BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//singingcreekcenter.org - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:singingcreekcenter.org X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for singingcreekcenter.org REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250319T204826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T211144Z UID:11146-1745604000-1745611200@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:BookMine Celebration: Viewing of Opal Whiteley Fairyland Book with SCEC DESCRIPTION:Join SCEC at the BookMine in Cottage Grove during the Artwalk in April! We will be bringing one of the original copies of Opal Whiteley’s “The Fairyland Around Us” book for viewing. Also on display will be a first edition copy of Opal’s “Journal of an Understanding Heart”\, the famous childhood journal the captured the imagination of the world. \nWe are celebrating 50 years of the BookMine\, and also 10 years of Singing Creek Educational Center’s non-profit status. \nStop by and join the festivities and see our raffle items! \nOur own Steve Williamson\, from the SCEC board\, is a historian and widely regarded as the expert on Opal Whiteley. Please bring your questions for Steve\, and see his website here. \nThe BookMine: 702 E Main St\, Cottage Grove\, OR 97424Time: 6pm to 8pm URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/bookmine-celebration/ LOCATION:the BookMine\, 702 E Main St.\, Cottage Grove\, OR\, 97424 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/the-bookmine-and-opal.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T173000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250127T235210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T235623Z UID:10907-1746030600-1746034200@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Native American Cultural Presentation with Deitz Peters- Eugene Library DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wonderful cultural presentation with Deitrich Peters of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde!\nJoin us at the Eugene Public Library in April with Deitrich Peters of the Grand Ronde Tribe. Deitrich (Deitz) has graciously agreed to share elements of his regalia and will play flute music\, talk about his culture\, and answer questions. SCEC Executive Director Karen Rainsong will attend and display items of Kalapuya material culture. This talk is great for families although children under 6 may have a hard time sitting still for the 45 minute presentation. We will have coloring sheets for the kids to take home. \nFREESeating is limited\, please arrive 10 minutes early. \nDate: Wednesday April 30th\, 4:30pmLibrary Address: 100 West 10th Avenue\, Eugene\, OR 97401 URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/cultural-presentation-with-deitz-peters-eugene-library/ LOCATION:Eugene Public Library\, 100 W 10th Ave\,\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/deitz-with-feathers-small-for-site.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250109T031220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T032121Z UID:10848-1746637200-1746648000@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Oakshire Brewing SCEC fundraiser! DESCRIPTION:Join us at Oakshire Brewing in Eugene to celebrate Singing Creek Educational Center! A portion of the proceeds of beer sales all day goes to support our living history programs for kids. \nWednesday\, May 7th\, 5pm \nAddress: 207 MADISON ST\, EUGENE\, OROpen 11am to 10pm \nSee their website at: https://oakbrew.com/ \nWe will be there with information on a table for you to look at. Let’s raise a glass to SCEC! URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/oakshire-brewing-scec-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Oakshire Brewing\, 207 Madison St.\, Eugene\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/oakshire-brewing-inside.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250406T194257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T194707Z UID:11190-1748005200-1748026800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Kids Heritage Fair at the Family Relief Nursery DESCRIPTION:Come visit our corn dollie making booth at the Kids Heritage Fair\, put on by the Spirit of BMD folks. It should be a really fun afternoon of engaging activities for kids of all ages! \nFree admission \n1pm to 7pm\, Friday May 23rd \n720 N. 14th St\, Cottage Grove\, OR \nLEARN MORE: https://www.spiritofbmd.com/partnerships.php URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/kids-heritage-fair-at-the-family-relief-nursery/ LOCATION:Family Relief Nursery\, 720 N. 14th St.\, Cottage Grove\, OR\, 97424 CATEGORIES:Community Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250322T170513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250322T170521Z UID:11161-1748178000-1748185200@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Kalapuya Ways Presentation and Hike DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Kalapuya Indigenous people\, past and present\, with instructor Karen Rainsong. This presentation and guided hike is best for adults and teens. Bring some cash as a donation to the Friend’s of Hendricks park for this presentation. Hike will include some gentle uphill climbs and is not generally considered wheelchair friendly\, although the opening talk in the park is accessible. \nSee items of material culture\, and listen to a Kalapuya story (permission for Karen to tell this story has been given by Esther Stutzman\, a local Kalapuya elder.) Karen has been learning about and from Indigenous people for over 18 years. \nSee more info on their website: https://friendsofhendrickspark.org/ URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/kalapuya-ways-presentation-and-hike/ LOCATION:Hendrick’s Park\, Summit Ave &\, Skyline Blvd\,\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403 CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Kalapuya-ways-at-Hendricks-park.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T173000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250516T165618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T231135Z UID:11326-1750262400-1750267800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception: Letitia Carson Black History Exhibit DESCRIPTION:Opening Reception: Letitia Carson Black History Exhibit at the SMJ House\n \n \n \n \n \n Join us to learn about Letitia Carson\, one of the first Black women to settle in Oregon\, as you tour the beautiful Shelton McMurphey Johnson House in Eugene. Letitia became a landowner after traveling on the Oregon Trail\, and her story is unique and interesting. Though we have no photographs of her\, there are photos of her daughter and other family. \nThis is a traveling exhibit from Oregon Black Pioneers and will be up at the SMJ House from June through September\, 2025. The exhibit is a partnership between SCEC and the SMJ House. We are committed to exploring\, understanding and highlighting history from all sides\, including underrepresented and marginalized groups. \nFREE event\, donations accepted.Wednesday June 18th\, 4pm – 5:30pm \nRead a book about Letitia Carson’s story:  \nA Light in the Wilderness\, by Jane Kirkpatrickhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20665235-a-light-in-the-wilderness URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/opening-reception-letitia-carson-black-history-exhibit/ LOCATION:SMJ House\, 303 Willamette St.\, Eugene\,\, OR\, 97401\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/collage-Martha-Jane-Carson-for-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250712T153000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250122T185240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T180259Z UID:10895-1752325200-1752334200@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Girl Scouts Fiber Arts Day 2025 DESCRIPTION:Alpaca Farm and Fiber Arts Day (at Aragon Alpacas) with SCEC \nCANCELLED \nCome play with the alpacas and learn all about their fleece\, what they provide us\, and their unique personalities. Ann\, the owner\, will lead us around her farm and tell stories about these interesting animals. Then we go into the studio to learn about different kinds of animal fibers for spinning and weaving. Learn how to spin on a spinning wheel and make some wet felting around a bar of soap. Have a fun day with fiber arts! All female self-identified children ages 6 and up are welcome to participate. \nFor Girl Scouts: Earn your Fiber Arts badge (not included.) \nSee our video interview at Aragon Alpacas with Ann: https://youtu.be/HSQlIMFmt1M \nSaturday\, July 12th\, 1pm – 3:30pmLocation: Aragon Alpacas33005 Dillard Rd. Eugene OR  \nAll supplies included \nCost: $25\, adults freeGirl Scouts Level: Brownies\, Juniors\, CadettesCarpooling is suggested; parking is limited \nPre-Registration only. \nSIGNUP using the form below. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you so much to Ann and Mike Dockendorf for hosting this wonderful event! URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/girl-scouts-fiber-arts-day-2025/ LOCATION:Aragon Alpacas\, 33005 Dillard Rd\, Eugene\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/girl-scout-w-alpaca.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250406T190947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T190953Z UID:11184-1752746400-1752944400@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Spirit of BMD Festival 2025 Booths DESCRIPTION:Join us July 17\, 18 and 19 at Coiner Park in Cottage Grove for the Spirit of BMD Festival! We will have several booths in the kids zone so come on by! \nMake a corn doll\, buy a ticket for the “pocket lady” to pick her pockets for treasures\, or check out the fur trappers history interpretation in the history area.  \nLet us know if you and your family would like to volunteer to help staff a booth! Email: director@singingcreekcenter.org URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/spirit-of-bmd-festival-2025-booths/ LOCATION:Coiner Park\, Cottage Grove\, OR CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/making-corn-dolls.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T153000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153714 CREATED:20250108T194429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T220231Z UID:10822-1754141400-1754148600@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Horse Riding Day August 2- 2025 DESCRIPTION:Horseback Riding Day at Animal Rescue Teaching\nSign up for this Singing Creek Center event and ride horses and ponies and make some fun horse themed art with us. The staff at ART will be leading a talk about horse care\, teaching you how to brush the horses and giving a riding lesson in the covered corral. We will make some horse art and play horse themed games\, including a horse drawing lesson. Learn about how important horses were and still are to Native people and pioneers. Girl Scouts: this event is perfect for earning your Horseback Riding badge! \nLearn more about Animal Resuce Teaching here: https://www.animalrescueteaching.org/ \nDate: Sat. August 2\, 2025 1:30 pm- 3:30pmCost: $40 per child\, parents/guardians are freeAges 5 and up. Younger children are welcome to attend with a parent/guardian but are not participants in the activities. \nIf you are sick\, please stay home and do not attend this event.NO dogs or animals allowed on the property. \nPre-registration only.Address: 85671 Chezem Rd.Eugene\, OR 97405 \nSign Up using the form below. Registration is limited.  \nThere are no refunds for this event. If you cannot make it please gift your spot to a friend and then call us to let us know of the change: 541 968-1986. URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/horse-riding-day-august-2-2025/ LOCATION:Animal Rescue Teaching\, 85671 Chezem Rd. \, Eugene\,\, OR\, 97405\, United States CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/brushing-horse-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250729T175219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T175409Z UID:11409-1755370800-1755374400@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Kalapuya Ways presentation at Pine Meadows Campground DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free talk about the Kalapuya Indigenous people by Karen Rainsong\, the E.D. of Singing Creek Educational Center. Learn about foods\, hunting tools\, clothing\, shells used as money and to display wealth\, housing\, seasonal round and more. \nWe will meet at the ampitheater at the Pine Meadows Campground just East of Cottage Grove\, at 7pm. \nhttps://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233585 \n  URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/kalapuya-ways-presentation-at-pine-meadows-campground/ LOCATION:OR CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Karen-outdoor-Kalapuya-teaching-for-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250824T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250811T231827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T231831Z UID:11443-1755943200-1756054800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Cascadia Park Native Encampment: Visit our booth DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Native American Cultural Encampment in August at Cascacdia County Park in Sweethome\, Oregon\, presented by the Native American Cultural Encampments with Deitrich Peters and friends. Learn how to put up a tipi\, try making your own plant cordage\, make a leather pouch\, buy some Native made items\, buy a raffle ticket\, enjoy a free meal on Sunday afternoon\, and see some amazing pow-wow style dancing! Deitz will explain about elements of the regalia worn by the dancers and what they symbolize (cultural and personal significance). This is a great way to get to know Native people and culture in a relaxed\, informal and friendly way.Learn more here: https://naculturalencampment.org/ \nSCEC will have educational opportunities for children and families on Saturday and Sunday ( Aug 23 – 24). Try the atlatl (spear throwing tool) in the field and do some free crafts like make your own animal mask. We look forward to sharing indigenous culture with you. \nThe public are welcome to attend each day\, 10am – 6pm. \nLocation: Cascadia County Park\, 48241 Cascadia Dr.\, Cascadia\, OR  \nThis is an alcohol and drug-free event. Children are welcome. Please keep pets leashed and under your control at all times. URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/cascadia-park-native-encampment/ LOCATION:Cascadia County Park\, 48241 Cascadia Dr\,\, Cascadia\,\, OR\, 97329 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Dietz-and-Tess-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250108T201847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T021226Z UID:10829-1757250000-1757257200@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Grandparent's Tea at the SMJ House - Sept 7th DESCRIPTION:Honor your Grandparent or Grandfriend!\nEnjoy a lovely sit down formal tea with your grandparent or grandfriend with Singing Creek Educational Center! \nThis family oriented tea will be at the historic Shelton McMurphey Johnson house\, a Victorian mansion in Eugene. The event will feature two different flights of tea and treats\, and live Celtic harp music. Each senior aged 60 and up will be invited to select a handmade gift from our gift table. Each attendee can take a paper heart and write the names of their beloved grandparents and “grandfriends” to string up around the room. In this way all our loved ones can be with us at the tea\, whether they are still alive or not. It’s a great way to include relatives that live out of town! Feel free to dress up in historic dress (a fancy hat?) as our servers will also be in historic dress. \nPre-registration required; seating is limited. \nOne hundred percent of the ticket price supports our non-profit and helps us continue our fun history-based programs for kids and families in Oregon. \nPrevious tea events have been located at the Camas Country Mill Schoolhouse in Junction City and the Dr. Snapp House in Cottage Grove. We are excited to bring you a tea party in the SMJ House (they are wonderful partners of SCEC!) \nCelebrate National Grandparent’s Day on Sunday September 7th! \nDate: Sunday\, September 7th 2025Time: 1pm- 3pmCost:$35 per adult (age 13 and up)$25 for children (ages 12 and under) \nAddress of SMJ House: 303 Willamette St. Eugene OR \nFor questions please contact: director@singingcreekcenter.org\, 541 968-1986There are no refunds on tickets after purchase. If you cannot make it\, please gift your tickets to someone else. This is a charity fundraiser for SCEC. \nThank you to Mountain Rose Herbs\, Market of Choice and Sundance Natural Foods for supporting this event! \nSCROLL DOWN TO REGISTER \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to the SMJ House for the use of the house for our fundraiser tea! URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/grandparents-tea-at-the-smj-house-sept-7th/ LOCATION:SMJ House\, 303 Willamette St.\, Eugene\,\, OR\, 97401\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ann-and-mike-at-tea.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250827T233427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T233637Z UID:11592-1758790800-1758992400@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:ALHFAM Western Region Conference: Crossroads of Cultures DESCRIPTION:Register now for the Western Region Conference of ALHFAM\, located in Eugene\, Oregon\, on September 25th – 27th.Deadline to register: Sept 13th. \nCrossroads of Cultures\nHosted by Singing Creek Educational Center Location: Campbell Community Center \n(With other events at the historic SMJ House and Dorris Ranch Living History Village in Springfield) \nThursday\, Sept 25th Opening Reception at the SMJ House: 5pmFriday\, Sept 26th: Opening Land Blessing with Deitrich Peters\, Keynote Address\,and Field Trips to Local SitesSaturday\, Sept 27th: Educational Sessions and Business meeting\, Closing Banquet Dinner \nThroughout history\, cultural crossroads have served as pivotal gathering places—where ideas are exchanged\, traditions evolve\, and communities are transformed. This year’s regional conference theme\, Crossroads of Culture\, reflects on the historical intersections that have shaped our identities\, institutions\, and landscapes. Set in Eugene\, Oregon—a place with deep Indigenous roots and a legacy of migration\, innovation\, and activism—we will examine how the past informs the present\, and how our understanding of cultural convergence can guide us toward a more inclusive and thoughtful future. \nThe deadline to register is September 13th\, 5pm PST. \nEarly registration ends on September 5th. After that date\, fees will increase to $150 for members and $190 for non-members of ALHFAM. \nDownload the conference program here.  \nFor questions please contact Cece Otto. \nLearn more and register here: https://alhfam.org/event-6199907 URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/alhfam-western-region-conference-crossroads-of-cultures/ LOCATION:Campbell Community Center\, 155 High St.\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Crossroads-conference-image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Rainsong":MAILTO:director@singingcreekcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250827T231536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T190228Z UID:11585-1758978000-1758988800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Final Weekend: Letitia Carson Exhibit at the SMJ House DESCRIPTION:See the Letitia Carson: Oregon Black Pioneer exhibit at the SMJ House before it’s gone!\n  \nSCEC partnered with the SMJ House this summer to bring this exhibit to Eugene. It highlights the story of Letitia Carson\, one of the first Black pioneers in Oregon. \nThis beautiful exhibit details what we know about this courageous woman and her family’s quest for life\, liberty\, and happiness in the unwelcoming territory of Oregon in the 1800’s. \nCome tour the house and see the traveling exhibit\, brought to us by Oregon Black Pioneers\, which will be ending on September 30th. The panels and exhibits will spark discussion in your group. URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/final-weekend-letitia-carson-exhibit-at-the-smj-house/ LOCATION:SMJ House\, 303 Willamette St.\, Eugene\,\, OR\, 97401\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Letitia-Carson-exhibit-small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250923T185906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T185911Z UID:11735-1759669200-1759676400@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Kalapuya Ways Hike and Story at Hendricks Park DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Kalapuya Indigenous people\, past and present\, with instructor Karen Rainsong\, who is the Exec. Dir of SCEC. This presentation and guided hike is best for adults and teens. Learn about native plants and their uses as well as tools such as baskets\, digging sticks\, cordage\, the atlatl and more. \nBring some cash as a donation to the Friend’s of Hendricks park for this presentation. Hike will include some gentle uphill climbs and is not generally considered wheelchair friendly\, although the opening talk in the park is accessible. \nSee items of material culture\, and listen to a Kalapuya story (permission for Karen to tell this story has been given by Esther Stutzman\, a local Kalapuya elder.) Karen has been learning about and from Indigenous people for over 18 years. \nSee more info on their website: https://friendsofhendrickspark.org/ URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/kalapuya-ways-hike-and-story-at-hendricks-park/ LOCATION:Hendrick’s Park\, Summit Ave &\, Skyline Blvd\,\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Karen-outdoor-Kalapuya-teaching-for-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250918T155024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T181411Z UID:11641-1761400800-1761408000@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Hallows Eve Batty Bash 2025-cancelled DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED due to weather- Sorry!\nJoin us for a fun autumn-themed celebration in an old-fashioned style!  Make your own crafts\, fun kids activities and games\, watch a spooky shadow puppet show\, and enjoy treats from our bake sale!\nAll our crafts are plastic-free and candy-free\, we are using natural materials to make things like witch’s brooms\, lavender ghosts\, and more. Learn about local bats with our instructor Willow who knows about them! \nOur shadow puppet play will be inside the indigenous-style plankhouse and is a little bit spooky but not scary (suitable for all ages.) We will have homemade baked treats (many will be healthy treats) but some may contain nuts\, gluten or other allergens. Please feel free to bring your own snack\, but we discourage commercial candy at this event. We also plan to serve hot apple cider at this event. \nFeel free to wear a costume that is not too scary (no gore or weapons of any kind) and culturally appropriate. Keep in mind this is a family-friendly event and we want to show respect for all cultures and keep things child-focused (no adult themed costumes.) \nLet’s make this a special vintage style Hallows Eve celebration! \n***This small\, curated and thoughtful event is a good choice for children with sensory issues\, special needs or fears of large crowds. Each craft station will have a volunteer ready to help and parents will stay with their children. Unlike some other halloween celebrations\, we don’t feature scary images\, loud noises or overwhelming crowds. We don’t use plastic (as much as possible) and don’t give out candy. Enjoy a healthy alternative Halloween celebration just right for children with special needs or that just love old-fashioned fun!**** \nLocation: Dorris Ranch Living History VillageSaturday October 25\, 20252pm to 4pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Entry fees$15 per child$25 for two kids$10 each for 3 or more children in the same familyThis is NOT a drop off event; you must stay with your child. Adults are free with a participating child. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Please RSVP below to hold your spot and bring cash or check at the door.There will be a maximum of 25 children at this event. \nAll ages and abilities are welcome. There are no stairs to get into any buildings but the ground may be uneven or wet\, and some paths are gravel. Please use caution and let us know if you need help. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oregon bats: Come learn why they are important members of our ecosystem and how you can help them!Wear a bat costume if you like! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pictures of our past Halloween Events: URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/hallows-eve-batty-bash-2025/ LOCATION:Dorris Ranch Living History Village\, 205 Dorris St.\, Springfield\, OR\, 97477 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/batty-bash-featured-tiny.png ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Rainsong":MAILTO:director@singingcreekcenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T193000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250930T185050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T185056Z UID:11780-1762281000-1762284600@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Cultural Presentation at Lebanon Library DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wonderful cultural presentation with Deitrich Peters of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde!\nJoin us at the Lebanon Public Library with Deitrich Peters of the Grand Ronde Tribe. Deitrich (Deitz) has graciously agreed to share elements of his regalia and will play flute music\, talk about his culture\, and answer questions. SCEC Executive Director Karen Rainsong will attend and display items of Kalapuya material culture. \nGreat for ages 8 and up. \nFREESeating is limited\, please arrive 10 minutes early. \nDate: Saturday\, November 4\, 2025Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pmLibrary Address: 55 Academy St\, Lebanon\, OR 97355 URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/indigenous-cultural-presentation-at-lebanon-library/ LOCATION:Lebanon Library\, 55 Academy St.\, Lebanon\, OR\, 97355 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/deitz-with-feathers-small-for-site.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250930T184556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T154605Z UID:11771-1762614000-1762617600@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Cultural Presentation at Eugene Library DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wonderful cultural presentation with Deitrich Peters of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde!\nJoin us at the Eugene Public Library with Deitrich Peters of the Grand Ronde Tribe. Deitrich (Deitz) has graciously agreed to share elements of his regalia and will play flute music\, talk about his culture\, and answer questions. SCEC Executive Director Karen Rainsong will attend and display items of Kalapuya material culture. \nGreat for ages 8 and up. \nGenerously sponsored by the Woodard Family Foundation. \nFREESeating is limited\, please arrive 10 minutes early. \nDate: Saturday\, November 8\, 2025Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pmLibrary Address: 100 West 10th Avenue\, Eugene\, OR 97401 URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/indigenous-cultural-presentation-at-eugene-library/ LOCATION:Eugene Public Library\, 100 W 10th Ave\,\, Eugene\, OR\, 97401 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/woman-speaking-to-Deitz-smaller.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T153000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20250930T184144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T184721Z UID:11765-1763217000-1763220600@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Cultural Presentation at Cottage Grove Comm. Ctr DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wonderful cultural presentation with Deitrich Peters of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde!\nJoin us at the Cottage Grove Community Center in November\, in honor of Native American Heritage Month\, with Deitrich Peters of the Grand Ronde Tribe. Deitrich (Deitz) has graciously agreed to share elements of his regalia and will play flute music\, talk about his culture\, and answer questions. SCEC Executive Director Karen Rainsong will attend and display items of Kalapuya material culture. Best for ages 8 and up. \nFREESeating is limited\, please arrive 10 minutes early. \nDate: Saturday November 15\, 2025Time: 2:30pm – 3:30pm \nAddess: Cottage Grove Library and Community Center700 E Gibbs Ave\, Cottage Grove\, OR 97424 \nThank you to our generous funders: The Woodard Family Foundation and the City of Cottage Grove URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/indigenous-cultural-presentation-at-cottage-grove/ LOCATION:Cottage Grove Community Center\, 700 E Gibbs Ave\,\, Cottage Grove\,\, OR\, 97424\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Deitz-at-Cottage-Grove.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T113000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20260126T173853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T015607Z UID:12129-1769598000-1769599800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Program for Littles at Fern Ridge Library DESCRIPTION:Location:Fern Ridge Library88026 Territorial Hwy Veneta OR 97487 \nWednesday January 28\, 202611amFREE \nJoin us for the Chipmunk Circle for children ages 3 to 5 and learn about indigenous culture with KwisKwis\, a Townsend’s chipmunk stuffy.This engaging and hands-on curriculum will delight your little ones! With story books and simple activities children will begin to learn words and concepts about First Nations culture and healthy relationships with nature. \n\nThe teaching staff at Singing Creek Ed. Center may not necessarily be Native themselves but they are well trained and respectful of other cultures. The series uses items from the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde including books\, the stuffy\, and online curriculum. \n\nLearn more about this program here:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/pre-k-kwiskwis-finds-his-way/ URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/indigenous-program-for-littles-at-fern-ridge-library/ LOCATION:Fern Ridge Public Library\, 88026 Territorial Hwy\, Veneta\, OR\, 97487 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/kwis-kwis-program-for-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20251120T164956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T165606Z UID:11863-1771059600-1771174800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Frontier Heritage Fair SCEC booth 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us Feb 14th and 15th at the Lane County Fairgrounds at the annual Frontier Heritage Fair!9am to 5pm on Saturday9am to 4pm on Sunday \nThis indoor family-friendly event features booths\, exhibits\, crafts\, artisans and live music! See the  the frontier\, wild west and Civil War era goods and demonstrations.We will be doing our always popular corn dollie making craft! Create your own boy or girl doll and dress it up with clothing you create. (Suggested Donation $2 per doll) \nThere is a small entrance fee to come into the fair but it’s well worth it! \nAdmission $5\, Kids 12 and under Free\, when accompanied by an adult. \nPLEASE NOTE:  Singing Creek is a participant only\, not part of the management.  The event has a limited scope with displays and merchandise relating to the Fur Trade\, Civil War\, Old West and pre-1898 period in general.  It is not a craft fair.  For more information call the director Melody Morrell at 541-689-4281 \nIf you want to volunteer for a shift at our booth you can get in free. Your kids can come along and help if you volunteer. Contact our Director\, Karen Rainsong\, for more info: director@singingcreekcenter.org. \n  URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/frontier-heritage-fair-scec-booth-2026/ LOCATION:Lane County Fairgrounds\, Eugene CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/frontier-fair-event-featured-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260413T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20260112T174713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T192330Z UID:12005-1776085200-1776092400@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Indigenous Day: Learning for adults\, teens and teachers DESCRIPTION:Join us for an educational and cultural presentation with Deitrich Peters of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and Nicole Butler-Hooten of Bethel School District\nLearn about Indigenous culture\, including best practices for sharing about Native culture today\, especially for those who are teachers or aspiring teachers. Karen Rainsong of SCEC will open the session with a short presentation about the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde. Then Deitrich (Deitz) Peters will share culture and elements of his regalia\, play flute music and answer questions.  Learn about the how local indigenous people are reclaiming culture and connection to the Earth.  Hear from Nicole Butler\, Bethel School District Equity Coordinator\, about cultural appropriation and best practices for sharing about First Peoples in educational settings. If time allows we will make a simple craft related to the four directions and the medicine wheel. SCEC Executive Director Karen Rainsong will display items of Kalapuya material culture. \nGroup rate available. For teen and adult audiences. Pre-registration required. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location:Lane Community CollegeLonghouse BLD 314000 East 30th AvenueEugene\, OR 97405 \nDate: Monday\, April 13thTime: 1pm – 3:00pmCost: $25 per personTo register: email our director\, Karen Rainsong at director@singingcreekcenter.org \nDeadline to register is Thursday April 9th at 5pm. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nicole Butler-Hooton has spent twenty years in education. She was a second and fourth grade teacher in Oregon for 15 years. Over the last five years she has followed her passion of coaching teachers and educational equity spending time as an Instructional Coach and currently in year 3 as the equity coordinator in the Bethel School District. She was named the 2021 Oregon Teacher of the Year\, becoming the first Indigenous teacher in Oregon to earn this recognition. Butler-Hooton is a member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians- Chetco Band (Oregon) and the San Carlos Apache Tribe (Arizona). A first-generation college graduate\, she values making connections with students\, families and the school community\, while centering equity and cultural competency in her teaching. \nNicole holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology with a focus on Ethnic Studies\, and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Oregon\, where she was part of the Sapsik’ʷałá Teacher Education Program. She is currently enrolled in an Ed.D program through Walden University specializing in Curriculum\, Assessment\, and Instruction. \nButler-Hooton says her primary professional goal is to engage in decolonization practices\, policy change\, social justice\, anit-racist curriculum\, and more humanized approaches to teaching and learning. She believes that Indigenous children need access to a more truthful education that allows them to realize their Indigenous self-identity\, language and culture through accurate representation in their lives. URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/indigenous-day-learning-for-adults-teens-and-teachers/ LOCATION:LCC Longhouse\, 4000 East 30th Avenue\, Eugene\, OR\, 97405 CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Deitz-outside-at-lhv-presenting-2025-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T113000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20260328T002301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T002306Z UID:12524-1776250800-1776252600@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Chipmunk Circle at Fern Ridge Library DESCRIPTION:Join us for fun indigenous learning for pre-K children at the Fern Ridge Library! \nWe’ll read a few stories and do some crafts to take home. Great for ages 2. 5 to 5 years. \nWednesday April 15th\, 11am – 11:30am \nFREE URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/chipmunk-circle-at-fern-ridge-library/ LOCATION:Fern Ridge Public Library\, 88026 Territorial Hwy\, Veneta\, OR\, 97487 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Chipmunk-Circle1200-x-500.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T143000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153715 CREATED:20260127T210748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T201342Z UID:12149-1776690000-1776695400@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Healing with the Land Workshop for Teens and Adults DESCRIPTION:Healing with the Land: Indigenous Worldviews for Nature Connection and Healing\nJoin us for an adventure at the living history village at Dorris Ranch as we turn our minds as one to open our senses to the gifts and wonder of deep nature connection. Using Indigenous and Land-based healing worldviews\, you will be guided through a sensory awareness experience with medicinal plants to develop a new language of reciprocation and gratitude. Led by Ana Bradley\, one of the original co-founders of Whole Earth Nature School\, Ana brings passion and 20+ years of deep nature and attunement skills to her work with people and nature. \nCost: $15 per person or $120 for a group of ten or moreLocation: Dorris Ranch Living History Village at 205 Dorris St\, Springfield\, OR \nDeadline to register is April 19th. \nMonday\, April 20th1pm – 2:30pmOr book this as a field trip with your students on another day.For teens and adults. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ana Bradley is the co-founder of Whole Earth Nature School. She has dedicated her life to deepening her connection with the Earth through nature awareness and attunement\, cultivating a deeper sense of self-awareness\, and supporting others in awakening their natural awareness of the environment\, the land\, and themselves. Through experiential/psycho-education\, nature-based therapeutic practices\, and land-based lived experiences\, Ana blends person-centered and trauma-informed care practices into her mentoring style. Ana has worked with people of all ages across the lifespan\, from one-on-one mentoring to facilitating groups of varying sizes and multicultural backgrounds. Ana is a mother\, Clinical Herbalist\, musician\, and will be receiving her Master’s in Counseling in May of 2026 to blend her skill sets into a nature and experiential-based licensed professional counselor. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Forest Family Days Classes Registration\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Cell Phone*Names and ages of persons you are registering for this event.*What city are you coming from?Class you are registering for:\n \n \n Plant ID and cordage\, May 9th\n Accessibility NeedsPlease let us know if you have any accessibility needs. Class is held outdoors and ground may be uneven or slippery. Liability*We take safety seriously and all staff go through training\, including safety training. I release Singing Creek Educational Center and its staff\, volunteers\, and Board Members from any liability resulting from accident or injury to myself or my family members\, including children\, due to any reason including negligence. I agree to the liability release statement.Photo ReleaseParticipants at this event may be in photographs/videos of activities\, taken by instructors or volunteers. SCEC will not identify you or your child by name in our marketing materials. I agree to the Photo release.How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n newsletter\n \n \n \n social media\n \n \n \n word of mouth\n \n \n \n other\n Number of people you are registering: Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $15.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Optional donation for low-income family assistance to attend this event:\n \n Total\n \n Payment MethodPayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/healing-with-the-land-workshop/ LOCATION:Dorris Ranch Living History Village\, 205 Dorris St.\, Springfield\, OR\, 97477 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/healing-with-the-land-wkshp-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T143000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153716 CREATED:20260130T204412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T182228Z UID:12183-1778331600-1778337000@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Forest Family Day: Native Plants and Cordage DESCRIPTION:Join us for a wild Spring plant adventure with clinical herbalist and amateur ethnobotanist\, Ana Bradley. We will use our owl eyes and raccoon touch to identify\, thank\, and try a variety of plant friends in the Dorris Ranch wild areas. Meet\, taste\, and try lush spring plants such as Stinging Nettle (learn how to safely eat and to make cordage!)\, Plantain\, and Licorice Fern. Together we will learn the life-saving skills of ethical harvesting and plant identification to meet our new plant friends for food\, medicine\, and tools! \nPre-Registration required. \nLocation: Dorris Ranch Living History Village\, 205 Dorris St. Springfield\, ORDate: May 9\, 2026\, 1pm – 2:30pmCost: $12 per personAges 8 years old and up\, adults welcome. \nRegistration form is below. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ana Bradley is the co-founder of Whole Earth Nature School. She has dedicated her life to deepening her connection with the Earth through nature awareness and attunement\, cultivating a deeper sense of self-awareness\, and supporting others in awakening their natural awareness of the environment\, the land\, and themselves. Through experiential/psycho-education\, nature-based therapeutic practices\, and land-based lived experiences\, Ana blends person-centered and trauma-informed care practices into her mentoring style. Ana has worked with people of all ages across the lifespan\, from one-on-one mentoring to facilitating groups of varying sizes and multicultural backgrounds. Ana is a mother\, Clinical Herbalist\, musician\, and will be receiving her Master’s in Counseling in May of 2026 to blend her skill sets into a nature and experiential-based licensed professional counselor. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Forest Family Days Classes Registration\n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Cell Phone*Names and ages of persons you are registering for this event.*What city are you coming from?Class you are registering for:\n \n \n Plant ID and cordage\, May 9th\n Accessibility NeedsPlease let us know if you have any accessibility needs. Class is held outdoors and ground may be uneven or slippery. Liability*We take safety seriously and all staff go through training\, including safety training. I release Singing Creek Educational Center and its staff\, volunteers\, and Board Members from any liability resulting from accident or injury to myself or my family members\, including children\, due to any reason including negligence. I agree to the liability release statement.Photo ReleaseParticipants at this event may be in photographs/videos of activities\, taken by instructors or volunteers. SCEC will not identify you or your child by name in our marketing materials. I agree to the Photo release.How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n newsletter\n \n \n \n social media\n \n \n \n word of mouth\n \n \n \n other\n Number of people you are registering: Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $15.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Optional donation for low-income family assistance to attend this event:\n \n Total\n \n Payment MethodPayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/forest-family-days-native-plants-and-cordage/ LOCATION:Dorris Ranch Living History Village\, 205 Dorris St.\, Springfield\, OR\, 97477 CATEGORIES:Classes,Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Ana-B-and-teens-in-the-forest.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153716 CREATED:20260316T201425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T171309Z UID:12485-1779616800-1779724800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Ghost Guest Program at Eugene Masonic Cemetery: Memorial Day DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Eugene Masonic Cemetery on Memorial Day (Sunday and Monday) and meet some ghosts from our town’s past.\nKaren Rainsong will be portraying Mrs. Mary Skinner\, the wife of Eugene Skinner\, and other staff will be there dressed in period costume as other notable folks. Talk with us “in character” of the times and hear about our lives in early Eugene history. \nTime: noon – 3pm \nMay 24th and 25th \nAddress: University St & E 25th Ave\, Eugene\, OR 97405 \nMrs. Mary Skinner Obituary: \nMary Skinner Packard – Oregon Pioneer\, Dies June 4\, 1881 URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/ghost-guest-masonic-cemetery/ LOCATION:Eugene Masonic Cemetery\, University St & E 25th Ave.\, Eugene\, OR\, 97405 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cemetery-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153716 CREATED:20260113T232218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T181411Z UID:12012-1779627600-1779634800@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Healing the Heart of the Mother: An Indigenous-led Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Join us to help heal the heart of the Mother and our own hearts. Led by our Indigenous friends and featuring music\, prayers and healing energy\, this special ceremony will connect us to the sacred mother Earth and our own internal mother.  \nThe funds raised by this event will allow us to offer substantial scholarships to our Earth Ways summer camps for low-income Native American families. (A week of day camp for only $40.)  \nSunday\, May 24\, 20261pm – 3pmCost: Sliding scale $25- $45If you are experiencing financial hardship\, but would like to join us and lend your positive\, healing energy\, please email us and let us know if there is another way you can reciprocate. Perhaps help with set up or bring something that you made yourself as an offering to our guests.Pre-registration required\, use the form below.Best for ages 13 and up.Led by: Deitrich Peters (Grand Ronde) and his wife Kathy Peters\, and Katherine K’iya Wilson. \nAt Mandala Sanctuary in South Eugene on private property (Address provided after you register) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Deitrich Peters\, photo by Brittany Lee Mason.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a wonderful indigenous-led ceremony to bless and heal the heart of the Mother Earth. Using allies such as cedar\, camas and sage we will tap into the heart center and connect to the Earth\, showing our respect and gratitude to all living beings. After clearing the space and setting our intentions\, we will be guided by Deitrich Peters (Grand Ronde) and his wife Kathy\, and Katherine “K’iya” Wilson. Listen to stories and flute music and bring a journal to record your thoughts and feelings as we connect to the sacred Mother. In this time of so much stress and disharmony\, we will use our voices and hands for healing and tap into the camas flower’s beauty and promise of return. Take home some blessed camas seeds and a heart full of love. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Katherine Wilson\, Deitrich Peters\, and Kathy Keating-Peters in a ceremony in Blue River\, OR. Photo by Brittany Lee Mason. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Karen Rainsong\, Deitrich Peters\, and Katherine Wilson at the ceremonial opening of a conference at the UO Longhouse. Karen wears items made for her by Deitz. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Mandala Sanctuary is a beautiful space on private property. There is parking next  to the building and there is only one small step to enter the building. Hot water for tea is available; please bring your own travel mug. 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Dir of SCEC. This presentation and guided hike is best for adults and teens. Learn about native plants and their uses as well as tools such as baskets\, digging sticks\, cordage\, the atlatl and more. \nBring some cash as a donation to the Friend’s of Hendricks park for this presentation. Hike will include some gentle uphill climbs and is not generally considered wheelchair friendly\, although the opening talk in the park is accessible. \nSee items of material culture\, and listen to a Kalapuya story (permission for Karen to tell this story has been given by Esther Stutzman\, a local Kalapuya elder.) Karen has been learning about and from Indigenous people for 20 years. \nSee more info on their website: https://friendsofhendrickspark.org/ URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/kalapuya-ways-hike-and-talk-at-hendricks-park-may-2026/ LOCATION:Hendrick’s Park\, Summit Ave &\, Skyline Blvd\,\, Eugene\, OR\, 97403 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Kalapuya-ways-at-Hendricks-park.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T163000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153716 CREATED:20260130T181959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T175258Z UID:12167-1781947800-1781973000@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:Trails of Time: An Oregon Living History Festival DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly gathering with history interpreters\, acitivities\, live music\, meet-a-goat\, and indigenous storytelling and food. Local history educators and enthusiasts will be on hand dressed in the time period they are portaying and doing authentic chores\, activities and crafts. Learn to wash clothes on a washboard\, sit in a canoe with the fur traders\, listen to Native stories in the cedar plankhouse and learn about Latino culture in Oregon. \nOur friend Deitrich Peters and his family members (from Grand Ronde) will be there to talk with you about Native culture today and show some items of regalia\, play flute and do some Native storytelling. He may even bring a tipi to set up near the plankhouse\, weather permitting. \nAdmission: FREEBring some cash to buy food\, raffle tickets or handmade historical items. Bring your own water bottle as there is no drinking fountain on site. \nTime: 9:30am – 4:30pm \nThis is a drug and alcohol free event. Please do not bring dogs or other pets. The festival area in on a gravel path and most activities will be outside\, please dress for the weather. \nTo inquire about being a part of the festival or for more information please contact Karen Rainsong: director@singingcreekcenter.org\, 541 968-1986. \nNEW! Joining us this year are two dwarf goats; see below…. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BRING YOUR BOTTLES AND CANSPlease bring your clean\, dry\, empty returnable (10 cents) cans and bottles for CASA\, Court Appointed Special Advocates for children. We want to help them raise money for the important work they do in our community.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n At the festival: Meet urban goatherd Angela Petty and her two Nigerian Dwarf goats\, Oak and Orion! Oak and Orion are male “wethers\,” so they don’t produce milk. Instead\, they are small-scale urban land stewards! They graze and browse in neighborhood backyards\, alleys\, and green spaces. Along with prescribed burning\, herbivores can support natural ecosystems by eating blackberries and other invasive-species\, removing fuel loads\, sequestering carbon\, providing disturbance\, and fertilizing. Oak and Orion also enjoy engaging with human friends through events\, school visits\, and public grazing. URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/trails-of-time-an-oregon-living-history-gathering/ LOCATION:Dorris Ranch Living History Village\, 205 Dorris St.\, Springfield\, OR\, 97477 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/history-festival-featured-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260624T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260624T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T153716 CREATED:20260225T174547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T175152Z UID:12378-1782320400-1782327600@www.singingcreekcenter.org SUMMARY:History Pub 2026: The Applegates and the Kalapuyans DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative and interesting talk by Karen Rainsong\, the Executive Director of Singing Creek Educational Center. Karen researched the Applegates and their connections to the Yoncalla Valley Kalapuyans and put together this fascinating powerpoint. \nJoin us for a raffle drawing for prize money\, trivia and a good time learning about local Oregon history at a great winery! \nJune 24th\, 5pm at Saginaw Vineyards URL:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/event/history-pub-2026-the-applegates-and-the-kalapuyans/ LOCATION:Saginaw Vineyard\, 80247 Delight Valley School Rd.\, Saginaw\, OR\, 97424 CATEGORIES:Community Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.singingcreekcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Crossroads-of-Cultures-graphic-header.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR