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Eugene Raging Grannies keep protest voices loud with political parody songs
EUGENE, Ore. — Colorful hats, familiar tunes and pointed lyrics are helping a group of older women in Eugene keep their political message in the public ear. The Eugene Raging Grannies use song as a form of protest, writing and rehearsing political parodies of popular tunes biweekly at the United Methodist Church. Dressed in sweaters, scarves and sewn hats, the group pairs its “granny” look with pins and protest songs aimed at speaking out on issues they care about.
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'Water for Elephants' brings high-flying acrobatics and romance to Hult Center Friday
EUGENE, Ore. — The best-selling novel “Water for Elephants” is coming to the Hult Center this Friday, bringing its high-flying romance to the stage. The touring production features a wide range of acrobatics woven into the story. Cast member Adam Fullick, an acrobat in the “Water for Elephants” tour, said audiences can expect “lots of different acrobatic elements in the show.”
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How an Oregon college cheerleader became a professional painter
This is part of a weekly series introducing readers to individuals who are passionate about our Mid-Valley community. A concussion helped Mick Brinkman find a path as an artist. When Brinkman entered Western Oregon University as a freshman in 2022, she was studying pre-med and competing in cheerleading. She became an art design major after she was injured in a fall and is a sought-after professional muralist with compositions around Monmouth. Brinkman has always had a love of art, but when she became the first person from her family to enter college, she was going to give it up. “I had this underlying love of art that I’ve carried with me for my entire life, all throughout high school, too,” Brinkman said. “When that big change happened to my brain, I was like, ‘I’m going to do something that I love and not try to push through this injury and get into something that I might potentially hate.’ “Life’s too short.” Brinkman was drawn to cheerleading, other artistic pursuits Growing up in Central Oregon, Brinkman was attracted to artistic pursuits. She participated in any sport her family could afford. She often participated in dance and then got into cheer. “And
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College of Design and School of Music and Dance considered for merger
The University of Oregon is exploring the possibility of merging the College of Design with the School of Music and Dance. The discussion comes amid a university-wide $63.3 million projected budget deficit in the education and general fund, and ongoing decisions surrounding the university’s academic priorities. The proposal for...
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On The Rocks delivers rock-solid harmonies
If you have ever walked past the Erb Memorial Union on Friday and heard music emanating from the amphitheater, then you have most likely been in the presence of On The Rocks. The premiere all-male a cappella group on campus started in 1999 and has been a University of Oregon staple since.
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Florence Marks 56 Years Since Exploding Whale With Film, Music and Waterfront Memorial
A whale disposal attempt that sent blubber flying across a Florence beach in 1970 will bring people together again this November, this time for a weekend of documentary film, live music, marine art and a waterfront memorial marking the incident’s 56th anniversary. The November 14–15 events will include appearances...
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November in Albany: Honoring Traditions and Welcoming the Holidays
November highlights include the 75th Annual Linn County Veterans Day Parade, holiday shopping events throughout the month, and the Community Christmas Tree Lighting. Several events take place in Historic Downtown Albany, while the Linn County Expo Center hosts seasonal markets and exhibitions. Read on for November highlights, and visit our online events calendar for complete event details, including times, locations, and admission information.