1400 Lake Drive, Eugene, Oregon
Main Office 541-688-4052 | Pool 541-461-7777 | Gymnastics 541-688-8955
Recreation. Enrichment. Community.
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Welcome to River Road Park District!
Online Registration
River Road Park and Recreation District has launched into an amazing computerized system at all of our locations! You will not only have the ability to access all transactions on your account, reprint all of your receipts, view your upcoming classes/programs – but you also will be able to register online for several programs! Please let us know if you have any questions.
Volunteer Opportunities
River Road Park & Recreation District is looking for people who are interested in volunteering. To see what is available click the login/register/pay account button to the on the left side of our web page. This will take you to our on-line registration page where you will see a catalog tab for “Volunteer Opportunities”. If you are interested in any of the opportunities available you may sign up using our on-line registration, filling out the volunteer form or by calling the park office at 541-688-4052.
Registration Dates
Re-enrollment
8/12- 8/16
Re-enroll for a class you are already
attending.
Aquatic Classes and Swim Lessons
8/21 In District Registration
8/22 Out of District Registration
Recreation Classes
8/21 In District Registration
8/22 Out of District Registration
Gymnastics classes are on-going.
55+ Day Trips
8/28 In District Registration
8/29 Out of District Registration
Upcoming Events
Thursday's in the Park
Come out and join us at Emerald Park on Thursday nights throughout the summer. We will feature a different local band each week along a food truck and Artie the Art Bus for the kids. Bring the kids and come early to enjoy all the music, food and activities. We have added a day!!!
8/29 Th
Band- Mood Area 54 @ 6p
Food- Taco Intrusion @ 5p
Community Resilience Festival
Saturday, Aug. 24th | 10a-5p | Free
The River Road Community Organization invites everyone to the Community Resilience Festival. This is an all-day event that will be fun, educational and timely. It’s all about reducing our ecological footprint and building positive community culture. The day will include show and tell projects, actions, allies and assets that we have in Eugene and the southern Willamette Valley for creating more green and resilient homes, lifestyles, city and region. The Festival is family friendly and will include music, participatory art projects, educational displays, community organizations, a technology area, and skill sharing intended to empower people to take action in their own lives, homes and neighborhoods. For more information and a schedule contact janrspencer@gmail.com or check riverroadco.org/community-resilience-festival/ for updates and schedule.
Labor Day Concert
Monday, Sep. 2nd | 4-7p | Donations Accepted
Grab a blanket or your favorite lawn chair and join us in the park for some great entertainment. The Sugar Beets help celebrate the end of summer with their foot stomping traditions of bluegrass, country and pop-inspired music. They have been entertaining audiences with original tunes and inspiring sounds for over 25 years.
Donate Blood
Saturday, Sep. 7th & Nov. 16th | 9a-12p
Come on over and donate blood. Each single blood donation can help up to three Lane County patients. Donors must be 16 years of age or older, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health. Contact Lane Blood Center at 541-484-9111 to schedule an appointment. For more information visit www.laneblood.org
55+ Bridge Tournament
Friday, Sep. 27th | 12:30-4p (sign in at 12p) | $5/person
There will be prizes for the top team scores. Call Dick with questions - 541-687-0905.
OSU Extension Fall Festival
Saturday, Sep. 28th | 10a-4p | Free
Lane County Master Gardeners invite ALL to celebrate a day full of harvest fun for the whole family, including kids’ activities. Sample free, fresh-pressed apple cider; taste multiple varieties of tomatoes and apples; attend gardening workshops; browse among many items for sale, including gardening books, hand made goods, garlic, bulbs, fruit trees, other plants, and more. Fall is also planting time in the Willamette Valley!
Flu Shot Clinic
Friday, Oct. 4th | 10a-12p | Drop-in
It’s that time of the year! Time to get your flu shot, folks. Today we’re teaming up with our local River Road Health Mart Pharmacy to make it easy for you to get your shot. We do not need you to register prior to coming in that day. Appointments are first come first served. If you are not certain whether your insurance covers your flu shot or if you have other questions regarding the shot, please call the pharmacy staff directly at River Road Health Mart Pharmacy 541-636-3522. Please bring your insurance card with you on the 4th so the insurance company can be billed directly.
Tumble*A*Thon
Monday thru Saturday, Oct. 21st to the 26th | Donations Accepted
Help support local youth as they raise funds during –River Road Park and Recreation District’s Gymnastics NW
HOWL-O-WEEN Haunt
Friday, Oct. 25th | 6-8p | Pricing below
Need a safe alternative to trick or treating? The Park is the safe place for you! Come join us for our spook-tacular night of frightful events. We’ll have everything from a costume contest to various spooky games, to creepy cuisine! Kids and parents are invited to come howl with us in your craziest costumes for a thrilling night of fun! Game and activity bracelets will be available for $5.
4th Annual Wildcraft Cider Works Community Apple Drive
Jul. thru Nov. | Times Below | Free
Barter your apples, pears and plums for fresh juice or hard cider. Drop fruit at Cider Mill (232 Lincoln St. Eugene, OR 97401 Mon-Fri 9a-5p) OR the Tasting Room (232 Lincoln St. Wed-Sat 4-10p & Sun 12-8p).
Holiday Food Drive
Nov. 1st thru Dec. 31st | Bring in non-perishables
Help those less fortunate than yourself this holiday season by bringing in canned food items. We can accept canned goods and/or cash donations at any time. Your contribution will be distributed by FISH (Friends in service to humanity). Place food items in collection totes located throughout the Park District. Cash donation? See main office.
Holiday Bazaar
Saturday, Dec. 7th | 9a-3p | $25/table
Visit the annual River Road Holiday Bazaar. This year’s show is going to be bigger and better than ever! Want to sell your wares? Registration is first come, first serve. Call the main office. The bazaar will have a fantastic selection of handmade gifts, made by local artists at affordable prices - what more could you ask for? You’ll find something for everyone on your holiday list! See you there! Held at River Road Park. Application
Santa’s Smorgasborg - A Community Breakfast Celebration!
Saturday, Dec. 14th | 8:30-11a | Donations Accepted
Food, fun and friends! It’s time for the community to come together and celebrate because it’s a wonderful life! Come see Santa, enjoy holiday music and the bling, bling of all our holiday decorations. It’s a holiday breakfast! All ages young and old are welcome! Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, fruit, milk, juice & coffee. Donations will be accepted at the door to cover cost of food. Breakfast is open to all community members.