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Tiger Mama's third location is now open, a new bakery is drawing traffic, and the Willamette River Festival is 8 days away.
Good morning. It's Tuesday, August 18. This week brings a few timely local updates, including new food openings and an upcoming community event centered on the Willamette River. If you're mapping meals and making plans for the week ahead, this edition should help. Alright, here's today's edition of your Eugene Lowdown.
Tiger Mama Korean Restaurant Opens Third Location in Eugene's Crescent Village
Tiger Mama is serving up more than momentum. Owners Sunny Moon and Preston Shin have opened a 3rd Eugene location, Tiger Mama Cupbap Company, at 2776 Shadowview in Crescent Village. The late-July opening adds customizable Korean rice and poke bowls, wraps, doshirak and more, with a grand opening set for Sept. 4.
New Bakery is a Local Hit
Beestings and Butter Dairy & Bakery is now open at 83259 Territorial Highway, and the debut already looked busy. A line of cars greeted the opening, an early sign that plenty of locals were ready to check out the new Eugene stop for dairy and baked goods.
Paddles Up for River Fest
The Willamette River Festival lands at River House Beach next Saturday, with a full day of river fun from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Expect paddling competitions, live music, food, beach activities, guided rafting trips and a Paddle Parade, plus an awards ceremony and dance party for River House Outdoor Center's 60th anniversary.
Jazz
For Once in My Life: Vikki Carr
Stories of love and heartbreak unfold as Shirley Andress and her band interpret Vikki Carr favorites with lush arrangements, warm vocals, and a nostalgic nod to sophisticated 1960s cabaret style.The John G. Shedd Institute for the Arts | 7:30 PM | 868 High St, Eugene
Tuesday
Bluegrass
Tuesday Bluegrass Jam
Acoustic melodies fill the evening as local players trade bluegrass tunes for a couple of easygoing hours, creating a casual, family-friendly hangout with plenty of room to relax and listen.Oakshire Brewing | 6:30 PM | 207 Madison St, Eugene
Tuesday
Bingo
Bingo With Judy Jitsu
Laughter rises with each number called while friends, families, and regulars settle in for a relaxed Tuesday tradition featuring low-cost bingo cards, cash prizes, and welcoming vibes for both new and seasoned players.PLAY | 7 PM | 232 W 5th Ave, Eugene
Tuesday
Foraging
Lecture
Foraging Talk: Kevin House at the Library
Stories of wild foods, favorite trails, and curious fungi turn this free evening session into an inviting introduction to local foraging, perfect for anyone curious about the plants and mushrooms around them.Downtown Eugene Public Library | 6 PM | 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Tuesday
Book Club
Teen Event
Young Adult Book Club
Conversations around a shared teen read make this monthly gathering a welcoming space for young adults to swap ideas, ask questions, and explore new books with peers and a supportive librarian.Creswell Library | 4 PM | 64 W Oregon Ave, Creswell
Tuesday
Comedy Show
Amusedays Open Mic Comedy with Chaz
Laughter flows as comics of all experience levels take the stage for a supportive, come-as-you-are open mic, paired with hot slices and cold drinks for an easygoing midweek break.Whirled Pies | 7 PM | 199 W 8th Ave, Eugene
Tuesday
Relay For Life
Trivia Night
Relay For Life Trivia Fundraiser
Conversations and friendly competition come together at this team trivia night, where every correct answer helps raise more funds in the fight against cancer while teams enjoy a relaxed, community-minded evening out.The Sweet Market on Main & Pavilion | 6 PM | 4425 Main St, Springfield
Tuesday
Mending & Repair
Fix-It Booth
Community-minded residents can team up with experienced fixers to repair favorite household items for free, learn simple skills, and give well-loved belongings a longer life instead of sending them to the landfill.Farmers Market Pavilion | 9 AM | 85 E 8th Ave, Eugene
Tuesday
Jazz
Paul Biondi & Friends
Grooves drift from the stage as seasoned local players stretch out on jazz, soul, and Dead-flavored tunes, giving fans a laid-back night of live music with no cover and a simple minimum spend.Mac's Nightclub | 7 PM | 1626 Willamette St, Eugene
Wednesday
Music Jam
Open Jam/Open Mic
Conversations flow between songs as locals, regulars, and first-timers plug in, grab the mic, and cheer each other on for a casual midweek music hangout with no pressure and plenty of creativity.Local Losers Lounge | 6 PM | 85944 Hwy 99 S, Eugene
Wednesday
Live Music
PHO at the Public House
Rhythms and melodies turn a midweek night into a laid-back concert, pairing PHO's live performance with your favorite bites and drinks for an easygoing community hangout.PublicHouse | 7 PM | 418 A St, Springfield
Wednesday
Trivia Night
Quality Trivia with Alex
Friendly competition, craft pizza, and a smart, fast-paced quiz format make this midweek trivia session a relaxed way to challenge your brain with friends or family.Hey Neighbor! Pizza | 6 PM | 605 W 19th Ave, Eugene
Wednesday
Jazz
Artistic Encounters with Mood Swing
Melodies from local jazz group Mood Swing turn the noon hour into an easygoing outdoor break, with live music, public art, and a relaxed downtown crowd gathering in the heart of the city.Kesey Square | 12 PM | 10 E Broadway, Eugene
Wednesday
Financial Lit
Intro to Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning
Clarity around future plans can be surprisingly reassuring, and this session offers a comfortable setting to learn the basics of wills, trusts, and estate documents with time for practical questions.Downtown Eugene Public Library | 5:30 PM | 100 W 10th Ave, Eugene
Wednesday
Comedy Show
Another Round: Open Mic Comedy
Laughs unfold as local comics and surprise drop ins take the mic for fast paced five minute sets, all in a low pressure pub vibe with no cover and plenty of chances to try something new.The Pint Pot Public House | 7:30 PM | 165 E 17th Ave, Eugene
Wednesday
Pickling
GrassRoots Garden Pickling Workshop
Flavor seekers can explore quick pickles and traditional fermentation with guidance from experienced instructors, learning simple techniques to safely turn seasonal produce into jars packed with crunch, tang, and long-lasting goodness.GrassRoots Garden | 10 AM | 1465 Coburg Rd, Eugene
Wednesday
Jazz
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and St. Paul & The Broken Bones
Rhythms from New Orleans and Alabama collide in an energetic outdoor concert that pairs brass-fueled funk and soulful vocals for a summer evening of dancing, sing-alongs, and laid-back Northwest vibes under the trees.Cuthbert Amphitheater | 6 PM | 601 Day Island Rd, Eugene
Thursday
Rock
Inner Limits Live on the Patio for Mulefest
Rhythms from Inner Limits turn a summer evening into a laid-back mini festival, blending blues, funk, and rock for an all-ages crowd looking for live music, good beer, and an easy midweek escape.Beergarden | 7 PM | 777 W 6th Ave, Eugene
Thursday
Live DJ
Dance Party
Z Night
Rhythms and bass lines turn Thursday into the unofficial start of the weekend, with a skilled DJ, a lively dance floor, and free entry inviting you to unwind without worrying about the tab.Cowfish Dance Club | 9 PM | 62 W Broadway, Eugene
Thursday
Biz Networking
Business After Hours: Baker Tilly + Sweet Cheeks Winery
Conversations flourish as business owners, young professionals, and community leaders mix over wine, swap stories, and build new partnerships in a welcoming after-work setting designed to grow your network without feeling formal or awkward.Sweet Cheeks Winery | 5:30 PM | 27007 Briggs Hill Rd, Eugene
Thursday
Contemp Folk
Belltower + Bootleg Rose
Harmonies from an indie string band and a folk duo turn a weeknight into a cozy concert, with original tunes, storytelling lyrics, and an all-ages crowd invited to settle in for rich acoustic sounds.Art House | 7:30 PM | 492 E 13th Ave, Eugene
Thursday
Alternative Rock
Doom Metal
Heavenly Oceans | Veradas
Psychedelic soundscapes, sludgy riffs, and dreamy textures come together for a loud, late show that invites fans of doom, shoegaze, and alt-rock to sink into the groove.Blairally | 9 PM | 245 Blair Blvd, Eugene
Thursday
Metal
Adamantis + Tower Hill with Hyper Sloth
Riffs collide in a high-energy bill pairing Adamantis and Tower Hill with local support from Hypersloth, blending melodic power metal, classic heavy metal, and homegrown heaviness for a late-night, 21+ blowout.John Henry's | 9 PM | 881 Willamette St, Eugene
Thursday
Blues
Rooster's Blues Jam
Grooves roll all evening as Skip Jones and Byron Case host an all-ages blues jam with rotating players, tasty drinks, and an easygoing vibe ideal for both listeners and performers.Mac's Restaurant | 7 PM | 1626 Willamette St, Eugene
Thursday
Here's a sampling of happy hours around The Emerald City. Tell them Eugene Lowdown sent you!
High Street Brewery Daily 3-6pm • Mon-Thu + Sun 9-11pm • Fri-Sat 9-midnight
$1.50 off draft beer/cider/wine/wells • $2 off cocktails/flights • $8.25 tacos
Marché Restaurant Mon-Fri 3-5pm
$5 olives • $10 fried oysters • $9 cocktails • $6 local brews • $8 red/white wine
ColdFire Brewing Mon-Fri 3-5pm
$2 off select draft beer/cocktails/all wine • $6 ballpark dog • $8 smash burger
Ambrosia Restaurant Tue-Fri 4:30-6pm
$6 Insalata Ambrosia/Caesar • $12 antipasti/arancini • $5 draft beer • $7 margs
The Bier Stein Mon-Thu 2-4pm
$5 select draft beer/cider • $1 off house wine • $3 off crowlers • pub food specials
Agate Alley Bistro 3-5pm + 10pm-close
$5 wells/house wine/microbrew • $14 burger + fries • $9 BLT + fries • $13 fish tacos
Gratitude Brewing Wed-Sat 3-5pm
$1 off draft beer and wine
Offers sometimes change. Please check before you go. Cheers! 😊
 | Springfield in 1868Elijah Iles became Springfield's first postmaster on August 19, 1823. |
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