Oregon has an extensive health food store heritage with thriving co-ops and natural food stores. Since the 1970s, the Kiva and Sundance Natural Foods have been Eugene's original and primary local food grocers. Specializing in vegan, vegetarian and organic foodstuffs, both are venerable landmarks of…
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Nothing soothes and warms the soul like a bowl of delicious hot soup, particularly on a wet, blustery winter day. Wrap your hands around a cup of soup to go, or order a quart to take home to the family or drop off at your neighbor's house — because everyone needs love these days and soup is…
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Driving out to Florence for a springtime getaway is an Oregon tradition. As the days get longer, it's a chance to take in fresh ocean air, feel the cold sand on your feet and relax with only the sound of the ocean waves to keep you company. While you'll want to be sure to pack plenty of layers to be…
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Learn about the people, places and events that have shaped the experience of Black residents in Eugene. Introduced in 2021, the Strides for Social Justice app is a unique program of local running, walking, cycling and wheelchair routes designed to explore local history, strengthen health and open…
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These top three urban hikes feel remote yet are just minutes from downtown Eugene. Escape to the shady trails for "forest bathing", walk through wide open meadows and emerge at scenic lookouts to soak up breathtaking views. Below are our suggestions for maximizing your hiking experience. Spencer…
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What is hearty enough to satisfy after a day on the beach? Clam chowder! What do you eat at the baseball game? Peanuts and a hot dog! Food really does make an adventure memorable. So when you plan, don't forget to include the food. Here are some of our favorite adventures across the Eugene, Cascades…
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A must have foodie experience on the Oregon Coast is clam chowder. But with so many chowder options, it can be hard to choose where to go. Here is an insider's chowder guide to get you started. LoveJoy's Restaurant & Tea Room LoveJoy's Restaurant & Tea Room in Florence serves gluten-free chowder…
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Stroll the historic stretch of Main Street through downtown Cottage Grove. Start at the Chamber of Commerce's visitor information center and meander all the way to Centennial Covered Bridge, a charming covered footbridge built from the salvaged wood of former historic covered bridges. Along the way…
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Shop a wide selection of local, domestic and international beers at these bottleshops, taphouses and growler fill stations. Taste a range of regional craft beers, enjoy a craft beer flight and make comparisons between breweries or beer styles. Growler fill stations are often a pre-game hub, as…
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Gaze out at millions of twinkling lights of the metropolitan areas. The magic and beauty of nighttime cityscapes have their own romantic appeal, best enjoyed from the heights of rooftops, balconies and hilltops. Here are some of the best spots to enjoy city lights. Eugene - Springfield Metro Right…
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Visit the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center in the Market Alley in downtown Eugene's Market District. Find information on things to do and see in Lane County, purchase park passes…
