Willamalane Special Events
Willamalane Presents
Fred Crafts' Radio Redux 2011-2012 Season
Wildish Community Theater • 541-736-4544
Single show: adult $13; senior (62+)/student $10
'The Philadelphia Story'
Feb. 10-11, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12, 2 p.m.
A magazine reporter gets more than just a story while covering a Philadelphia socialite's wedding in one of the greatest screwball
comedies of all time.
'Fred Crafts' Radio Daze'
April 13-14, 7:30 p.m. April 15, 2:30 p.m.
Return to those thrilling days of yesteryear with a light-hearted tribute to the famous stars and popular shows that created the Golden Age
of Radio.
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m.
A Valentine Evening
Wildish Community Theater
$5 per person
Join us at for a special showing of the film "Ghost," starring Demi Moore and Patrick Swayze. Admission includes chocolate, a glass of champagne or sparkling cider and delicious hors d'oeuvres. Come on your own, with friends, or with a special someone for a delightful Valentine's evening.
Saturday, March 3, 9-11 a.m.
Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast
Willamalane Center
$3/person or $10/family
Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with us! Come in your pajamas and watch "The Cat and the Hat" while eating his favorite breakfast: green eggs and ham!
Saturday, March 17
Girls Rule!
Lane Community College
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
For girls 9-14 with a caring adult. The annual parent/daughter event is back. Ophelia's Place, in partnership with Willamalane and other community programs, offers this great opportunity tos laugh, play and learn together. Enjoy fun workshops, including scrapbooking, sewing, dancing, cooking and more. Free lunch and prizes. Register in advance. $5 suggested donation.
Saturday, April 7
MEGGA Hunt
Lively Park
9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m.
$6 per child • Free to those not hunting
This egg hunt goes beyond the ordinary with live entertainment, crafts, the Willamalane Train and more than 20,000 prize eggs! Purchase advance tickets at any Willamalane facility beginning March 1.
HUNT TIMES Be prompt!
Ages 5 and under 10-11:30am Every 5 min.
Grades K-1 10:15am sharp
Grades 2-3 10:45am sharp
Grades 4-5 11:15am sharp
Allow at least a half-hour for parking, shuttle and admission prior to the start of hunts. Parking is limited; additional spaces available at Thurston High School, 333 58th St., where shuttles will run starting at 9 a.m.
Letter from E. Bunny
FREE! In early spring, E. Bunny will mail boys and girls a special letter and story. If you know someone who would like to receive a letter, send a self-addressed, business-sized, stamped envelope to:
E. Bunny
c/o Willamalane Center
250 S. 32nd St., Springfield, OR 97478
Deadline is March 16.
Saturday, April 14
Stone Age Day
11 a.m.-2 p.m., Dorris Ranch
Learn what life was like for Ice Age people 12,000 years ago, when mammoth, bison, camel and giant sloth roamed the Willamette Valley. Sample some bison on a stick and try your hand at making a stone tool. A $3 per person donation will help support educational programs at Dorris Ranch.
Saturdays, April 14, 21 and 28
Family Fishing Days
11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
$5 ID/$6 OD
Ages 3+. This afternoon at the Leaburg Fish Hatchery is tailored toward children and first-time anglers with an emphasis on aquatic education including aquatic habitat, water safety, various fishing techniques and how to clean your catch. Take home two rainbow trout. Oregon fishing license required for ages 14+ (must be obtained prior to the event). Register in advance at 541-736-4544. Trip leaves from Willamalane Center.
Sunday, April 29
Cabela's Indoor Archery Tournament
Willamalane Center
12:30-4:30 p.m.
Free for youths, $10 for adults
Open to shooters of all ages, the tournament offers two different shooting classes and three age groups. The top three winners in each class will be awarded prizes. Yardage will be less than 50. Age classes include cub (under 12), youth (12-17) and adult (18+). Competitors may compete in traditional or compound classes. Traditional class includes bows without cams. Bows and arrows available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Advance registration required; call 541-736-4544.
Island Park Art GalleryExhibits
Adult Activity Center • Free
The Stars and Planets
Outer space through the eyes of Roseanne Murranka and Steve Peeler
Reception Friday, Feb. 10, 5-7 p.m.
Show Feb. 1-March 29, regular center hours
Mexico
Images by Jean Foss and Isabel Lopez-Dutroncy
Reception Friday, April 13, 5-7 p.m.
Show April 4-May 31, regular center hours
Downtown Springfield Second Friday Artwalks
Second Friday of the month • Free
View shows at the Springfield Museum, Emerald Art Center and a variety of merchants and cafés.