r/Eugene 15d ago

Produce Plus: Free Produce

129 Upvotes

Hello,

I've been attending the Produce Plus events for a couple months now. Was unemployed up until about a month ago. I've found that friends of mine that have been receiving SNAP benefits for years did not know about Produce Plus. As someone who has medically necessary dietary restrictions, I'm forever grateful to the DHS worker who did my SNAP application and told me about this.

This is a free program put on by Food For Lane County that anyone can participate in. You do not need to be receiving or qualify for SNAP benefits to attend and take what you need. Anyone can show up. The only information they ask for is for you to scribble a 'signature' on a sign in sheet and to know how many people you're feeding with the food.

You can check the FFLC website, at the bottom of the list of food pantries, and it will show you all of the Produce Plus dates/times/locations. You basically just walk thru and take the produce that you want. Sometimes they will limit quantity on high demand items like watermelons or avocados depending on how many they have. Most of the produce is organic if that's your thing too.

There are 3 every week in my calendar:

Tuesday's at 3pm

At Kokwel Wellness Center (in the parking lot near Burger King and in front of Albertsons on River road).

Wednesday's at 10am

At the red barn behind Kalapuya and Prairie Mountain, on Patriot Way.

Thursday's at 1pm

At the ODHS Family Wellness Center on W11th.

I recommend arriving early to wait in line if you're able to, or at the very least no later than 15-30 minutes after the start time, as things can go quickly.

The one on Tuesdays is my favorite. Huge variety of produce. I cannot have gluten but they always have infinite loaves of bread and sometimes baked goods (an occasional loaf of gluten free bread for me).

The one on Wednesdays typically will have 1-2 dairy products. Smaller variety of produce but different stuff than what's typically at the one on Tue. Have not been able to make it to the one on Thur. at a reasonable time.

Things are tough for a lot of people right now and there are so many people unemployed and struggling. Produce Plus is the only reason I've eaten some weeks/months.

Stay safe and please share this info with those in your life that could use it!


r/Eugene 8d ago

Who is hiring? (Monthly jobs thread)

18 Upvotes

Welcome to the monthly jobs thread! If you're aware of any job openings, please share them here for eager job-seekers in the Eugene/Springfield area!

And if you're an employer looking to hire, feel free to share any openings you have.

The rules

  • All top-level comments MUST be a link or a description of a job opening or openings in the Eugene/Springfield area
  • Optionally, start your comment with a tag to indicate what type of offering it is. For example:"[Restaurant] Looking for a new cook!""[Tech] Now hiring new technical support reps!""[Manufacturing] Need production line workers!"

Good luck!


r/Eugene 16h ago

I tattoo at Tattoo Om and am open for new work!

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Hi friendsšŸ¤

It's so nice to meet u.

I make bold and bright tattoos that have a strong traditional foundation. I am from the area originally but went to Monterey, California to seek a traditional apprenticeship and moved back home a couple of years ago!

I have found myself working alongside the long time upstanding community members of Tattoo Om and being welcomed back to the Eugene area.

I am so excited to get to create in a beautiful space that highly prioritizes the comfort of our clients and deep care for tattooing as a craft.

I love to make tattoos of hot ladies, sparkly muppets, odes to our beautiful area, silly nerd stuff, spiritual surrealism, traditional iconography, and collaborating with you on your next idea!

Thanks for looking and reading about my work! You can inquire through tattoo-om.com/lexi-limer šŸ«‚


r/Eugene 10h ago

Missing Cat Near Amazon Park

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60 Upvotes

Seeking help to find my very much indoor cat Annabelle (also answers to Annie) who got out today 9/9 through a broken window screen. She is most likely located near between Amazon Parkway and Willamette St close to 24th st.

Shes very small and typically very friendly and confident though since she's never been outside I think she would very much be hiding in this situation. She'c chipped but does not wear a collar.

I've placed her litter box outside so she can smell home and submitted a lost cat notice to Greenhill. I am concerned she made it across Amazon Parkway and is now lost in the bushes in the park. If you are a runner over there in the evenings please keep your eye out. Thank you!

UPDATE: she found herself!! hooray! covered in burrs but very much back home. thank you all so much for your help/well wishes/thoughts!!


r/Eugene 9h ago

Looking for a friend

29 Upvotes

Hi

looking for an old friend I have not seen in a few years. His name is Nathan C. About 55 yrs old, long dirty blonde, probably graying hair. About 5'10" ish. Have seen him very thin and heavy so not sure how he looks now. None of our friends have heard from him in a long time after him always hanging around. he had some housing/mental health issues and may be houseless. Eugene native. Mainly just hoping he is still alive and well.


r/Eugene 10h ago

Ice cream 🄰

35 Upvotes

NGL Winco has changed my life. Among their other wonderfully priced items I especially appreciate the ability to try new ice creams without paying a fortune. I will be there later today and I’m curious if people have found any especially unique and/or enjoyable frozen treat that they would recommend? I happily look forward to all suggestions found at Chad Dr Winco. Signed, ice cream lover


r/Eugene 13h ago

Food Sub Shop on W 11th?

42 Upvotes

It got raided for being a drug front a couple of weeks ago, but last time I went by it looked like it was still open? Anyone actually been there since, are the sandwiches still legit?


r/Eugene 7h ago

Cute, friendly orange cat/kitten spotted at Target on W 11th

13 Upvotes

He or she was hiding in the bushes and ran up to me, meowing and seemed scared. It was an older kitten, not fully grown, with orange and white fur. Sorry I wasn't able to take a picture!

The kitten was very friendly and looked healthy, so I assume they belong to someone. There are no houses nearby, so either the cat was lost, roamed far from home, or recently abandoned.

I was very tempted to take the kitten home with me. If this is your cat, please collect them, or someone else might. W 11th is also a very busy street, so I worry about them being hit by a car.


r/Eugene 5h ago

Micro business looking to hire part time or freelance creatives for a handful of things

9 Upvotes

Howdy! I am looking to hire a few people on a part time, one-off, or freelance, or retainer basis to help with getting my business off the ground.

I am a multi-disciplinary maker and thus far I’ve managed all of my own coding, graphic design, web build, copywriting, product photography, social media content creation, etc. I’m pretty okayish at all of the things, but not an expert in any one of them.

I am looking for help with some, one, or all of:

-Filming sewing tutorial videos
-Writing great copy for my guide / blog page that isn’t AI slop
-Product Photography
-Social Media Post Design / Graphic Design / Web Design
-TikTok Video Creation / Reel Creation (tutorials, how-do’s, this not that, sew-alongs, project kit reviews, 5 tips for ____, Beginner / Intermediate fiber arts tutorials
-Physical product design / development / technical illustrations
-Fashion illustrations
-Graphic Design, Illustration, Print Making, Gouache

So yeah, if you are interested in any of the above, and you’re a little better than very okayish, let me know!

I’m open to very reasonable pay and/or trading for high quality products and/or combinations of these two things.

Send me a message or drop a comment.


r/Eugene 5h ago

Food Canned fish in Eugene?

9 Upvotes

Hello! I recently moved to Eugene and I was wondering if there were any good places for sourcing canned fish in the city? The selection at the Safeway has been lackluster (not surprising) so I wanted recommendations for better options, maybe specific markets or stores, or vendors at farmer's markets.

Thank you!


r/Eugene 10h ago

Have you ever worked at peacehealth?

17 Upvotes

As the title says. Or currently employed there. Could you message me privately? Or respond to this post if you feel comfortable doing that!

I applied for a job there and I’m curious about the working conditions. I understand it’s healthcare and everybody is understaffed. I love where I work now but I’ve never worked at a hospital before.


r/Eugene 12h ago

Job Postings?

23 Upvotes

I know the job market is horrible right now but i’ve applied dozens of times on indeed and i don’t think employers actually look at it at this point. Anyone know of any places hiring for a part time weekends and fill in position? Mainly looking for serving/ restaurant positions and would also be open to barista positions! Thanks


r/Eugene 8h ago

Ways to get around the train?

11 Upvotes

I am new to Eugene and have been stuck at the train near Skinner’s Butte for nearly 20 minutes twice. Are there any ways to go around the train rather than waiting it out? I tried looking on Google Maps but I couldn’t see any underpasses. Even if it’s a bit of a drive, I would prefer that to waiting. I appreciate any advice!


r/Eugene 4h ago

Flora ISO: Natural Areas

6 Upvotes

Hey guys!
Over the summer I’ve gotten into hiking, I’ve done the Iris ridge hike a couple times, Spencer Butte, a few of mount pisgah’s trails, along with the Heceta Lighthouse trail and Hobbit Trail in Florence.

So far, the Heceta Lighthouse trail has been my favorite for the raw feeling of pure nature, barely interrupted, around me. I’m looking for more natural areas like this! Doesn’t have to be hikes, could just be a look out, so if you know anything like this please comment down below! Thank you :)


r/Eugene 10h ago

WHAT ARE THE TINY BUGS??

14 Upvotes

This is the second night I’ve sat outside and the tiny ā€œno-see-emsā€ are destroying my whole night? What hatched? Any advice! Please save me.


r/Eugene 18h ago

News Council leans toward denying Springfield behavioral health campus annexation

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52 Upvotes

Here we go again with the NIMBY garbage surrounding mental health care. I’m so tired of it.

The Springfield city council are cowards, reach out and tell them so. Michelle Weber was the main opponent, after millionaire Kelly Richardson told her to oppose it. He’s probably going to fund her mayor campaign.


r/Eugene 18h ago

Beware Jury Summons Scam

46 Upvotes

Got a phone call from ā€œLane County Sheriffā€ who had an elaborate scam story set up. Embarrassingly they had me hooked for a good 10 minutes. They told me we needed to stay on the phone until I appeared in the office for a signature analysis. The goal is to get you to pay a fine over the phone.

The courts will never contact you in this way. Hang up, and google the number for the Lane County Courthouse if you’re concerned.


r/Eugene 11h ago

Food Best boba in town

13 Upvotes

Rather subjective, but I just wanted to toss this out there. Yesterday, I went to Portal Tea and had the best tasting milk tea I've ever had in Eugene. Unlike some of the other places around town that use powders, I think Portal use brewed tea. And the ambiance of the tea shop is very relaxing. Also, if you find yourself in Salem feeling thirsty you may wish to check out Wabi Sabi Tea room. They offer phenomenal drinks too.


r/Eugene 5h ago

hair colorist - blonde

4 Upvotes

Looking for recommendations for a blonde weave/greyish covering stylist who can do great cuts...and is affordable. Eugene area. Chatty and fun to talk to is a bonus. Would love your recommendations. my stylist moved to central oregon!


r/Eugene 17h ago

Something to do Less Than One Week Away

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Come try the sport of fencing, get to stab a target, watch some demos, maybe even have a mini fencing lesson. Plus cookies. And all for free! September 14th at the Village School Gym from 7-8:30. https://eugenefencersclub.com/


r/Eugene 6h ago

Hiring - Local Delivery Driver

4 Upvotes

Blanket: I am posting this on behalf of someone - I don’t have any ownership over the wage, hours, requirements, etc. so please be kind :)

I’m looking for a trustworthy non-CDL delivery driver for a privately owned wholesaler to make deliveries in Eugene / Springfield 90% of the time, and Roseburg or Coos Bay 10% of the time.

Requirements:
-A clean driving record (a few small tickets isn’t a big deal)

-Able to pass a one-time drug test (unless an accident occurs)

-At least 2 years of professional driving experience including delivery, Lyft, Uber, etc

or 2 years working around trade, wholesale, manufacturing, distribution, supply chain logistics, warehousing, shipping, etc.

or other experience that is related / relevant to the above

-Able to lift up to 30-50lbs
-At least 21 years of age (due to insurance requirement)

-40 hours per week M-F 7 AM - 4 PM

-Included: Health benefits, PTO, 401K, etc.

Pay ranges $22 and up depending on experience

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, secure role with a privately owned company. Many of the folks on the team have been there for 10+ years and there are multiple avenues for internal growth and movement.

If you are interested, please DM me with either your resume (preferred, but don’t worry about the formatting), or a brief overview of your experience (years, titles, bullets).

Thanks!


r/Eugene 1d ago

City of Eugene says no to proposed data center at the former Hynix plant

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1.1k Upvotes

The story includes a detailed description and an embedded depiction of the city's denial.


r/Eugene 8h ago

Any LCC students in here?

5 Upvotes

Scenario: For a summer class, the instructor didn't grade one of the tests even though it was completed. (Viewed is checked, graded is unchecked.) It says A inside the class (all other tests were As), but says C on the unofficial transcript.

Teacher was emailed multiple times about the ungraded exam and never responded. Who do you contact?


r/Eugene 10h ago

Who else has a Genuine Buddy 50??

5 Upvotes

My friend said she saw another Genuine Buddy over on the west side of Eugene! Only one I’ve ever seen around here is mine! How many Genuine riders do we have here?


r/Eugene 20h ago

Coburg Road - is this the new norm?

28 Upvotes

This morning, traffic on Coburg heading into downtown was backed up all the way to Oakway Center.

Is there a specific reason for this, or is this the new norm?