction: 1. Consistently sitting too close to the TV or holding a book, smart phone or tablet computer too close 2. Losing his place while reading or using a finger to guide his eyes when reading 3. Squinting or tilting the head to see better 4. Frequent eye rubbing 5. Sensitivity to light and/or watery eyes 6. Closing one eye to read, watch TV or see better 7. Avoiding activities which require near vision, such as reading or homework, or distance vision, such as participating in sports or other recreational activities 8. Complaining of headaches or tired eyes 9. Avoiding using a computer, because it “hurts his eyes” 10. Receiving lower grades than usual Schedule an appointment with an eye doctor—an optometrist (OD) or ophthalmologist (MD)— if your child exhibits any of these signs.

A visit with the eye doctor may reveal that your child simply has myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness) or astigmatism.

T hese common refractive errors are easily corrected with eyeglasses or contact lenses. Or a more subtle vision problem that could interfere with learning might be found.

Learning Disabilities Learning disabilities are another concern with school-age children.

According to a 2014 report by the National Center for Learning Disabilities, there are 2.4 million American public school students—approximately 5

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percent of the total public school enrollment— identified with learning disabilities (LD), and two-thirds of these are boys.

Learning disabilities are psychological disorders that affect learning; they are not vision problems. But learning-related vision problems sometimes can coexist with LD or be associated with learning disabilities.

In fact, a recent study conducted by researchers at the Mayo Clinic found that children with certain binocular vision problems were significantly more likely to be diagnosed with learning disabilities and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) than children with normal eye alignment.

A multidisciplinary approach usually is the best way to find the cause of learning problems.

Consultation with your child’s teacher

should be the first step. But it’s wise also to consult with an eye doctor who specializes in eye exams for children and your pediatrician for additional advice and possible referral to specialists.

What Is Streff Syndrome?

Streff syndrome, or non-malingering syndrome, is a rare visual condition that causes both distance and near vision to deteriorate temporarily. Most common among children ages 10 to 14, this condition also decreases the eye’s ability to focus (accommodate), often causing struggles with schoolwork.

Symptoms of Streff syndrome include: • Blurred near and distance vision that are not improved by glasses or contact lenses • Reduced contrast sensitivity • Increased sensitivity to light • Difficulty focusing on reading and schoolwork • Healthy eyes with no signs of eye conditions or diseases The disorder is thought to be brought on by high levels of emotional stress and tends to affect girls more than boys. Triggers could include a troubled home life, bullying, high anxiety and/or extreme pressure to get good grades.

Because the symptoms cannot be immediately corrected with glasses or other vision correction, children with Streff syndrome can feel helpless. But don’t worry! Focus on resolving the cause of the stress, and perhaps talk to a counselor about getting help. Nearly all cases of Streff syndrome resolve over time, and eyesight typically returns to normal.

Eye Exams: How Often?

According to the American Optometric Association, children should have their first eye exam when they are 6 months old, then again by age 3 years, and again just before starting school.

School-age children should have a comprehensive eye exam every two years after that if they have no visual problems. But if your child requires eyeglasses or contact lenses, schedule visits every 12 months.

Frequent eye exams are important because during the school years your child’s eyeglasses prescription can change frequently.

Your eye care practitioner also will ensure that your child has the visual skills required for success in school and sports, such as accurate and comfortable eye teaming, peripheral vision, ease of focusing from distance to near and hand-eye coordination.

The Problem with Vision Screenings Keep in mind that a vision screening performed by your pediatrician or a school nurse or volunteer is not a comprehensive eye exam.

Vision screenings are helpful for detecting common vision problems like myopia, but they can miss serious problems that your eye care practitioner would catch. Studies have found that up to 11 percent of children who pass a vision screening actually have a vision problem that needs treatment.

Also, children who fail vision screenings often don’t get the vision care they need.

Two studies published by the American

Academy of Ophthalmology found that 40 to 67 percent of children who fail a vision screening do not receive the recommended follow-up care by an eye doctor.

One reason for this lack of compliance is poor communication with parents who may or may not be present at the screening. One study found that two months later, 50 percent of parents were unaware their child had failed a vision screening.

The best way to make sure your child has the visual skills he needs to excel in and outside the classroom is to schedule routine comprehensive eye exams with an eye doctor who specializes in children’s vision.

react to sad faces can help determine their risk of developing depression over the next two years.

The researchers measured the pupils of children of depressed mothers while they viewed angry, happy and sad faces on a screen.

For two years afterward the children were assessed for depressive symptoms. Those with relatively greater pupil dilation when viewing sad faces tended to have higher levels of symptoms and to have a clinically significant depressive episode earlier after the screen test.

The study was published in the Journal of Abnormal Psychology in July 2015.

The Eyes May Reveal Depression Risk in Children We all know that the eye’s pupil reacts to light, dilating in dim light and contracting when it’s bright. Researchers have been finding that the pupil can react differently to various types of images as well, serving as a biomarker for emotional and mental states.

According to a study by scientists at Binghamton University, how children’s pupils

All About Vision has been providing consumers accurate and up-to-date information about eye care and vision correction since 2000 at www. allaboutvision.com. Content appearing in All About Vision is written and/or reviewed by licensed independent eye care professionals. In 2015, AllAboutVision.com served more than 45 million visitors.

About the Author: Gary Heiting, OD, is senior editor of AllAboutVision.com. Dr. Heiting has more than 25 years of experience as an eye care provider, health educator and journalist. His special interests include contact lenses, nutrition and preventive vision care.

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Farmers Markets Creswell Farmer’s Market. Every Tues May through October. Farm fare ranges from local fruits and vegetables to home grown meats. 4pm - 6pm, First and Oregon, Ph 541.895.2096 Hideaway Bakery Farmers Market.

Every Saturday 9am-3pm (per vendor availability), behind Mazzi’s Restaurant, Ph 541.868.1982 MarketPlace @ Sprout! Showcases the best of Lane County’s organic and locally-grown farm products. Farm fresh eggs, local meats and fish, plus produce, grains and artisan goodies. Music and activities vary week to week. Sprout! Every Friday, rain or shine, 3-7pm, FREE! Ph 541.345.7106 Lane County Farmers Market. Over 85 growers and producers, grown locally.

Support your community and get the freshest goods, direct from the source!

Every Sat 9am-3pm & Tuesday 10am3pm, April – Sept, 8th & Oak Blocks.

Winter Farmers Market: Feb – March, park blocks. Holiday Farmers Market: Mid Nov – Mid Dec, Lane Events Center, Sat 10-5/Sun 11-5pm. FREE! Ph 541.431.4923 Winter Green Farmers Market.

Emmaus Lutheran Church, Weds 2pm–6pm, June–Oct. Ph 541.743.3366 Veneta Farmers Market. Every Sat 10am–2pm, June–September, Luther Lane & Territorial, Ph 541.285.4376 Cottage Grove Market. 10th & Washington, Mon – Sat, 10am–6pm yearround, Ph 541.337.7684 Food for Lane County Youth Farmers Market. Thurs 2pm–6pm, June–October, Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend.

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Story Times Downtown Public Library Story Times.

Baby Story time (ages 0-1) Fridays 10:15 & 11:15am. Wonderful Ones Story time, 10:15 & 11am, Terrific Twos Story time, Tues 10:15 & 11:00, Preschool Story time (ages 3-6), Weds 10:15 & 11:00, Sensory Storytime (for kids with sensory integration issues or special needs) Weds 1:00pm. Ph 541.682.8316 Family Story Time (all ages). Fri 10:15am and Fridays at 10:15am at Bethel Branch Library.

Ph 541.682.8316 Preschool Story time (ages 3-6) Weds 10:00am. Lapsit Story time (ages 0-3) Weds 10am, Sensory Storytime (for kids with sensory integration issues or special needs) every other Thurs, Springfield Public Library, Ph 541.726.3766 Curious Kids Storytime with Taylor. 2nd and 4th Sunday at 6:30pm. Springfield Public Library, Ph 541.726.3766

board, paddle, personal flotation device, dry bag and invasive species permit. SUP2UOREGON will load and unload your board and get you in and out of the water, hassle free. Weather permitting. Autzen Canoe Canal, Mon/Wed 5:308:00pm, $15-55, Ph 541.799.5020

Outlying Area Events Cottage Grove Concerts in the Park series.

Ian McFeron Band, Aug 3rd / Annie Mae Rhodes Band, Aug 10th / Windy Ridge Aug 17th / Bohemia Park Amphitheater, 6:30-8:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.942.2411 Just Us Festival - Oakridge Concerts in the Park. 2 days of rock and roll! Back in the ‘80s a local band made it to the radio. Each year, members of this band come back for a reunion and some of them bring their current bands! This is a time to celebrate long-time friendship and talent. Greenwaters Park, Aug 6th, Fri noon8pm/Sat noon-5pm, FREE! Hamlet. Something truly is rotten in the state of Denmark. Hamlet is a legendary tale of revenge, rich in vivid imagery, complex characters and powerful language, bolstered by Shakespeare’s unrivaled humor and wit. Aug 12 – 28th, Cottage Theater, Thur – Sat: 8-10pm/Sun 2:30pm, $1520, Ph 541.942.8001

Hometown Highlights Oregon Festival of American Music 2016.

Celebrates the role that popular entertainment played during World War II in capturing and nurturing this spirit. Includes 5 evening and 3 matinee concerts, an all-new production of the 1944 musical On The Town, films, lectures and community events. July 29 - August 13.

The Shedd Institute of the Arts, see website for program details. www.theshedd.org

Barnes & Noble weekly story time.

Whimsical Weds 6:30pm. Toddler-Time, Weds 10am. Saturdays at 11am, Ph 541.687.0356

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All Access Dance Party at Whirled Pies.

Get your dance on at Whirled Pies with a free all access, all ages dance party on a Tuesday afternoon! 4:30pm, FREE, Ph 541.338.9333

Public Skate @ The Ice Center. Call for skate times. Ph 541.682.3615 Saturday Market/Farmers Market.

The oldest, open-air market in the United States offers great food, local crafts and live entertainment. Every Saturday, April-Nov, 8th & Oak St. Rain or shine. 10:00am – 5pm, Ph 541.686.8885, FREE! “2PM Talks” A docent-led talk every Tues thru Sun at the Museum of Natural and Cultural History, included with price of admission. Ph 541.346.3024

Teens @ 2:00. Buttons. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

Chalk and Marimba Festival. Springfield Public Library, 1pm, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 Ninkasi Pints for a Cause - Nearby Nature.

Join a fundraiser at Ninkasi where $1 for every pint sold will be donated to Nearby Nature.

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“Tapping into Clean Water” at The Science Factory Children’s Museum. This Summer plunge into water science with this mini exhibition that explores how clean drinking water gets to your home - through August.

Also come check out our great shows in the Dome! Features change weekly, with Seasonal Stargazing everyday at 1:30. Ph 541.682.7888 After Hours SUP Paddle. Concierge service provided including a first class gear fitting -

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WJ Street Food Fest. Enjoy a variety of Eugene’s fine food trucks while CaraVan plays Van Morrison’s Moondance album. Washington St & Jefferson St, 6:30-8:30pm, FREE! WREN at the Fern Ridge Library. Kids are invited to join the Willamette Resources and Education Network for a free presentation at the Fern Ridge Library. 1:30pm, FREE! Little Family Yoga with Brynne Blevins.

Springfield Public Library, 10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

3 WEDNESDAY Hailey Verhaalen Band. Verhaalen, who has performed at Oregon’s biggest rodeos and in Nashville, Tenn., delivers tightly crafted, catchy songs that lift her above the norm of today’s pop country. Dorris Ranch, 6:30-8pm, FREE! Ph 541.736-4004 DJ Avitar Virgonian. Now! Performing Art Series. Old school, eclectic vinyl collector that breaks out his favorites and rarities for everyone to experience. Kesey Square, noon – 1:30pm, FREE! The Boy and the World. Outdoor Family Film.

The Jordan Schnitzer Art Museum’s outdoor film program returns this summer with the 2013 film The Boy and the World, suitable for ages 8 and up. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 8:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.346.3027

4 THURSDAY OMSI Science Pub. Discuss the future of Nanotechnology with David Johnson, PhD, Professor of Chemistry and Rosaria P. Haugland, Foundation Chair at the University of Oregon. Whirled Pies at Cozmic, 5pm, $5, Ph 541.338.9333 Create it: Maker Day in the children’s area.

Springfield Public Library. 1-3:00pm, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 SpringFilm: ‘Road Warrior’ The 2016 SpringFilm theme is Cult Cinema — films characterized by active and lively communal followings. Each film will feature a unique introduction by a special guest speaker and will be followed by a moderated discussion. Wildish Theater, 6:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.736-4004 Teatro Milagro: Mijita Fridita. During the Mexican Revolution, young Fridita learns to overcome hardships and stay true to herself in order to become the legendary artist in this play. Hult Center Plaza, 5:30-6:15pm, FREE!

Let’s Misbehave Oregon Festival of American Music, July 29 - August 13 using hit songs by ABBA. Rated PG-13. State Street Park, 9pm, FREE! Tripolee Concert. You’ll want to dance to Tripolee’s eclectic blend of indie, funk, folk and psychedelic rock with a dash of electronic dance music. Arrowhead Park, 6:30-7:30pm, FREE! First Friday Art Walk. A monthly art walk hosted and led by special community guests.

Enjoy wandering the local galleries and venues and viewing a variety of art. 5:30-8:00pm, FREE! Ph 541-485-2278 Free First Friday. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and Museum of Natural and Cultural History allow you to enjoy the museum’s new exhibits and old classics for FREE today! 11:00am-5pm

6 SATURDAY First Saturday Park Walk. Join this interpretive walk led by a naturalist. Meet in the parking lot at Dillard Rd and Hidden Meadows Dr. 9-11am, FREE! Ph 541.682.5329

5 FRIDAY Cascade Cream Puff 2016. Created to introduce mountain bike enthusiasts to some of the most pristine and challenging single track wilderness trail routes in the Pacific NW. A 100 mile mountain bike race, not suitable for kids.

Office Covered Bridge, noon-7pm, $129-209, Ph 541.913.4318 First Friday Jazz Concert: Joe Manis Trio.

Jump into First Friday ArtWalk fun with a high-

energy Dixieland band. Downtown Library, 6-7:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5450 Jazz Concert: Joe Manis Trio. Featuring Manis on tenor saxophone, Dave Captein on bass, and Randy Rollofson on drums. Downtown Library, 6-7:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5450 Movie in the Park: Cool Runnings. Bring a flashlight, blankets and lawn chairs to settle down in when the movies starts. Fort Park, movie at 8:30pm. FREE!

Cabela’s Family Campout. If sleeping under the stars sounds like your kind of Friday night, then this is the event for you. Load up the gear and bring the family down for a good time in the outdoors.

Cabela’s will be on hand to provide some fun and games for the kids. No food provided.

Space is limited. $5 in-district/$6 out-of-district, Clearwater Park, 5pm, Ph 541.736-4004 Movie in the Park: Mama Mia. The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father told

Whiteaker Block Party Celebration. Concerts all afternoon and into the night. Check out Fastman (2 - 3 p.m.), Cameron Weslee (3:30 4:30 p.m.), Soul Vibrator (4:30 - 5) and more.

Raise your glass, move your feet and celebrate the Whiteaker Neighborhood! Hop Valley Brewing Company, 2:00-10:00pm, FREE! Ph 815.662.7178

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Dorris Ranch History Saturday, August 13th Party in Bethel Community Park. A true community experience! Play games, get your bike tuned up, tinker with the Library’s new maker exhibits or grab a bite from a local food cart.

Live music and dancing with Cuban salsa band Azucar. 5:30-7:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.4831 End-Of-Summer Carnival at the Fern Ridge Library. Kids and families are invited to celebrate the end of summer with an all-ages party at the Fern Ridge Library. 1:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.935.7512

10 WEDNESDAY Son de Cuba Concert. This high-energy quartet plays a happy, danceable blend of salsa, merengue, cumbia and Latin jazz. Meadowlark Park, 6:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.736-4004

11 THURSDAY Chicken BBQ at Santa Clara Fire Station.

The first chickens of the 59th Annual Santa Clara Fire Chicken BBQ will be off the grill about 11 a.m. and on sale until they’re gone; usually around 3pm. Meals can be eaten at the station or packaged to go. Santa Clara Fire Station #61, 11am, $7-12, Ph 541.688.3697 Coburg Car Classic. Family friendly event featuring a pancake breakfast, BBQ chicken lunch, an engine blow and make it/take it model building for kids. Win prizes in raffle drawings! Coburg City Park, 8am-3pm, FREE! Ph 541.228.8650

AUGUST SCHEDULE & PROMOTIONS AUG 4 Grateful Dead Night 7:05 pm presented by PBR

AUG 5 Cowbucker Giveaway 7:05 pm presented by Kendall & KEZI AUG 6 Star Wars Night presented by 7:05 pm A Whole New World Travel AUG 7 Military Appreciation presented 5:01 pm by Original Roadhouse Grill

Movie in the Park: Paper Heart. Charlyne Yi travels across America to make a film about a subject she doesn’t fully understand: love. Rated PG-13. University Park, 9pm, FREE!

7 SUNDAY Blackberry bRamble. Long been known for its scenic route, extraordinary food at rest stops, reliable support and free blackberry pie and ice cream at the finish! The centerpiece a full century (100 mile) ride with more than 6000 feet of elevation gain. For those wanting less of a workout, there are 62, 40, 20 and 10 mile rides Hilyard Community Center, 6:30 – 9:00am start to 4:00pm, $39-49, Ph 541.342.7649

AUG 18 Teacher Appreciation presented 7:05 pm by PeaceHealth AUG 19 Sasquatch Awareness Night 7:05 pm AUG 20 Rubber Boy Appearance 7:05 pm

Scandinavian Festival 2016. Three stages of entertainment featuring choral and instrumental groups, folk dancers, children’s dancing and lots of informational demonstrations, presentation, Scandinavian handcrafts such as Hardanger Embroidery, bobbin lace and Rosemaling.

Junction City, 10am-10pm, FREE! Family Fun Night at Petersen Barn. A free fun-filled evening, including dinner and games, crafts and live entertainment. Dinner served until 6:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5521

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Drop-In Tree Climbing. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to climb into the canopy of a centuries-old Oregon white oak? Here’s your chance with two drop-in tree climbing events.

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Scandinavian Festival 2016.See the 11th

9 TUESDAY Teens @ 2:00. Movie. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

Dirty Dandelions Concert. New time folkgrass complete with banjo frailing, flatpicking, washtub bass and three-part vocal harmonies.

Arrowhead Park, 6:30-7:30pm, FREE! Little Wonders: Stories and Activities for Pre-K. This month, explore the creepy, crawly world of bugs, search for them in the native plant courtyard and create some fun bug crafts to take home! Museum of Natural and Cultural History, ages 3-5, 10:30am – 12:30, Free-$5, Ph 541-346-3024

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Positive Hits Tour. Passion, Danny Gokey, Capital Kings and Hollyn. Cuthbert Amphitheater, Gates open 6pm/show 7pm, $20-55, Ph 541.762.8099

Calamity Jazz. A carousel of music from jazz to big band to Broadway tunes. Washburne Park, 6:30-7:30pm, FREE!

AUG 8 Good Karma Monday 7:35 pm presented by NWCU AUG 17 Pajama Night 7:05 pm

Sell It: Kids’ Caravan: A Children’s Market on the Fountain Plaza 11:00am - 2:00pm.

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Second Friday Art Walk – Starts at Springfield City Hall, 5:00pm, FREE! Movies in the Park - Rio. With the 2016 Summer Olympics occurring in Rio de Janerio all eyes will be on Brazil. We couldn’t pass up the opportunity to bring a little Rio to Springfield.

Rated PG. Before the movie the park will come to life with music and a samba lesson. Pacific Park, 8:00pm/movie at 8:30pm, FREE! Wine Camp at Bennett Vineyard. A relaxing and adventurous weekend! Admission includes a camping, wine, vineyard tours, lunch, aroma sensory class, wine pairing dinner, campfire, dessert and mimosa breakfast on Sunday. Come as early as Friday to set up! Register in advance for this wonderful wine lover’s getaway. Set up 4pm, $27 - $174, Ph 541.221.8592

13 SATURDAY Scandinavian Festival 2016.See the 11th Little Women. A play based on Louisa May Alcott’s novel. Campbell Community Center, 6pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5318 History Spoken Here. Living History staff offer tours through the ranch and its historic structures. All ages. Dorris Ranch, 10am, FREE! Ph 541.736.4544 Bugs by the Billions Nature Quest. Go on a creepy, crawly bug safari in the Walama Butterfly Meadow. Use butterfly nets, magnifiers, bug barns and more to catch and learn about all sorts of cool critters. Alton Baker Park, $5, Ph 541.687.9699 Movie in the Park: The Secret World of Arrietty. The Clock family are tiny people who live in another family’s residence. Life changes when their daughter is discovered. Rated G. Willakenzie Park, 9pm, FREE!

14 SUNDAY Sunday Jams. Local DJs will be spinning beats and jams for the whole family. Sladden Park, 6:30-7:30pm, FREE! Little Women. A play based on Louisa May Alcott’s novel. Maurie Jacobs Park, 6pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5318 Scandinavian Festival 2016. 10am – 8pm, see the 11th

16 TUESDAY Little Family Yoga time. Springfield Public Library, 10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 Party in Awbrey Park. A true community experience! Play games, get your bike tuned up, tinker with the Library’s new maker exhibits or grab a bite from a local food cart. Live music and dancing with Mood Area 52. 5:30-7:30pm, FREE!

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Eugene Symphony Connect Concert. Eugene Symphony presents Symphony Connect, a new chamber music initiative that features programming beyond the concert hall. Expect classic sounds with a modern twist. Island Park, 6:30pm, FREE! Ph 541.736-4004 1968 Planet of the Apes: Movie in the Park.

An astronaut crew crash lands on a planet in the distant future where intelligent talking apes are the dominant species and humans are the oppressed and enslaved. Rated G. Kesey Square, 8:30pm, FREE!

18 THURSDAY Tinker Tech: Robotics. 1:00-2:30pm. For grade

school and middle school. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 Eugene’s Got Talent. Cheer for short acts by kids and teens at this annual variety show.

Downtown Library, 5-7pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5450 Little Women. A play based on Louisa May Alcott’s novel. Petersen Barn Center, 6pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5318 Full Moon Tree Climbing. Enjoy a midsummer full moon night from the canopy of an Oregon white oak! In partnership with Eugene Parks & Rec. Climbing instruction and safety equipment provided. Reg required. Mount Pisgah Arboretum, 7-9pm, $45, Ph 541.741.3817

21 SUNDAY Eugene Children’s Film Festival. This year’s theme: Change! Wildish Community Theater. To register, contact Academic Achievement Center, Ph 541.654.4999 Sunday Jams. Local DJs will be spinning beats and jams for the whole family. Sladden Park, 6:30-7:30pm, FREE!

Scandinavian Festival Thursday - Sunday, August 11-14 22 MONDAY

19 FRIDAY Movies in the Park - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

A troubled child summons the courage to help a friendly alien escape Earth. Rated PG. Trainsong Park, 9:00pm, FREE! ‘Grease’ Sing-a-long. Come dressed in your Rydell High best for a chance to win prizes in the costume contest! You can even learn how to Hand Jive before the movie. Check out the classic cars motoring on in for the Springfield Car Cruise on Aug. 20. 7:30pm, movie at approximately 8:30pm.

Willamalane Center, FREE! Ph 541.736-4004 Family Game Night. Dance in the courtyard to DJ beats or keep it low-key with board games.

Swim next door for just $2. Sheldon Community Center, 6-8:30pm, FREE! LEGO Club for kids. Springfield Public Library, in children’s area, 2-4pm, Ph 541-726-3766

20 SATURDAY Inside Out (in Spanish). Play inside the pool at 6 p.m. with the Spanish version of Disney Pixar’s hit Inside Out on a giant screen at 8pm ! Echo Hollow Pool, 6-10pm, Ph 541.682.5525 Border Collies International Performance.

Space limited, please arrive early. Springfield Public Library, 1:00pm, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766 Willamette Valley 5k Fun Run. Raise funds for the Child Development Center. Run for a great cause and celebrate your finish with face painting, music, prizes, raffles, crafts and more! Maurie Jacobs Park, 8:30am-1pm, $20-30, Ph 541.762.4559 Little Women. The Roving Park Players present the Louisa May Alcott classic, adapted and directed by Vicki Harkovitch. Share the joys and sorrows of one of American literature’s first families. Rain or shine (canopies provided). Island Park, 6:00pm, FREE! Ph 541.914.2374

Drop-In Tree Climbing. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to climb into the canopy of a centuries-old Oregon white oak? Here’s your chance with two drop-in tree climbing events.

Climbing instruction and safety equipment provided. Mt. Pisgah Arboretum, 4-7pm, $15, Ph 541.747.3817

24 WEDNESDAY Close Encounters of the Third Kind. After an encounter with UFOs a line worker feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen. Rated PG. Kesey Square, 8:30pm, FREE!

25 THURSDAY Neighborhood Ice Cream Social. As summer comes to an end, spend an evening enjoying free ice cream and music. Campbell Community Center, 5:30-7pm, FREE! Ph 541.682.5318

people with different beliefs. Alton Baker Park, noon-6pm, FREE! Ph 541.912.0251

checking out classic cars! Fifth Street Public Market, noon-3pm, Ph 541.484.0383

Tree Walk at Mt. Pisgah. Gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the region’s trees with Rich Kelly, retired forester with the BLM. Learn to identify 12 common trees and develop an understanding of the important ecological relationships of trees in communities. Mount Pisgah Arboretum, 10am2pm, $5, Ph 541.741.3817

Sunday Jams. Local DJs will be spinning beats and jams for the whole family. Sladden Park, 6:30-7:30pm, FREE!

28 SUNDAY Blues, Brews and Classic Car Show.

Admission is three cans of food or $3, with all proceeds going to Food for Lane County. Plan on bringing the whole family down to enjoy live music, great food, tasty beer and wine while

Back to the Future: Movie in the Park. A young man is accidentally sent thirty years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean and must make sure his high-school-age parents unite in order to save his own existence. Rated PG. Kesey Square, 8:30pm, FREE! Movies in the Park – Stranger Than Fiction.

An IRS auditor suddenly finds himself the subject of narration only he can hear. Rated PG-13.

Sladden Park, 9pm, FREE!

Game Day. 1:00-3:00, Grade and Middle Schoolers only. Springfield Public Library, FREE! Ph 541-726-3766

26 FRIDAY Tap & Taste. Come be a part of Springfield’s premiere food and drink celebration! Sample small plates and tasty bites from some of your favorite local restaurateurs. Enjoy live, local music and receive a souvenir glass and taste tickets.

Tickets are $15 advance/$20 gate. 5th and A Street, Springfield, 5pm, Ph 541.736-4004

27 SATURDAY Eugene Pagan Pride Day. A benefit for Food For Lane County with workshops, information tables, live music, merchants, food trucks, kid games, crafts and a Pagan harvest ritual.

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Preparing for Kindergarten S

by Alexa Bigwarfe

ummer is passing by more quickly than pl anne d, and you may b e panicking because you’re sending your child off to kindergarten. Are they ready? Are you ready? Kindergarten is one of the largest milestones in a young child’s life, and you want to ensure you, and your child, transition smoothly.

Summers McBride graciously answered some questions about preparing for the big start.

As a kindergarten teacher, she offers helpful insight and suggestions for making the jump to kindergarten successful.

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WHAT ARE THE 3-5 MOST I M P O R TA N T t h i n g s a parent can do to prepare their child for kindergarten (in the month before school starts?)

Before school begins you could visit the school and take a tour- visit the important places, kindergarten hall, cafeteria, etc. Practice getting in/out of car seats so the car line will be less stressful, or visit the bus stop and talk about procedures for riding a bus. Have your child practice writing their name with a pencil. Practice counting objects and counting aloud. Most importantly, reading daily and ask questions as you read to your child. Examples of simple ways to help develop pre-reading skills while reading together include, pointing to words on the page as you read, or having your child point to words, or asking her how many words

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are on a page.

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WHERE DO YOU SEE PARENTS PUTTING unnecessar y effor t?

I think we are all guilty of this; worrying too much about things that don’t truly matter. Things like having the perfect outfits, shoes, hair styles, lunch boxes, and

sparkly school supplies. Additionally, don’t panic if your kids do not know their letters, numbers, or are not reading yet. Children will be assessed prior to school, or shortly after school begins, and placed by to skill level. There is a large variation in skill level for children entering school their first year, but by the end of the year, your child will be where they need to be to enter first grade.

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DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR a first time Kindergarten parent?

Trust and talk with your child’s teacher often. We love your children just like they are our own and we truly want the best for each and every child in our classroom.

Keep the morning goodbye short, sweet, and positive because some students are very anxious the first few days. It’s very encouraging for the student if you remain calm and upbeat because children can sense when a parent is stressed or sad.

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CAN YOU RECOMMEND ANY GOOD BOOKS to can help prepare mom and dad for the first week?

The best children’s book I know of is The Night Before Kindergarten. Otherwise, I think books for parents vary depending on the kind of child.

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WHAT ARE SOME IDEAS IF PARENTS want to bring a gift for their teacher the first week?

The biggest gift is having support, and

knowing you have parents to help you. But, for the parents who are unable to help in class, I know they like to show their support/ love other ways. For me, the worst part of preparing for my day is making my lunch.

When a parent offers to bring me lunch - that is a wonderful gift! Coffee is great too! As for a gift, I can’t speak for all teachers but things we use in the classroom is also very helpful: pens, stationary, tissues, disinfectant wipes, hand soap, etc.

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ANY OTHER TIPS OR POINTERS FOR moms and dads?

Just try not to worry, and if you have questions, thoughts, or concerns feel free to talk to your child’s teacher. I am huge on communication and being on the same page with parents so things remain consistent for my students; great communication helps everyone involved. Other tips for after the school year starts: • Bring a snack when you pick up your child

Parents of 3-7 year olds

from school. Many kindergartners eat lunch very early, so by the end of the day, they are very hungry.

• B e prepared for homework . Yes, kindergarten in many schools has daily homework.

• Plan for rest time. School will wear them out. Especially those children who have never been in an all-day program or are still used to

taking a nap.

Good luck as you begin this exciting and sometimes scary adventure into education.

Remember these tips, and try to enjoy it!

Alexa Bigwarfe is the mother of three young children and a freelance writer. She writes about her experiences through motherhood and is particularly familiar with this topic as she prepares her middle child for kindergarten in the fall.

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Movie Time

Chloe, Max, and Mel try to find a solution.

by Bonnie L. Harris

Uncovering Secret Lives Illumination Entertainment Rated: PG Now in theatres

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fter the publicity blitz for The Secret Life of Pets, I was secretly concerned that the previews stole the best barks of the new animated feature from Illumination Entertainment.

Happily, the film does much more than sit, stay, and roll over!

It’s a frisky, fun-filled glimpse of what happens to our furry and feathered critters when their owners aren’t around.

In the big city of New York, a

pooch named Max thinks he’s the luckiest dog in the world until his owner, Katie, brings home a hairy, overbearing new brother named Duke. Determined to get rid of the slobbery sibling, Max turns to his four-footed best friends Gidget, Mel, and Chloe for advice. But as Max puts his eviction plan into action, Duke turns the tables

and lands them both in the dog catcher’s truck. After a daring escape, Max and Duke are lost on the wrong side of the river and hounded by a wacky rabbit named Snowball who leads an underground band of unwanted pets. With Snowball’s rebels on the hunt, Gidget rallies a search party to find Max and Duke.

Through sewers, skyscrapers, and sausage factories, Max and Duke finally realize they need each other in order to get back home. Unfortunately, Snowball is still prowling for revenge and he causes a near fatal car crash that

FOR THE PARENTS The Savage Within The Legend of Tarzan Warner Bros Pictures, Rated: PG-13 Now in theatres

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eginning as a period piece set in 1884, The Legend of Tarzan often backtracks in its telling of an orphaned child raised by a band of African gorillas who saves the Congolese people from slavery. Directed by David Yates, the film’s spectacular cinematography blends effortlessly with the remarkable CGI animals making The Legend of Tarzan breathtaking to watch. Not surprisingly the story mirrors the character of Tarzan, aka John Clayton III, Lord Greystoke, an English aristocrat who keeps a brutal past under

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tests the dogs’ new friendship.

The stylish animation and attention to detail in The Secret Life of Pets is fabulous and the rapid-fire action, pet jokes, and clumsy humans keep the story upbeat and bounding along to its exciting finish. Oddly, the supporting pets such as Duke the outcast brother, Gidget the Pomeranian aka warrior princess, and the tyrannical Snowball are much more interesting than our modest hero Max. But all’s well when pets and owners finally reunite. As always, watch the credits for an extra surprise!

the central rebellion against human trafficking shores up the sometimes thin narrative. The supporting characters, such as Samuel L. Jackson’s Dr. George, are slightly melodramatic, but nonetheless entertaining. Overall, The Legend of Tarzan is a good story well told.

wraps for the sake of fitting into proper British society.

Tarzan reawakens, however, after John returns to Africa accompanied by his wife, Jane the Lady Greystoke, and Dr. George Williams in order to follow the George and John find trail of Belgian slave trader, Leon the gorillas.

Rom. In the exciting hunt for the blood-thirsty Rom, John sheds his civilized manner revealing in both flashback and ongoing action how the myth of the King of the Jungle evolved. Plenty of death-defying stunts, harrowing rescues, and hungry predators keep the film edge-of-your-seat thrilling while

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Earthtalk from the Editors of “E” the Environmental Magazine

Dear EarthTalk: Why did Ringling Brothers stop using elephants in its circus performances?

— Marianne Lusko, Bern, NC

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fter endur ing years of criticism from animal rights activists, Feld Entertainment, the parent company of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, announced in March 2015 that it would phase out the use of endangered Asian elephants in its circus performances within three years. Then, less than a year later, the company said it was expediting the process and would be retiring the 11 elephants still travelling for circus shows even earlier—by May 2016.

These last working circus pachyderms are now able to join 31 of their predecessors at the Center for Elephant C o n s e r vat i o n , a 2 0 0 - ac re elephant refuge in central Florida created by Ringling Bros. in 1995 to care for, conserve, breed and study Asian elephants. “ T here ’s been somewhat of a mood shift among our consumers,” says Alana Feld, the company’s executive vice president. “A lot of people aren’t

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$270,000 in 2011 for violations of the Animal Welfare Act. Some of the documented abuses include Ringling Bros. elephants getting whipped and beaten by trainers and “yanked by heavy, sharp steel-tipped bull hooks behind the scenes, prior to performing.” A PETA investigator who travelled with Ringling Bros. for several months documented many of the circus’ elephants swaying and rocking continuously—“neurotic and abnormal behavior typically seen in animals who are suffering from extreme stress, frustration, and boredom.” Meanwhile, baby elephants were “torn away from their mothers and subjected to violent training sessions [to] learn how to per form tricks.” PETA adds that at least 30 elephants, including four babies, have died prematurely from accidents or disease while travelling with Ringling Bros. since 1992.

While circus fans will certainly miss the elephants’ presence in the ring heralding the opening of each show and performing synchronized dance routines,

they’ll be glad to know that these lovable and endangered animals will no longer suffer abuse or be exploited for their entertainment value.

That said, Ringling Bros. does continue to use lions, tigers, zebras, llamas, goats, horses, camels and dogs in its circus per formances—a fact that animal rights activists remain unhappy about. For its part, PETA wants Ringling Bros. to pull all of its animals from their performances immediately.

“Tigers and lions spend most of their lives in cramped transport cages,” the group reports, adding that these and other animals travelling with the circus “are denied everything that is natural and important to them.”

CONTACTS: Ringling Bros.,

comfortable with us touring with www.ringling.com; Center for our elephants.”

Elephant Conservation, www. ringlingelephantcenter.com; PETA, No doubt, part of the reason www.peta.org; HSUS, www.hsus.org; for that mood shift has been ASPCA, www.aspca.org. the advocacy work of groups like the American Society for the EarthTalk® is produced by Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss and is a Prevention of Cruelty to Animals registered trademark of the nonprofit (ASPCA), the Humane Society Earth Action Network. To donate, visit of the United States (HSUS) www.earthtalk.org. Send questions and People for the Ethical to: question@earthtalk.org.

Treatment of Animals (PETA)— each which has campaigned tirelessly to halt the use of Asian elephants i n A m e r i c a ’s iconic circus act.

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It’s a good idea to put some rules in place.

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2016 Education Resource Guide

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Your Guide to Local Schools, Preschools & Educational Resources

Education Resource Guide

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8:30 - 12:30, ext. care 8-3

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See website or call

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7:30-5:30

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Preschools Dancing Sol Nature-Based Preschool Eugene Montessori School ISMT Preschool Lane Child and Family Center

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7:00am-5:30pm

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Full- and part-time options

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180

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nonsectarian

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Christian

varies

No

Private Schools Eugene Waldorf School Lifegate Christian International School LIFE! Lutheran School

1:10

40

8:30 - 3:00

open

Lutheran

call

No

Oak Hill School

1:15

210

8:00 - 3:15

open

No

please call

Yes

O’Hara Catholic School

1:18

520

8:05-3:05 ext. care 2:40 - 6:00

open

Catholic

call

No

St. Paul Parish School

1:18

294

8:10-3:00

open

Roman Catholic

call

No

1:7 / 1:8

30

8:00 - 9:00 / 9:00 - 2:00

open

yes and no

varies

Yes

Temple Beth Israel Wellsprings Friends School

1:10

60

9:00 - 3:00

open

no

$700/month

No

Willamette Christian School

1:15-20

220

8:20-3:30pm ext. care options

open

yes

web or call

No

Bridge Charter Academy

1:12

125

9:00-12:00 once per week

9/6/16

no

none

No

Ridgeline Montessori School

1:14

240

8:40-3:15

March 9

no

none

No

Eugene Ballet Academy

varies

varies

varies

open

no

varies

Yes

Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras

varies

varies

varies by ensemble

Sept-Oct

no

see website

Yes

Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

varies

varies

Wed 11-8; Th-Sun 11-5, tours by request

varies

no

varies

Yes

1:10

varies

varies

open

no

$100/yr

Yes

1:1

open

varies

open

no

call

No

Public / Charter Schools

Educational Resources

Lane County 4-H Lane Tutoring Service Museum of Natural and Cultural History

varies

open

Tue-Sun, 11-5

varies

no

Varies, scholarships avail

yes

National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics

1:8

ongoing

M-F 9-noon & 2:30-8pm/ Sat 9am-2pm

open

no

Varies, Call For Info

Yes

Nearby Nature

varies

ongoing

see website for specific programs

on-going

no

varies

Yes

Oregon Ballet Academy

varies

ongoing

Mon-Fri 3pm-7pm, Sat 9am-1pm

varies

no

call

Yes

Oregon Tutor

varies

open

Monday-Thursday 10-8, Friday 10-6

open

no

Varies, scholarships avail

Yes

The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts

varies

open

M-F 9am-8pm, Sat 9-12:30

open

no

varies

Yes

Science Factory Children’s Museum

1:14

open

Wed – Sun 10am - 4pm, Everyday in Aug

open

no

admission only

Yes

TGA Golf/Tennis Afterschool Enrichment

1:8

varies

afterschool

open

no

$105

Yes

Special Ed Consultant, Debra Levinson, M.A

1:1

open

flexible

none

no

please call

No

Willamalane Kids Club

varies

varies

After-school/No-school/Some morning care

open

no

varies

Yes

Xcape Dance Academy

2:10

open

afterschool

open

no

$300/month

Yes

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Preschools Dancing Sol Nature-Based Preschool 896 Sundance Street Eugene, OR 97405 541-357-9559 DancingSol.com Please see our ad on page 22.

Would you like your preschooler outside connecting with nature every single day? Dancing Sol supports the whole child in all areas of their development, and does this through teaching a comprehensive nature program.

Contact us for a visit! (Summer nature camps for preschoolers are taught through our sister organization: Whole Earth Nature School.)

Eugene Montessori School 2255 Oakmont Way Eugene, OR 97401 541-345-7124 www.eugenemontessorischool.com

Eugene Montessori School offers a quality education for children age 2 1/2 - Kindergarten.

The individual curriculum fosters the child’s natural curiosity and love of learning while building self-confidence and independence. In our multi-age classrooms, children work together as a community caring for each other and the environment. For more information or to schedule a tour, please call 541-345-7124

ISMT Preschool 3575 Donald Street, Ste 250 Eugene, Oregon 97405 541-285-1916 http://ismteugene.org/ Please see our ad on page 22.

The mission of the International School of Modern Technology is to provide all students with a rigorous, comprehensive, and relevant education while promoting personal development and cultural literacy to help students achieve academic excellence. It provides pre-reading and math literacy, music and swimming. ISMT’s curriculum focuses on developing students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). These disciplines are delivered in a holistic culturally responsive environment.

Reggio inspired, high quality preschool education for the entire community!

Call us for a tour!

541-463-5517 lanecc.edu/cfe/lcfc LCC Main Campus Building #24

Where Children Grow!

Nationally accredited with the highest rating by Oregon’s Quality Rating Improvement System

Eu g e n e M on tes s o r i S cho o l E d u c a t i n g fo r a b e t t e r w o r l d s i n c e 1 9 6 2 .

Lane Child and Family Center 4000 E 30th Ave Eugene, OR 97405 541-463-5517

http://lanecc.edu/cfe/lcfc LCFC offers high quality, Reggio inspired education for the entire community. Parent participation is welcome and financial aid is available! Our curriculum focuses on purposeful play, developing creativity, cognitive, emotional and motor skills.

We provide opportunities for children to experiment with a variety of materials in a safe

A quality Montessori education for children 2 1/2 through kindergarten. The individualized curriculum includes music, Spanish, P.E., snacks and a wholesome hot lunch.

Call for a tour!

541.345.7124 • 2255 Oakmont Way • eugenemontessorischool.com

You’ve got big dreams for these little guys.

Make Willamalane preschool classrooms their next launching pad.

WILLAMALANE CENTER 250 S. 32nd St., Springfield willamalane.org CALL TODAY: 541-736-4544 “LOVE THEIR PRESCHOOL PROGRAM. Wish I could have put both my kids in earlier instead of in home day care for so long.” — Preschool mom Denny Price

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environment, along with natural, outdoor playscapes. Teachers respect children’s unique needs and allow development at their own pace.

Newberry Child Care 999 Willamette St. Eugene, OR 97401 541-484-4011 www.downtownac.com

Located in the heart of downtown Eugene, Newberry Child

Care provides an active learning environment for children. In affiliation with the Downtown Athletic Club, Newberry has access to a reserved gymnasium, swimming pool, courts, and studios for indoor activities.

Newberry Child Care has been awarded a 4-Star designation from Oregon’s Quality Rating Improvement System (QRIS).

International School of Modern Technology

Pre-School …where joy is learning.

Patterson Preschool 2801 W 18th Ave Eugene, OR 97402 541-345-0515 www.pattersonpreschoolcoop.org

Where Learning is Child’s Play!”

Patterson Preschool focuses on a play based model of early education of the 3 to 5 year old. Our experienced teacher focuses on nurturing the whole child through creative exploration and socialization. As a parent run cooperative we are able to offer low tuition costs in exchange for the time and talents of our parents, inviting each family to become a part of our community.

Willamalane Park and Recreation District 250 S. 32nd St. Springfield, OR 97478 541-736-4544 www.willamalane.org/preschools Please see our ad on page 21.

• STEM Integrated Program • International Cultural Perspective • Pre-School Literacy • Year Round • After School Program

Willamalane preschools offer a rich mix of educational, social

Charter Schools Bridge Charter Academy 60 S. Pioneer Street Lowell, OR 97452 541-543-5339 www.bridgecharter.com

Bridge Charter Academy is a tuition-free, Personalized Learning School serving Homeschool and alternative students in Lane County. The Bridge model is for parents, teachers, and students to collaborate and customize a

PRESCHOOL NOW ENROLLING A 5-star QRIS Program Welcoming to all Open to children ages 2.5-5

Bring ad for 10% OFF your first month.

moderntechweb@gmail.com 3575 Donald St., Suite 250 Eugene, OR 97405 Established in 1984

ismteugene.org 541-285-1916

and recreational activities for kids ages 3-5. Children enjoy story time, early literacy programs, snacks, art and imaginative play. Half-day and full-day programs are designed to fit your schedule. The program is endorsed by the Oregon Environmental Council as an EcoHealthy child care provider. Open House: August 11th from 10-12.

• Experienced Staff • Spacious Classrooms • Covered Play Area • Program hours: 9 am-2 pm, early morning drop off 8 am

1175 E. 29th Ave. • (541) 345-7314 • tbipreschooleguene.com

NOW A 5-STAR QRIS RATED PROGRAM! Only 5-Star Program in Downtown Eugene

LOCATED IN THE DOWNTOWN ATHLETIC CLUB 999 Willamette St • 541.484.4011 www.downtownac.com

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Ages 2 1/2 - 6 Years Preschool & Pre-K Program On-site Swim Lessons Qualified & Experienced Staff State Certified

CALL FOR A TOUR!

Learning Plan for each student which focuses on the student’s learning style, interests, and academic goals. Bridge will facilitate this personalization with access to: music, science labs, curriculum, teachers, an accredited diploma, educational software, technology, and a learning cohort for interaction and encouragement. Opening Sept 2016, enroll today for students in K-10. Call for details.

Ridgeline Montessori School 4500 W. Amazon Drive Eugene, OR 97405 541-681-9662 www.ridgeline.org

Ridgeline Montessori provides an academically rigorous public Montessori education. Students balance their freedom to explore and think for themselves with their responsibility to work and learn within a community.

grade 8 since 1980. Our mission is to educate the whole child for the future, equally engaging body, mind, and spirit. Our teachers foster a love of learning by enlivening the imagination, strengthening the creative will, deepening understanding, and awakening a sense of community. Our academic program integrates the arts, humanities, and sciences. We strive to help all children develop their unique physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual capacities. This enables each individual to responsibly enter in freedom into an ever-changing local and global community.

LIFE! Lutheran School 710 E. 17th Ave. Eugene, OR 97401 541-342-5433 www.lifeschooleugene.org

LIFE! Lutheran School is a place where the love of Christ is freely

F Morning Preschool 3 & 4 Year-Olds

F Full Day Kindergarten F Grades 1-8 - Small Class Sizes - Low Teacher/Student Ratios

F State Certified Child Care F Before and After School Care 710 E. 17th Avenue F Eugene, OR 97401 (541) 342-5433 F www.lifeschooleugene.org

Private Schools Eugene Waldorf School 1350 McLean Blvd.

Eugene, OR 97405 541-683-6951 www.EugeneWaldorf.org Please see our ad on page 24.

The Eugene Waldorf School is one of over 1,000 Waldorf schools worldwide and has been serving preschool through

Homeschool Families!

Bridge Charter Academy in Lowell is a Personalized Learning School designed to serve homeschool and alternative students in Lane County.

 Tuition free:  Teachers & Curriculum  Music & Technology  Science Labs  Extra-curricular Activities  Opening September 2016  Enroll K-10 students today For more information please contact John at 541-543-5339 or john@bridgecharter.com.

“Fueling the fire for learning!”

BridgeCharter.com Sponsored by Lowell School District Believing in Options for Parents!

• Challenging curriculum • Self-directed learning • Multi-age classrooms • No tuition 2016–17 applications due: March 8, 2017 4:00 pm Enrollment: 250 School hours: 8:40–3:15

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shared. Academic excellence is accomplished by a highly qualified, dedicated, and caring faculty who work diligently to assist each of the students in reaching his/her individual potential. LIFE! Lutheran welcomes students from Pre-3 through 8th grade.

Tours are available Monday Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm. Along with quality education in the core subjects, our curriculum

also includes instruction in electives and fine arts such as Spanish, choir, guitar, ukulele, and unique physical education opportunities.

Lifegate Christian International School 1052 Fairfield Ave Eugene, OR 97402 541-689-5847 www.lifegatechristian.org

Lifegate is a fully accredited,

Lifegate Christian internationaL sChooL

inter-denominational Christian school for grades 6-12. Since 1993, we’ve assisted families in pursuing excellence in Christ centered education, promoting citizenship and social responsibility, where courses incorporate a Christian world view, biblical apologetics, and emphasis on critical thinking. Lifegate teachers assist students through encouragement, inspiration, small classes, and individual instruction when needed. Grounding their faith, we prepare this

Global Education through Christian Discipleship

• Now enrolling High School and Middle School • Automatic tuition discounts for Veterans/Military, First Responders and Ministry as well as other possible grants • Accredited by AdvanceEd. Introducing new: • International Programs and Summer Camps • Flexible Homeschool and Part-Time Options • Dual College Credit Options

Lifegate isn’t just a school, we’re family! Come see what we’re all about.

21211 Coburg Rd, Harrisburg OR • 541-689-5847 • www.lifegatechristian.org

generation for the 21st century’s challenges.

Oak Hill School 86397 Eldon Schafer Dr Eugene, OR 97405 541-744-0954 www.oakhillschool.com

K-12 independent school focused on educating the whole student-- creating caring and responsible critical thinkers.

Rigorous college preparatory program complimented by the visual, literary, musical and performing arts. Foreign language programs include Mandarin, French, and Spanish. Collaborative learning environment that focuses on the individual student. Small class sizes, strong personal relationships and rapport between faculty, students, and parents.

100% of graduates admitted to four year colleges. 45%

Is your child getting the best education available?

Is your child getting the best education available?

Academic excellence and lifelong learning.

Accepting applications for Accepting applications for kindergarten kindergarten through through12th 12th.grade.

Call now nowto toschedule scheduleyour your Call personal tour: 541-744-0954 personal tour: 541-744-0954 Academic excellence and lifelong learning.

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86397 Eldon Drive 86397 EldonSchafer Schafer Dr. Eugene, Oregon 97405 Eugene, Oregon 97405 www.oakhillschool.com www.oakhillschool.net

of high schoolers are National Honor Society members. Multiple AP exams offered.

2015-16 School Year. Please contact the school for more information.

around holidays and is age appropriate and inclusive of all.

O’Hara Catholic School

Temple Beth Israel

Wellsprings Friends School

715 W. 18th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402 541-485-5291 www.oharaschool.org

1175 E. 29th Ave Eugene, OR 97403 541-345-7314 www.tbipreschooleugene.com

3590 W. 18th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402 541-686-1223 www.wellspringsfriends.org

O’Hara Catholic School serves students from Preschool through 8th grade in a nurturing, enriching environment. With an exceptional academic program and a strong focus on faith and values, students develop confidence, compassion, and a love of learning. Specialists teach music, band, choir piano, art, Spanish, reading, PE and library. Founded in 1889. Fully accredited.

Open House Sunday January 25th from 1:003:00pm.

We are a 5-star QRIS accredited program. We accept children from ages 2.5 – 5 years and we provide a well-rounded curriculum. Our program is play-based and developed through thematic units. We are a welcoming community that accepts all children.

We have a Judaic aspect of our program which revolves

Wellsprings is an accredited, independent, non-profit high-school, founded in 1994.

Offering small classes, a vari-

◊ Fully accredited ◊ Grades 9-12 ◊ Enrolling year-round ◊ Small classes ◊ 10:1 student-teacher ratio ◊ Diverse student body and faculty

◊ Student-centered curriculum ◊ All learning styles welcome ◊ Music and art classes ◊ Strong sense of community ◊ Personal and academic growth ◊ 501 (c)(3) independent non-profit

WELLSPRINGS FRIENDS SCHOOL “The Little School with the Big Heart”

St. Paul Parish School

3590 West 18th Eugene OR 97402 (541)686-1223 Wellspringsfriends.org

1201 Satre St. Eugene, OR 97401 541-344-1401 www.sploveskids.com

St. Paul Parish School is a fully accredited Preschool through 8th grade elementary program in the best tradition of Catholic education. Our mission is to provide a Catholic education fostering spiritual growth and academic excellence in a safe, nurturing environment. Currently Accepting Applications for the

ety of learning/teaching styles, lots of personal attention, and a safe, nurturing environment, we provide an engaging highschool experience for teenagers whose needs are not met in other settings. Our teachers create supportive relationships that value each student’s individual emotional, social and academic needs.

The Good News in Education!

For 127 Years, O’Hara Catholic School has provided an exceptional education for students in Pre-School through 8th grade, offering a faith-filled community that nurtures the whole child. From academics to values and community service, O’Hara prepares students for high school, life and beyond.

NOW ENROLLING!

St. Paul PA R I S H S C H O O L

Providing a quality Catholic education for students in preschool through 8th Grade for over 50 years.

715 W. 18th Avenue, Eugene, OR 97402 | Ph: (541) 485-5291 | www.oharaschool.org

1201 Satre Street Eugene, OR 97401 541-344-1401 www.saintpaul-school.org

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Willamette Christian School 2500 W. 18th Ave. Eugene, OR 97402 541-686-8655 www.yourWCS.com

Willamette Christian School has been serving Eugene and educating children for over 35 years. WCS offers Bible-based education for children age 3 up to the 8th grade. Featuring an exceptional academic program which includes PE, Band, Choir, Technology, Library, Sports, and much, much more! Committed to training our students academically, physically, spiritually, and socially. Nationally accredited through ACSI and AdvancED. Visit our beautiful campus today!

Educational Resources Eugene Ballet Academy 1590 Willamette Street Eugene, OR 97401 541-686-9342 www.eugeneballetacademy.org

The Eugene Ballet Academy, the Official School of the Eugene Ballet Company, provides training for ages three through adult at all levels from beginning through professional.

The Eugene Ballet Academy encourages the development of self-esteem, discipline, physical fitness, musicality, grace and an appreciation for the art of dance. Classes include classical ballet training from Pre-Ballet

through professional, Creative Movement, Pointe, Variations, Jazz, Lyrical Jazz, Modern, Tap, Hip Hop, and Dance Conditioning, and offers many performance opportunities for all ages.

Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras PO Box 5666 Eugene OR 97405 541-484-0473 www.esyorchestras.org

ESYO has been a cornerstone of high-quality music education for 82 years! From String Academies in elementary schools, to first-rate performing orchestras, ESYO is home to our community’s youth symphonies. We offer orchestral training from 4th-12th grade, and need-based program and private lesson scholarships.

Inspire. Lead. Grow. Play! Take a journey of discovery through music!

AFTER SCHOOL ART CLASSES To learn more, visit our website at

jsma.uoregon.edu or call 541-346-3027 for more information

EO/AA/ADA Institution committed to cultural diversity

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Ballet Modern Jazz Tap HipHop

Imagine, Believe, Achieve, Become.

The Official School of the Eugene Ballet Company

541-686-9342

eugeneballetacademy.org Midtown Arts Center 1590 Willamette, Eugene

Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art 1430 Johnson Lane Eugene, OR 97403 541-346-3027 jsma.uoregon.edu

The JSMA offers an active program for youth and families.

Programs include art classes for preschool, elementary, middle and high school students during the school year, art camps during school breaks and Family Days, which feature art projects inspired by museum exhibitions, music and theatrical performances, and family-friendly tours.

Lane County 4-H 996 Jefferson St Eugene, OR, 97402 541-344-5043 http://oregon.4h.oregonstate.edu/

4-H is the largest positive youth development program in the nation, and we are proud to offer this great resource in Lane County. Programming is through 10 different community clubs all around Lane County, and projects range from photography and robotics to sewing and animal science. Any hobby or activity can become a 4-H project. Through these projects 4-H instills belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity.

Scholarships available.

well as curriculum design for home-schoolers or summer skill-building. Our teachers are dynamic and engaging, and students enjoy working with us as they reach for greater success.

All subjects, plus SAT/ACT and college admissions preparation.

Serving Eugene/Springfield since 1990.

Museum of Natural and Cultural History 1680 E. 15th Ave. Eugene, OR 97403 541-346-3024 www.natural-history.uoregon. edu/

Inspire wonder! The museum’s K-12 programs emphasize fun, inquiry-based learning in science and social studies. At the museum or in your classroom, students can dig deep into Oregon’s geology, archaeology, and natural history. All programs align with Oregon and national

National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics 1205 Oak Patch Rd. Eugene, OR 97402 541-344-2002 www.naag-gymnastics.org

Joshua Hirschstein, Director

Nationally Renowned Program.

Fun gymnastics and fitness programs for children 1-18 and Adults! Increase physical ability and self-confidence in a fun and positive environment. Gymnastics, Movement, Trampoline/ tumbling, Cheerleading, Girls and Boy Teams, Open Gyms, Birthday Parties, No School Day Activities and Camps for Summer, Winter and Spring Break.

Where Fitness is Fun and Confidence Grows.

LANE

TUTORING S! ERVICE, INC. • • • •

Expert, Certified Teachers One-on-One All Subjects, K-12 SAT/ACT Prep and College Admissions Experts

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Trusted in-home tutors

lanetutoringservice.com since 1990.

N at ional Ac a d e m y o f Artis tic Gy m n a s tic s Classes for All Ages Pre-school School Age Camps Open Gyms Birthdays Adult Classes Breakdancing

Where Fitness is Fun and Confidence Grows FREE TRIALS!

Learn and play at the museum!

Lane Tutoring Service

1205 Oak Patch Road • Eugene, Oregon • 541-344-2002 • www.naag-gymnastics.org

2141 Crest Drive Eugene, OR 97405 541-484-4133 www.lanetutoringservice.com

Lane Tutoring Service is a oneon-one, in-home tutoring and college preparatory service serving student in grades K-12. Our professional teachers design programs that cater to each student’s unique strengths, needs and demeanor. We offer schoolyear support, focusing both on academic and study skills, as

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standards. Visit our website to learn more about museum-based learning experiences, or how to bring one of our programs to your school.

Lane County 4-H A project for every imagination!

Registration open now!

541-344-5043

Little Wonders STORIES AND ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOLERS SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH $5 per family Free for MNCH members 1680 E. 15th Ave., Eugene natural-history.uoregon.edu 541-346-3024

Lanecounty4h@oregonstate.edu

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Nearby Nature P.O. Box 3678 Eugene, OR 97403 541-687-9699 www.nearbynature.org

Enjoy nature, science, play, adventure, art, and gardening!

Based outdoors in Alton Baker Park, Nearby Nature leads day camps, field trips, class visits, costumed Kinder Critter programs, Green Start Play Days, no-school-day events, and out-

door school presentations for kids in pre-school through middle school. On weekends, we host Nature Quest adventures and special events for families.

Don’t miss the Haunted Hike on Oct 22nd! We also serve middle and high schoolers as a partner in the Network Charter School. Scholarships, discounts for members, service learning projects, and volunteer opportunities are available.

EngagE ExcitE inspirE

Oregon Ballet Academy 3400 West 11th Ave Eugene, OR 97405 541-338-7800 www.oregonballetacademy.com

OBA is directed by John Grensback, formerly with the New York City Ballet, Joffrey Ballet and principal dancer with the Houston Ballet. OBA offers pre-ballet, ballet, boy’s ballet, pointe, partnering, improvisation, Pilates, modern, tap, hip hop, jazz funk and ballroom.

Our weekly tuition free all boys ballet

541-682-7888 sciencefactory.org

No-School Day workshops • Field Trips Camps • Birthday Parties • Tot Days

Haunted Hike October 22nd!

class for ages 9-18 yrs serves as a model for dance organizations around the country and was written up in Time Magazine.

Sleeping Beauty Ballet will kick off our upcoming season this Fall.

Oregon Tutor 1144 Gateway Loop, Ste 100 Springfield, OR 97477 541-733-1749 http://www.oregontutor. com/

At Oregon Tutor, we believe one-on-one tutoring greatly enriches the lives of our students. We offer private tutoring to students ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade, as well as adults. Our philosophy is to help students of all ages achieve their academic goals by providing tutors of the highest quality while working at each student’s pace.

We like to work in tandem with the school teacher and home, to ensure that we are working as a team towards common goals.

The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts 868 High St. Eugene, OR 97401 541-434-7015 www.theshedd.org

School Field Trips No School Days Nature Quests Kinder Critters Classroom Visits Green Start Play Days Scholarships Available!

Register 541-687-9699

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The Shedd Institute offers music, theater arts, and dance instruction with classes, camps, and private instruction for all ages and on most instruments.

“Discovering Instruments” classes give students a handson exploration before choosing one to study. Open to creating classes for home-schoolers to fit curriculum needs. Member of the National Guild of Community Schools for the Arts. Financial assistance available.

Science Factory Children’s Museum and Exploration Dome 2300 Leo Harris Parkway Eugene, OR 97401 541-682-7888 www.sciencefactory.org

Participate in any of our NoSchool Day or Homeschool workshops, summer and holiday vacation camps, Girls’ Science Adventures, afterschool clubs, Tot Discovery Days and more.

Each Science Factory program is a unique science learning opportunity designed to ignite your child’s curiosity.

TGA Golf/Tennis Afterschool Enrichment 2361 Garland Place Medford, OR 97501 541-390-5200 http://playtga.com/soregon/

TGA brings the golf course and tennis courts to your elementary school, making it convenient

and easy to learn to play golf or tennis right on your school campus in a safe and secure environment. Students will learn golf or tennis as well as rules and etiquette, character building skills and educational concepts.

All equipment is provided and financial aid is available.

of time? Let me share my 25+ years of experience in public and private non-profit special education with you, so you can go forward with confidence.

Board Certified Educational Therapist / Licensed & Certified Speech-Language Pathologist

Special Ed Consultant, Debra Levinson, M.A

250 S. 32nd St. Springfield, OR 97478 541-736-4544 http://willamalane.org/kids-club/

dtlevinson@gmail.com Eugene, OR 97405 541-844-4600

If you have a child with special educational needs, you probably have plenty of questions: How do I interpret all the numbers in this report? What can I expect at an IEP meeting? How do I know my child is getting the right kinds of services for the right amount

it me v i t s! c A Friends!

Willamalane’s after-school and no-school-day programs provide safe and supervised activities supporting literacy, science, the arts and physical education.

For before-school care, check out Willamalane Early Start.

• Classes conducted on-campus, after school day • All equipment is provided • Coaches provide group and 1-on-1 instruction • Academic lessons and rules & etiquette included ®

Debra Levinson, M.A. Special Education Consultant Board Certified Educational Therapist Licensed & Certified SpeechLanguage Pathologist 25 years experience in public and private non-profit special education settings

For more information go to www.xcapedance.com

Willamalane Kids Club

TGA enrichment programs make learning golf and tennis convenient and affordable!

Xcape Dance Academy

Call 541.912.1140 TODAY

Xcape Dance Academy has created an innovative care and dance program for a new generation. The program runs Mondays through Fridays from after school time (varies between schools) to 6:00pm.

Reliable and safe transportation is provided from selected Eugene schools to Xcape Dance Academy where children grades k – 5 enjoy afternoons of dancing, fun and creativity in addition to daily supervised homework sessions, snacks, arts and crafts, and games! Dance classes are taught by professional dance instructors and cover the genres of hip hop, jazz, break-dance, tap, and more!

We believe sports change lives.

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Look forward to an afternoon of dancing, fun, and creativity.

Transportation is provided from select Eugene schools.

420 W. 12th Eugene, OR 97405 541-912-1140 www.xcapedance.com

TGA Premier Golf and Tennis

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After School Program for grades K–5

Xcape Dance Academy

Don’t have a TGA program at your child’s school?

Contact us at 541-390-5200.

Join the Fun – Sign Up Today! www.PlayTGA.com/SOregon

$20 Account Credit When You Mention This Ad!

Come find out what we can do for you and your student this school year

Skype and FaceTime available

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osie is a very sweet and wise 8 year old lady who has nothing but love in her heart. She can be a bit shy, but has a hard time hiding her wagging tail when meeting people for the first time. Rosie does well with kids over six and with small dogs; however she has a harder time with dogs her own size. She enjoys getting out and would enjoy gentle play and relaxing neighborhood walks.

After all the adventures, Rosie would love to end the day with some nice relaxing cuddle time.

eorge is a quiet, dignified solid black kitty who would love to find a new home. He is a bit shy, but warms up after he gets to know and trust you, and is very sweet. He enjoys sitting in laps and chasing laser lights. Sweet George was abandoned when his family moved and left him behind, but a kind neighbor brought him to Greenhill so he could find a new home. He gets along well with other cats and has also done well with children. At six years old, George has a lot of life to live, and love left to give, and he’d love to give it to you.

Greenhill Humane Society is open for adoptions and visits Friday-Tuesday, 11am-6pm (closed Wed & Thurs) at 88530 Green Hill Road in Eugene. For more information call (541) 689-1503 or visit www.green-hill.org

Greenhill Humane Society is open for adoptions and visits Friday-Tuesday, 11am-6pm (closed Wed & Thurs) at 88530 Green Hill Road in Eugene. For more information call (541) 689-1503 or visit www.green-hill.org

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