Eugene natives Andrew and Holly Muckerman introduce us to PLAY - Eugene's newest family fun center is located downtown at 232 W 5th Avenue.
Family run and family focused, Father and Son Roofing offer residential and commercial roofing services for all roof types as well as skylighting and gutters. Roofing together for more than 15 years, the father and son duo of Jose and Luis now have a team of experienced roofers they consider as family.
Owner Bevin Helm shares her love of outdoor adventures, sports, and the Eugene community and introduces us to Eugene Gear Traders, a consignment outdoor store located in downtown Eugene.
Artistic and Executive Director Diane Retallack introduces us to the Eugene Concert Choir. The Choir has been a vibrant part of Eugene's arts and culture for almost 50 years.
Shannon Hitson of Esse Lux Candle Company makes soy-based candles with love, using Safe Scents made from essential oils and free of harmful chemicals.
The Pedaler is a sports bar in downtown Springfield, dedicated to sports not often featured at other sports bars - Surfing, Boarding, Biking, Skating. Owner Gregory Melitsoff shares a bit of his story and some of the favorite drinks and eats at the bar.
Hike Oregon founder Franziska Weinheimer turned her passion into a job and shares with us how being outdoors in nature has helped her in her personal life. Visit her website and learn more about what Hike Oregon has to offer you.
High Country Expeditions guide Charlie Flume takes us for an awesome daytrip on the McKenzie River and shares his thoughts on the area and why he loves living and working here.
Darren Bollinger of local sausage house, Bangers & Brews, talks about community and running a family business in Eugene.
Common Bond Yoga is Springfield's only yoga studio. Located at 326 Main Street, Common Bond has a goal of creating a new yoga experience, diverting focus away from the ego and giving every student the chance to grow
The Little French School is a private, non-profit school in Eugene, providing a unique experience for children with immersion in the French language.
Elegant Elephant is a 100% gluten-free bakery, inspired by owner Jessie Scarola's passion for a healthy lifestyle.
Maxwell Davis, owner and operator of Lox, Stock & Bagels shares what he loves about Eugene and the joys of operating the only place in town where you will find boiled bagels - the way they're supposed to be made.
Heidi Larwick introduces us to Connected Lane County, a mission-driven organization striving to improve outcomes for underserved youth in Lane County, breaking down barriers, building bridges, and creating strategic partnerships to connect youth with education and employment pathways to transform their future.
John Hurd of 9Wood tells about the business and it's history in the area and what he loves about our local climate and geography, as well as the community and how 9Wood fits into it.
Nelson Lopez and T.J. Mooney of Nelson's in the Whit and Nelson's Taqueria talk margaritas, tacos, smiles and Mexican food. The restaurant, bar, and food truck are right at home in the heart of Eugene's Whiteaker neighborhood at the corner of 4th and Blair.
Tanner Broady of Oregon Detail shares his love of cars and Oregon sports and outdoors. Oregon Detail specializes in restoring that new feeling to you car by making it look its best.
We visit with Dave Wegenheim of Vegimoto, an all vegan food cart operating in South Eugene. He loves Eugene for its food consciousness and outdoors.
We visit PhaseClay Pottery, the home studio of clay artist Faye Cates, where Faye shows off some of her works and shares about her love of Eugene. You can find Faye and many other artists at Lane County Fairgrounds October 14-16 for Clay Fest.
Aunia Kahn, founder of Rise Visible, talks about giving back to the community through partnerships and charity. Rise Visible provides digital marketing, branding, and website services.
Two Bikes. A Ton of Fun! Pacific Pub Cycle offers a fun and creative way to get out on the town and enjoy some time with friends while burning a few calories.
Head Coach John Galas introduces us to Eugene's semi-pro soccer club, Lane United FC, just in time for the 2022 season which opens May 21.
Isaiah Watson and Paper Plate BBQ are serving up delicious, authentic barcecue full of flavor and love from a little truck in the courtyard of ColdFire Brewing.
The area's oldest e-bike shop, Eugene Electric Bicycles is committed to being the best electric bike shop in the Northwest and wants you to experience the exhiliration of riding electric.
Oregon Community Programs is a private nonprofit agency that has provided research-based treatment and prevention services and programs to children, youth, and families since 1983. We visit with Ana Day on campus as she talks about OCP's place in the community.
Chef and food truck owner KC James Brooks invites us into his workshop where he crafts beautiful works of art in the form of japanese-inspired damascus steel kitchen knives.
Found objects and scrap metal bits are repurposed in remarkable fashion at the hands of sculptor Jud Turner at The Oblivion Factory.
Emily Rivas, owner of Thurston Flowers, talks about making Oregon home and shows us around the flower and gift shop.
Root, Rise, and Shine. Jess Dion takes us into the studio and talks about community, the self, and thoughts on the studio slogan."
Three dimensional fabric artist Niko Mantele turned a passion into the nation's #1 supplier for box-trussed stage covers. Born in Eugene, Niko talks about settling here after travelling and exploring and why.
Justin King shows us the gardens and vineyards of the winery and talks about what makes King Estate stand out and what he loves about Eugene and the greater area.
"All you need is food and creative love." Kirsten Anderson quotes a favorite song and talks about trees, water, food, plants, and being at home in Lane County.
Ravi Brounstein and James Korth talk about electric cars and green energy and how their technology businesses fits into the community.
Try something new. Get on the water, under the sky, without walls, and do some yoga. Jess talks about feeling at home in Eugene and connecting with nature and self on a paddleboard.
A brand new menu, full service bar and 28 beers on tap. Gary and Kacey Miller talk about the renewed spirit of one of Eugene's long-time watering holes.
Grassroots Landscape Company is focused on the needs of the client, with projects designed and built to provide lasting value.
Full service neighborhood bistro Agate Alley has been in the Fairmont neighborhood for more than 13 years. Dug Beaird talks about brunch and the quirky atmosphere and how it fits in Eugene. Just down the street is sister restaurant Hey Neighbor! Pizza.
One of Eugene's oldest natural foods stores, Friendly Street Market continues to be a valuable resource for the neighborhood and greater community. Owner Erin Gilfillan talks about opening a new market in Springfield and the struggles of operating a business during the pandemic.
Home. Love. Safe. Beyond the Studio Walls. Angela Dunham and Lindsey Shields talk about the impact of their dance education business in the community and the difficulties of maintaining the studio in the early days of the pandemic.