Foster and Adoptive Parent Association of Lane County

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Foster and Adoptive Parent Association of Lane County
September 2010
Hello All,
I can hear the school bells a ringing! I hope that each of you are prepared for
the school year to begin. If you receive a child into your home in the next 2
weeks, give me a call and I will get a backpack full of school supplies to you as
soon as possible. We still have extra backpacks, so just let me know. A HUGE
thanks to Junior League of Eugene and Sleep Country for supporting our
children with supplies and backpacks. We appreciate you from the bottom of
our hearts! (Love you Whitney!!!)
September brings in another school year and learning new things. Well FAAPA
has the class for you! Our monthly meeting this month is on new regulations
that have changed drastically in the last 2 years. If you haven't been to the
core classes in the last 2 years, you are probably not aware of some of the huge
changes. We have seen a lot of homes getting into really hard places due to
just not knowing. Our own Tricia Brown is going to be our DHS lady of the
night. Details here in this Newsletter... (Sept 20th, 7pm. Child care provided
and doors open at 6:30). Hope to see you there!!
As our very short summer comes to an end, try to sneak in those moments that
we will remember for a lifetime. Lie outside on a blanket with your child on a
clear night and watch for shooting stars. Such a beautiful site! If you are in
need of any support please feel free to contact me at any time!
Proud to be your President,
Tammy Hadley
(541) 729-6309
joe_h7@yahoo.com
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All of the following people/companies contributed to make
this year’s Summer Picnic/Luau a huge success! Our most
sincere and heartfelt thank you go out to all of you. A
wonderful time was had by all!
Annesha Montez gifted us with amazing professional pictures of the fun events. All
pictures can be viewed on-line at http://anneshamontezphotography.com. At the bottom of
the page click on proofing and the password is “Family”. What an amazing contribution.
Thank you.
FAAPA
JR League
Christina Sutton – Picnic Chairperson
Tammy Hadley, FAAPA President
Happy Weinhold, FAAPA Money Advisor
Brigette Sherman, FAAPA Vice President
Shelley Kurtz, FAAPA Board Member
Caroline Wolfram, Jr. League
Nancy and Kayleen Burkett
Carl and Barbie Turner, FAAPA Board Member
Matt and Tiffany Nelson, FAAPA Board Members
Hadley Family, Sherman Family, Sutton Family Volunteers (kids and husbands)
Candice Oster and family, FAAPA Board Member
Lane County Fire Department
Ray's Food Place Veneta
Hosanna's Dance Studio
Caught n the act DJ ~ Free DJ service
Bimore
Learning Palace
Annesha Montez- photography
Sweet Life
Little Caesar's Pizza
Dr Dunn's office
Papa Johns Pizza
Air Gas
Caroline Wolfram
Pepperberries
Lane County Parks and Recreation
Gideons Bible
Action Rental
Frito Lay
Picnic Fundraising Committee
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FAAPA and Bags of Love are teaming up to support Foster Parents and the children
that come into care by getting you the Bags of Love faster!
If you receive a child into care just give us a call and we will get the bag to you.
The bag is full of emergent items that will assist in taking care of your kiddo during the first 48
hours. It has things like a quilt, pj's, a few diapers, toys, toiletries, books etc. No bag is the
same and every bag differs due to the donations they receive.
We look forward to supporting you and getting the bags to you! Call Tammy Hadley,
(541) 729-6309 or Brigette Sherman (623)204-3654
as soon as you are notified of the new child.
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GOODWILL VOUCHER PROGRAM TO BENEFIT DHS FOSTER FAMILIES
Goodwill has once again come through to help foster parents through its Good Samaritan Program. Here's
how it works:
Drop off your used-goods donations at any Goodwill Industries of Lane and South Coast County's Donation
Centers. Tell the attendant how much the donation weighs and that the donation is designated for the "DHS
Foster Care Program." You will receive a receipt for tax purposes. Your donation will be recorded and sent to
the Goodwill administration office. Donations can be gently used items such as clothing, shoes, housewares,
dishes, utensils, books or small electrical items. (Furniture and large items are not included.)
For every 200 pounds of donations dropped off at Goodwill Industries of Lane and South Coast County's
Donation Centers, a $10.00 voucher will be issued to DHS. Foster parents can request vouchers by calling
their certifier. They will be issued on the basis of economic need and are to be used for items for foster
children. If you have questions, please call Ashley Herbert at 726-6644 x 2238.
PHONE NUMBERS
Remember it is policy to notify your certifier if you change your phone number - we need to know how to
contact you! If you have multiple cell phones, tell us those too!
HARD TO PLACE SUPPORT GROUP
Due to lack of enough attendees to keep this support group open that was meeting every 3rd Thursday at the
1899 Willamette office from 6-8 p.m. will no longer be meeting.
An announcement in the newsletter will be made in the event a new group in future should be opened up to
support families who are struggling with challenging behaviors and or difficult situations.
It is recommended that you approach your certifier about valuable trainings offered in the community to help
offer tools to assist foster parents and or look into already existing support groups for foster parents in the
community that are mentioned in the newsletter.
Check out our updated website!
www.faapalane.org. We have added
a Classified Ads, Contributors, and
Attachment Tab!
A Message From the FAAPA Membership Outreach Coordinator….
WE NEED YOUR EMAIL ADDRESSES! Email brigettesherman@hotmail.com or visit the
website faapalane.org and fill out the form on the “contact us” tab. It is quick and easy and
FAAPA will keep you in the loop!
If you are currently not a member of FAAPA, become one today by contacting us via the
web, email or call!
It is my pleasure to support you…… Brigette Sherman (623)204-3654 (CELL)
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www.faapalane.org also lists all of these contacts and much more!
Remember:
Call Jennifer Faherty if you have issues or questions regarding regular foster care
payments or if you are interested in direct deposit information at 726-6644 x 2251.
Call Jordan Crowder if you have a child on psychotropic medications at 686-7722 x 360.
Call your child’s caseworker for mileage reimbursements, special rates and personal care.
Call Holly Steer at 726-6644 x 2248 or email at holly.a.steer@state.or.us if you want this
newsletter in a different format, or if you want on or off the distribution list.
Call Tammie Harris at 726-6644 x 2226 or email at Tammie.k.harris@state.or.us if you
want to register for a class.
Call Mary Echols at 349-4322 or email at mary.a.echols@state.or.us regarding medical
card or provider (medical or dental). Original medical card will go with the child to
his/her next placement.
Call or email Tricia Brown at 726-6644 x 2233 or patricia.brown@state.or.us for specific
training.
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Last Name
Abraham, Kendra
Adkins, Michelle
Alberts, Sandra
Amundson, Tamra
Angerbauer, Sandra
Arnold, Holli
Arthur, Maggie
Austin, Shannon
Bailey, Kristy
Ballard, Amelia
Bandaogo, Jordan
Bartolo, Wendy
Barton, Kathy
Beatty, Marissa
Beechinor, Diane
Berry, Janice
Black, Lynn
Blanco, Maria
Block, Shari
Boyet, Jennifer
Braatz, Brooke
Brands, Joni
Brodkorb, Terry
Brown, Gina
Brown, Linda
Brown, Nichole
Brown, Sara "Nell"
Brown, Tricia
Browne, Jennifer
Burden, Asha
Burns, Kelly
Burreson, Carrie
Byerly, Molly
Byfield, Bridget
Cahoon, Joan
Campbell, Mary Jo
Canizales, Lina
Carr, Gail
Carranza, Chris
Case, Josh
Work
Site
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Phone
Number
746-4054
349-4492
349-4464
684-2274
684-2328
349-4360
684-2351
726-6644 x2270
349-4351
684-2298
349-4427
767-2043
349-4349
684-2297
349-4488
684-2350
684-2230
726-6644 x2229
684-2275
726-6644 x2230
349-4318
684-2349
684-2285
349-4345
349-4462
349-4332
684-2283
726-6644 x2233
349-4426
684-2205
684-2305
349-4307
349-4342
684-2316
684-2314
349-4431
349-4300
349-4496
684-2281
349-4304
Position
SSA - Visit Cntr
HSS2/Fed Rev. Spec.
Case Worker/ICPC Spec.
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Paralegal
Certification
Support Staff
Line Manager
SSA
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Certification
Case Worker
SSA
Case Worker
Line Manager PEM-C
Case Worker
Case Worker
Line Manager
Case Worker
Case Worker
Adoption
SSA
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Line Manager
HSS2/Fed. Rev. Spec.
SSA
Line Manager
Case Worker
SSA - Well Being Team
Case Worker
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Caughell, Lorna
Chapman, Kim
Choate, Linda
Clements, Jill
Clemmons, Ryan
Cline, Linda
Cole, Mary
Compton, Dawn
Cook, Jason
Core, Samantha
Crowder, Jordan
Diehl, Gail
Dusseau, Tracy
Echols, Mary
Eckvall, Lisa
West
Gtway
Gtway
Will.
West
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Will.
West
West
West
West
Will.
West
684-2231
726-6644 x2258
726-6644 x2313
349-4429
684-2393
349-4481
726-6644 x2257
349-4343
349-4468
684-2392
684-2360
684-2350
684-2240
349-4322
684-2422
Escalera, Rosemay
Evans, Amy
Faherty, Jennifer
Fancey, Sara
Farmer, Rich
Farrell, Erin
Fellez, Cynthia
Foley, Clint
Forsberg, Libby
Frey, Jamie
Garber, Carie
Garcia, Rolanda
Geerlings, Melissa
Genz, Kurt
Genz, Sandra
Gibson, Eve
Gilbert, Karyn
Gima, Shannon
Glover, Beverly
Gonzalez, Chey
Gorrin, Brian
Grishin, Ilya
Hanson, Danielle
Harper, Julie
Harris, Tammie
Will.
Will.
Gtway
West
Will.
Gtway
West
West
West
West
Will.
Will.
Will.
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Gtway
West
Will.
Will.
Gtway
746-4054
349-4336
726-6644 x2251
684-2222
349-4353
726-6644 x2241
684-2267
684-2391
684-2272
684-2365
349-4414
349-4415
349-4472
349-4452
726-6644 x2267
349-4325
726-6644 x2240
349-4466
726-6644 x2239
349-4430
726-6644 x2306
684-2232
349-4358
349-4474
726-6644 x2226
Case Worker
Certification
Certification
SSA
Case Worker
Case Worker
Certification
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
SSA Visit Cntr
IV-E Eligibility Specialist
Support Staff
Case Worker
Support Staff
Adoption
Line Manager
Case Worker
SSA
Support Staff
Case Worker
CW Program Manager
Case Worker
Support Staff
Office Manager
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Adoption
SSA
CANS Screener
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
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Harry, Katherine
West
684-2376
Case Worker
Hawkins, Sara
Hayes, Gladys
Hedgpeth, Jill
Herbert, Ashley
Hirano, Todd
Hoberg, Jodie
Howard, Traci
Hughes, Kari
Hughes, Sarah
Huston, Sandy
James, Peter
Johnson-Garrick,
Erica
Jolin, Christine
Jones, John M.
Jones, Kaori
Julien, Seven
Julien, Katherine
Kallinen, Sherri
Karp-Curtis, Rae
Kauzlarich, Sue
Kennedy-Smith,
Ginny
Kirby, Cathleen
Kirchner, Jennifer
Klabo, Brent
Kolendar, Casey
Landauer, Cheryl
Lane, Erin
Lang Perkins, Jennifer
Larson, Pat
Latson, Latson
Lee, Samantha
Levine, Merrill
Lintner, Megan
Lopez, Susan
Lutz, Mike
Machuca, Rose
Mackey, April
MacNeil, Deb
Will.
West
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Will.
West
Gtway
Will.
Gtway
Will.
349-4313
912-2717
349-4323
726-6644 x2234
349-4469
686-7555
684-2273
726-6644 x2236
349-4327
726-6644 x2263
349-4460
Case Worker
SSA
Case Worker
Certification
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Adoption
Case Worker
Will.
West
West
Will.
Will.
Will.
West
West
Will.
349-4496
684-2272
684-2248
349-4486
349-4310
349-4484
684-2397
684-2390
349-4303
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Support Staff
Support Staff
Support Staff
Case Worker
Line Manager
Will.
West
West
Will.
West
Will.
West
Will.
Will.
West
Will.
Gtway
CG
West
Gtway
Will.
West
Will.
349-4461
684-2366
684-2413
349-4340
684-2226
349-4355
684-2252
349-4338
349-4479
684-2242
349-4313
726-6644 x2265
767-2063
684-2385
726-6644 x2271
349-4420
684-2381
349-4403
Office Manager
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
HSS2/Fed. Rev. Spec.
Case Worker
Case Worker
Line Manager
Case Worker
Case Worker
Adoption
Case Worker
Line Manager
Line Manager
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
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McClay, Kathleen
Gtway
726-6644 x2266
Adoption
McClure, John
McIntyre, Rebecca
McLain, Pat
McParland, Nicole
Medlen, Zane
Megowan, Vicki
Meyer, Jordan
Miller, Brandyn
Mills, Terry
Mohler, Dawnah
Monet, Amanda
Mora, Terah
Moses, Skip
Murray, Will
Notdurft, Alyssa
Nyby, Chuck
O'Brien, Pat
Oliver, Jessie
Omann, Alice
Owens, David
Palmer, Bill
Pankowski, Stacey
Parmer, Jodi
Parr, Gail
Pew, Twyla
Phelps, Jan
Plaster, Dan
Pressley, Daisy
Price, Denny
Priest, Leona
Putnam, Sydney
Reich, Catie
Reich, Jeanne
Reiter, Joe
Ridgway, Enika
Rivera, Lori
Rivera, Bethani
Robbins, Brianna
Robertson, Jen
Rodello, Laura
CG
Will.
CG
West
Gtway
Gtway
Will.
Will.
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Gtway
Will.
Gtway
West
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Will.
Will.
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Gtway
Will.
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Will.
Will.
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Will.
Will.
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West
West
Will.
Will.
West
Will.
Gtway
Gtway
West
767-2066
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
CANS Screener
Certification
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Line Manager
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Certification
Case Worker
Case Worker
SSA - Well Being Team
Case Worker
SSA
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
CW Program Manager
Case Worker
Support Staff
Line Manager
Case Worker
Office Manager
Support Staff
Certification
Adoption
Case Worker
767-2067
684-2261
726-6644 x2247
726-6644 x2235
345-4457
349-4330
684-2301
726-6644 x2304
349-4465
726-6644 x2215
684-2263
684-2396
684-2362
684-2257
349-4475
349-4319
684-2303
684-2337
684-2269
726-6644 x2302
349-4457
684-2321
349-4423
349-4407
684-2310
684-2281
349-4354
349-4348
684-2430
684-2262
684-2361
349-4302
349-4315
684-2243
349-4453
726-6644 x2237
726-6644 x2312
684-2320
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Rose, Vickie
Ruby, Amy
Rust, Raymond
Safford, Jeanne
Santiago, Ofelia
Saries, Ami
Schwarm, Cynthia
Schworm, Sasha
Searfus, October
Sessler, Kerry
Shuler, Sydne
Sierzega, Amy
Simas, Karen
Sims, Nicole
Singh, Aman
Solomon, Shawna
Spencer, Julie
Steer, Holly
Stepnioski, Brittany
Sterling, Christina
Stern, Mark
Stock, Cindy
Storms-Anderson,
Kristen
Summers, Leslie
Szacik, Mary
Tackett, Billy
Taylor, Sherry
Teeters, Ashley
Thomason, Trina
Thompson, Diane
Thompson, Justin
Tibbetts, Anastasia
Toth, Christy
Trotter, Alex
Trotter, Tina
Tucker, Chad
Turner, JoAnn
Turner, Trudy
Vahrenwald, Ana
Maria
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Will.
Gtway
West
West
Gtway
Gtway
West
West
Will.
Will.
Will.
West
Will.
Gtway
Gtway
Gtway
Will.
Gtway
Will.
349-4494
726-6644 x2252
349-4422
349-4346
726-6644 x2264
684-2384
684-2271
726-6644 x2256
726-6644 x2231
684-2216
684-2387
349-4473
349-4359
349-4333
684-2383
349-4316
726-6644 x2269
726-6644 x2248
726-6644 x2250
349-4463
726-6644 x2245
349-4311
Line Manager
SSA
SSA - Well Being Team
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Certification
Certification
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Line Manager
Support Staff
Support Staff
Case Worker
Certification
Support Staff
West
Will.
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Will.
West
Will.
West
West
Will.
Gtway
Will.
Will.
Gtway
Will.
684-2288
349-4478
349-4335
726-6644 x2242
349-4344
349-4341
684-2235
686-7555
684-2268
684-2212
349-4350
726-6644 x2268
349-4314
349-4301
726-6644 x2262
349-4321
Case Worker
Office Manager
Case Worker
Support Staff
Support Staff-Lead
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Line Manager
Case Worker
Line Manager
Adoption
Case Worker
CG
767-2078
SSA
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Van Rysselberghe,
Sheri
Vance, Teri
Wakefield, Jill
Wegener, Sheila
Wessling, Sara
White, John
Whitlock, Michelle
Whittlesey, Alicia
Willhite, Jennifer
Williams, Clarence
Williams, Lisa
Wishart, Naomi
Witham, Martina
Wolford, Rhonda
Wright, Jason
Wyand, Melanie
Xander, Kristin
Yang, Shoua
Will.
Gtway
West
Will.
West
Will.
West
Gtway
Will.
Will.
CG
Will.
West
Will.
West
Will.
Will.
West
349-4324
726-6644 x2228
684-2242
349-4302
684-2319
349-4334
684-2230
726-6644 x2259
349-4490
349-4317
767-2065
349-4347
684-2318
349-4309
684-2386
349-4456
349-4432
684-2394
Case Worker
SSA
SSA
Line Manager
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Adoption
Support Staff
Case Worker
Case Worker
Case Worker
Support Staff
Support Staff
Case Worker
Support Staff
SSA
Support Staff
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Foster Parent Resource Closet: West Eugene Family Center
We have clothes, shoes and various articles for foster kids. You can call the SSAs at the West Eugene Family
Center and arrange a time to come by, or just stop by and ask for us at reception. 686-7722, Libby Forsbergx272, Jill Wakefield x 242 or Chris Carranza-x281
Support Groups
Cottage Grove: The Cottage Grove Support Group is meeting on a monthly basis. Please call Penelope
Pilling at 767-0066 if you are interested in attending this group and to find out the date, time, and location of
the next group.
Elmira/Veneta: Theresa Donovan wants to get the support group up and going again. Please call her at
935-4278 and give her days of week and times that will work for you.
Florence: The Florence support group is still on hold. If anyone would like to get the support group in
Florence up and running again, please call Mark Stern at 726-6644 x 2245.
Junction City: This Junction City Support Group meeting on the 2nd Monday of each month at 9:30 AM at
the home of Shay Crabtree, 723 Kalmia, Junction City. Please call her at 520-4521 if you plan to attend or
would like more information.
Eugene-Springfield & Newer Foster Parent Support Group: This group will meet on the 2nd Tuesday
of the month at 5:30PM at Papa's Pizza, 4011 Main Street, Springfield. For more information, call Tiffany
Olsen at 744-7977.
NEW!!!!!!!!!!! The WESTFIR/OAKRIDGE support Group meets monthly. For more information please
contact George Johnson at 782-5921.
You are encouraged to attend the support groups, open to all foster parents. It is a great opportunity to meet
other foster parents and to get ideas and support. Also, you will receive TRAINING CREDIT.
Updated Foundations Class Schedule
on faapalane.org
Some of the new changes include:
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Florence classes are canceled for the
time being
Chris is temporarily reassigned
Enhanced to make it easier to read
Furlough days and off-weeks are more
clearly defined
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**************Please note that there are a variety of Foster Parent College Classes available.
The cost is normally $20, however, if you contact Tricia Brown to register, DHS will cover the
cost. Contact Tricia at 726-6644 x 2233 or go to the website www.fosterparentcollege.com for a
complete listing of offerings. **************
CPR & First Aid
Oct 20 and Nov 17
are the last 2 CPR and First aid classes we'll be offering this year
at the Gateway DHS.
6:00-9:00 PM
Passenger Restraint Training
Sept 22, October 27, and November 18
will be offered at the Gateway DHS.
6:30 to 8:30 PM
Trainer is Dan Plaster.
Please contact Tammie Harris at 726-6644 x 2226 to register.
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RECREATIONAL
What? Regional Sports Center: After School Drop-In: Work-out, play sports, video games.
Where? 200 South 32nd St. Springfield
Date? Monday-Friday
Time? 3pm-5pm
Cost? FREE
What? Family Nights at Cozmic Pizza: Bring the whole family to Cozmic Pizza on Wednesday evenings for a
variety of fun activities, music, and much more!
Where? Cozmic Pizza
Date? Every Wednesday
Time? 6pm-8pm
Cost? FREE
What? Family Fun Night: Start at Sheldon Community Center for food and games, and then a quick change and
it’s into the Sheldon Pool for a swim and a movie. The movie showing is Yellow Submarine (Rated G).
Where? Sheldon Community Center and Pool, 2445 Willakenzie Road
Date? Friday, 9/17
Time? 6pm-9pm
Cost? FREE
What? Family Movie and Game Night: Bring the family for a movie or meet friends at the Amazon Center. We
provide the games, popcorn, and movie, you just have fun! The movie showing is Cloudy with a Chance of
Meatballs (Rated PG).
Where? Amazon Community Center, 2700 Hilyard Street
Date? Friday 9/24
Time? 7pm-9pm
Cost? FREE
VOCATIONAL
What? Karen's Kool After-School Teen Class: Ages 12+. Learn basic machine sewing and pattern reading to
make fun craft or fashion items. Registration deadline: one week before scheduled class.
Where? Willamalane Community Center (448 S. 32nd, Springfield)
Date? Wednesdays, 9/22-10/13
Time? 3:30pm-5pm
Cost? $50 plus supplies
What? Wheel Throwing/Handbuilding: Ages 12 & Up. Begin to center, manipulate, and transform lumps of
clay into pots, bowls, cups, and mugs. All skill levels welcome. Supplies provided.
Where? Amazon Community Center
Date? Mondays, 9/27-11/15
Time? 6pm-8:30pm
Cost? $64 (included materials and supplies)
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What? Red Cross Babysitting Certification: Grades 6-12. Gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to care
for infants through school-age children. Participants receive a reference handbook, text aid and a “how to” CD
that will help your student write resumes and track professional information. Bring a sack lunch.
Where? Teen Center 400 S. 32nd Springfield
Date? Saturday, 10/2
Time? 9am-4pm
Cost? $40/person In District/ $44-Out of District
THE ARTS
What? Cozy Evening Concerts: Enjoy local music and a warm mug o’ joe!
Where? Supreme Bean Coffee Co.
Date? Every Friday
Time? 6pm-7:30pm
Cost? FREE
What? Belly Dancing: Ages 16 & Up. Learn powerful movement combined with grace and poise. No prior
dance experience necessary.
Where? Petersen Barn, 870 Berntzen Rd.
Date? Saturdays, 9/11-10/30
Time? 12noon-12:50pm
Cost? $28
What? Mother Daughter Belly Dancing: Ages 6 & Up: Enjoy time together learning the grace and rhythm of
Middle Eastern belly dancing. Develop your own style while having fun!
Where? Amazon Community Center
Date? Sundays, 9/12-11/14
Time? Ages 6-11 (3pm-3:45pm), 12 & Up (4pm-5pm)
Cost? $70/pair
What? Hip Hop & Break Dance: 13 & up. Students are introduced to the philosophy and culture behind the
movement of hip hop and breakdance. Fast paced and exciting!
Where? Amazon Community Center
Date? Thursdays, 9/16-11/4
Time? 4:30pm-5:30pm
Cost? $40
What? Coburg Antique Fair: Over 350 antique dealers from over six states bring their finest goods to the streets
of downtown Coburg. Food booths and musical entertainment make this an event for the whole family!
Where? Downtown Coburg
Date? Sunday, 9/12
Time? 11am-6pm
Cost? FREE
What? Guseppe Vasi’s Rome: Lasting Impressions from the Age of the Grand Tour: Giuseppe Vasi, captured
Roman street- and cityscapes with an eye for the daily comings-and-goings of both the aristocrat and the
beggar, and his images became well-known icons for travelers during the Age of the Grand Tour.
Where? Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art
Dates? September 24th-January 3rd
Time? 11am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday (Closed Mondays)
Cost? FREE admission on 9/24 & 9/25 $5/adults $3/seniors FREE/18 & under
CULTURAL DIVERSITY/AWARENESS
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What? Asian Kite Festival: Bring your kite or make one at the Asian Kite Festival. Enjoy an afternoon of kite
flying, competitions and prizes, and Asian kite exhibit and kite making class.
Where? Hilyard Community Center, Amazon Park, Eugene
Date? Sunday, 9/12
Time? 2pm-6pm
Cost? $5 supply fee if you make a kite at the festival
What? Fiesta Latina: This celebration of Latin music, food, art, and dance spices up Island Park. Fiesta Latina is
dedicated in helping promote cultural diversity by improving the understanding of the local Latino/Hispanic
immigrant population through a shared enjoyment of food, art, and entertainment.
Where? Island Park, 200 B Street, Springfield
Date? Friday, 9/18 (5pm-11:30pm) and Saturday & Sunday, 9/19 & 9/20 (11am-11:30pm)
Time? See above for times
Cost? $5/person (ages 10 and up) or $4 with a canned food donation; Kids under 10 are FREE
LOCAL FARMER’S MARKETS
Lane County Farmer’s Market: Thurs (noon-7pm) Sat (9am-4pm)
Where: 8th St, Oak & Park, Eugene
Bethel-Danebo Neighborhood Market: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
Where: Petersen Barn (887 Berntzen Rd) Eugene
South Eugene Farmer’s Market: Saturdays (9am-3pm)
Where: Southtowne Shoppes (28th & Oak) Eugene
Creswell Farmer’s Market: Tuesdays (4pm-6pm)
Where: Oregon Ave & First St. Creswell
Veneta’s Downtown Farmer’s Market: Fridays (2pm-6pm)
Where: Territorial Hwy & W. Broadway, Veneta
Crescent Village Market: Saturdays (10am-6pm) Sundays (11am-5pm)
Where: Crescent Village (2772 Shadow View Drive) Eugene
Hideaway Baker’s Saturday Farmer’s Market: Saturdays (9am-2pm)
Where: Behind Mazzi’s and Hideaway Bakery (E. Amazon) Eugene
Youth Farm Stand: Proceeds benefit Food for Lane County: Saturdays (10am-2pm)
Where: Lane County Youth Farm (705 Flamingo Ave) Springfield
FAMILY SUPPORT
What? Oregon Family Support Network (OFSN) Support groups for Parents: This is an open forum that
provides a supportive environment for parent led support groups. It is for families of children of all ages with
social, behavioral, and/or emotional challenges to share experiences, frustrations, and learn from others.
E Springfield/Marcola:
Where? The Child Center: 3955 Marcola Road
Date? Friday 9/10
Time? 6pm-8pm
Cost? FREE
**Light snacks and beverages provided**
Eugene:
Where? River Road Pool, 1400 Lake Drive,
Date? Friday, 9/17
Time? 6:30pm-8:30pm
Cost? FREE
**Kids swim free 6:30pm-8:30pm. Parents can join swimming after meeting for a cost. Swimming ends at 9pm.
RSVP so childcare can be arranged! **
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What? Oregon Family Support Network (OFSN) Family Fun Night: Join other parents and families to skate
and talk with each other.
Where? ALL GROUPS are meeting at Skateworld this week! 3188 Gateway Loop in Springfield
Date? Friday, 9/24
Time? 7pm-9pm (families can skate after the event until 10pm)
Cost? $1/person (all ages) *Call the office @ 342.2876 if in need of financial assistance.
What? Collaborative Problem Solving Book Club: Join us Monday nights from 6-8 pm at Lane County Mental
Health, 2411 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, in Eugene Or. Open to families of LCMH and OFSN. Child care and
dinner provided. Call Maryann at 541-342-2876 to register or get on the waiting list for the next session
beginning in September 2010.
Cost? FREE