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than ideal situations. Travel is a very personal thing and

what works for one person or group, may be less than ideal for another. Check out the following tips to help you save a little time, effort and money for your next trip.

Due DiligenceMake sure you do your due

diligence – take your travel planning to the next level. Leave nothing to chance. Know your ideal dates, if leeway exists to secure a better deal, how many travelers, their ages and if anyone in your group is eligible for any discounts. Be sure to research resorts, hotels, the area, restaurants, etc.

Online, versus telephone bookings, can make a world of difference when it comes to price. If you’re not sure which way will yield you the best deal – try both! Many resorts offer online deals, while some deals are unadvertised and can be secured by asking for them while speaking with a representative.

Never rule out alternatives when it comes to making travel arrangements. Due to the economy,

travelers have found houses, condos, apartments and room rentals to be huge money saving options to hotels and resorts. This is especially true when traveling for special events when communities have been known to raise prices, or for prime resorts and destinations. When looking at house rentals research reputable companies and make

sure you are dealing with the owner or person legally

responsible for booking the rental. Depending on the destination, savings can be 50% or more.

Travel insurance?

Evaluate whether y o u n e e d t r a v e l /

car rental insurance. Insurance can be the

d i f f e r e n c e b e t w e e n

lanning goes a long way towards creating effortless and affordable travel options.

Whenever possible, take your time when scheduling your family, business and couple travel plans; just as you would for a party, event or business meeting. The time spent in the pre-planning stage can result in valuable savings, serious upgrades and more!

Timing is everyThingThere are several “slow” times each

year within the travel industry. This is when savings can be substantial if you’re able to capitalize on booking during these times. While some hotels, airlines, resorts, etc. may require you to travel during these times, they often offer a travel window within in which, your trip must be completed. These “magic” times of year are right before the holidays (October to December, excluding Thanksgiving, of course), and right after New Years (the beginning of January until right before spring break.) While travel increases and some venues may “black out” President’s Day weekend or Valentine’s Day, these blocks of time are notoriously slow performers in the travel industry.

The other times of year when travelers can reap major benefits are more specific to the locale. Look for extremes when it comes to weather – the cold, hot, humid, winter, dark, rainy, etc. seasons will garner the best savings if you’re willing to put up with what many consider less

spending a little as a potential safety net or being left in the cold if plans go awry or an accident results. Travel insurance is often a mere pittance in comparison to extensive travel plans. What happens if poor weather hits at the beginning of a trip, someone unexpectedly becomes ill or get injured, or an accident results with a rental? Any of these things could be a bump in the road or catastrophic to vacation plans. Weigh whether you are comfortable leaving it to chance or research the various types, level of coverage and costs associated with insurance.

Be smarT anD save moneyYou may be able to stack deals for

huge travel savings. Deals exist for veterans, active military, seniors, groups and more. When making reservations ask venues if they are

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offering discounts, if they can be stacked, or which deal will yield the most bang for your traveling buck. Once reservations are booked, check back frequently to see if any better deals are being offered before your travel dates. Most hotels or resorts will allow you to change your reservation or rebook it for the current price, or offer a refund of the difference. With airlines, changes can result in hefty fees, so be sure the savings are worth it in the long run.

Select hotel programs and credit

cards offer discounts, upgrades, free nights and rewards. Many hotel groups allow reward points to be transferred to airlines for excellent values. Study how each chain’s or credit card’s program works and which features will provide you with the most cost savings. Multiple cards and programs can be used for different opportunities. When using credit cards, if cards are paid in full each month, dollars can accumulate quickly if cards are used for everyday purchases like groceries and monthly

payments like cell phone, internet and utilities.

Alleviate any extra baggage fees by packing light. Look for a hotel, resort, villa or rental with laundry facilities. Not only will you be able to pack lighter than normal,

but you’ll be able to return home with clean clothes! Some

are coin-operated, offer facility-handled laundry service or come with your unit for your convenience.

Investigate more affordable options if your destination or proximity to a specific location is not set in stone. Incredible deals can be found if you’re willing to change your hotel to one

off the beaten path, or go to a less popular island,

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with deluxe

accommodations. It depends on where

you’d like to spend your money. If you’re traveling

and simply using your hotel room as a place to sleep, then saving money on your room for fun family excursions may be smart. However, if your room is where you plan to relax, lounge and socialize, you may prefer to spend more on your lodgings for comfort’s sake.

sTrike a DealNegotiation is the key to successful

travel deals at any time of year. Once you’ve researched the destination, locale and your personal preferences, you’re armed and ready to tell your travel agent, resort representative or reservations clerk exactly what you’re looking for. Depending on the size of your family, Expedia has a service where you can list your wants and needs and hotels and resorts will bid for your business, freeing up your

time for the more “fun” aspects.Go right to the source. While many

killer deals can be found through travel sites like Expedia, TripAdvisor and more, many resorts and hotels will price match, or even best these websites. This is especially true when it is getting close to travel dates and they have a number of available rooms.

Shuttles, taxis, parking, car rentals or on-site transportation can wreak havoc with travel budgets. Be sure to determine how you can and will get around when making plans. Daily hotel parking fees, weekly car rental rates, or bus fares can be pricey. Having to adhere to a bus or shuttle schedule can also impact sightseeing or family activities. If handicap accessibility is required, make any arrangements in advance to ensure travelers can take advantage of everything a destination has to offer.

Time To TravelVerify your travel arrangements a

few days before you take to the road, sky or rails. Review hotel, plane, and daily itineraries to make sure your plans are correct, you’ve not been bumped, or your reservations have been lost. Be sure to print and/or email yourself and a friend a copy of the directions, reservations, etc. as a precaution. Printed information can be damaged and electronic devices can be lost. Make sure your “copy” is not checked in with your baggage.

With a little pre-planning, travel deals can be found at any time of year. When flexibility and advance notice can be worked into the equation, the world can indeed… be your oyster. Happy Trails and Super Savings!

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were repelled. To prevent another alien catastrophe, world leaders formed the International Fleet to recruit and train adolescent boys and girls for military service. edu-cational boot camp replaced aca-demia and Fleet commanders now monitor the physical, intellectual, and psychological development of young people. ender, a shrewd and resourceful boy who excels at tactics, is chosen for Battle School where he’s challenged by his mentor, Colonel graff, to be-come a charismatic leader. In a series of virtual military exercises, ender and his team of misfits must prove they are the best squadron to lead a counter attack on the Formics home planet. During his

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caught up in serious military games, the results can be troubling. ender’s game, based on the novel by Or-son Scott Card, wins with a young adult science fiction story, dazzling computer-generated effects, and a celebrity cast including Harrison Ford, Ben Kingsley, asa Butterfield, and Hailee Steinfeld. Unfortunately, writer/director gavin Hood loses the heart and soul of the film when he gives up believable characters for action and glitz.

ender’s game begins fifty years after an alien invasion of the earth by insect-like creatures called For-mics. Spectacular heroics narrowly saved mankind and the invaders

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training, ender begins to doubt the methods and goals of the Fleet commanders because he’s discov-ered a telepathic connection to the Formics. ender’s personal conflict lies between winning at all costs and preserving his humanity.

although ender’s game tells a unique science fiction story that

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the Formics. Robotic performances, confusing plot motivation, and tire-some military clichés prevent the film from becoming a meaningful parable. ender’s game is likely too intense for younger viewers who would be bothered by the scenes of bullying and aggressive competition.

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The allure of Saving mr. Banks develops in the comedic relationships between the conservative Pamela and the free-wheeling personalities she encounters in los angles. Pamela’s prickly friendship with her limo driver, played by Paul giamatti, is a study in British-american miscom-munication with hilarious results. at mary Poppins’s premiere, Pamela is brought to tears when a lifetime of anxiety and longing is finally healed. Be forewarned: you’ll want to watch mary Poppins again to revisit the music and the magic.

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Take Chocolate to Heart...The Sweet Truth

As little girls, my three sisters and I looked forward to receiving a

chocolate treat from our sweetheart (otherwise known as “dad”) on Valentine’s Day. I can remember rushing to the kitchen counter each morning to find my very own chocolate confection! Whether it was in the shape of a heart or a teddy bear, we would savor each bite of this holiday treat. While Dad most certainly captured our hearts by playing cupid, his Valentines gift may have also helped the health of our hearts, too.

While chocolate is far from a “health food,” it does appear to have some health benefits. Chocolate is made from cocoa beans which come from the cocoa tree Theobroma cacao. As a result, chocolate contains many of the same healthy compounds that other plant foods provide. For example, chocolate supplies important minerals such as copper, iron, zinc, and magnesium. More significantly, cocoa beans are a source of a specific type of antioxidant called polyphenols… and polyphenols are known to help protect your ticker from cardiovascular disease. Believe it or not, the polyphenols found in chocolate are the same type of heart-healthy antioxidants that are found in tea and red wine!

Before you tear into that chocolate candy, you should know that not all chocolate is created equal. While polyphenols are naturally found in the cocoa plant, it is the process by which the cocoa is handled that determines the amount of polyphenols in the finished product. Dark chocolates and cocoa powders, for instance, have been found to

contain the highest level of antioxidant activity because these products go through minimal processing. Just recently, the chocolate maker of Mars® candy pro ducts has created a special handling process (called Cocoapro™) to help preserve the natural goodness of the cocoa bean. You can look for the Cocoapro™ symbol on chocolate candies such as M&Ms, Snickers and Milky Way to help you select sweet treats that may contain more healthful antioxidants. For more details on the Cocoapro™ process or the latest research on chocolate and health, just log onto www.cocoapro.com.

So does this mean you don’t have to share that box of chocolates with your sweetheart? Probably not. Most chocolate goodies are also high in both calories and fat, so chocolate treats are still something to be enjoyed in moderation. Here are some sensible ways for you and your little ones to satiate your chocolate craving:

• Dip fresh fruit in chocolate-flavored syrup

• Sprinkle chocolate chips on frozen yogurt or fruit

• Have a low-fat fudgesicle for dessert

• Enjoy a low-fat cup of hot cocoa or chocolate milk

• Add cocoa powder to oatmeal or baked goods

• For a snack, nibble on chocolate graham crackers or chocolate rice cakes

• Mix chocolate syrup, which is fat-free, in skim milk or frozen yogurt shakes

• To keep yourself on track, freeze small pieces of chocolate or fun-sized chocolate bars… only take out one or two each day to savor.

The bottom line: An occasional chocolate treat is okay as long as you fit it into a high-fiber, low-fat eating and exercise plan. As always, planning is the key to having your chocolate- and enjoying a healthful eating plan, too. If you can’t live without your Valentines chocolate, skip other high fat foods or choose

lower fat versions of milk, cheese, or salad dressings. Learning to balance high and low-fat foods allows you to have the foods that are close to your heart, while keeping it healthy.

This year, start a healthy holiday “kitchen tradition”

with your family. Enjoy these cocoa recipes from my family’s recipe box.

homemaDe cocoa• 1 cup cocoa

• 1 cup coffee creamer• 2 cups sugar

• 1 ½ tsp salt• 5 ½ cups powdered milk

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Store

in an airtight container. To make cocoa, mix ¼ cup of the mix with 1 cup of hot water.

chocolaTe ice cream ToPPing• 1 cup cocoa• 1 ¼ cup sugar• dash of salt• 1 cup water• 2 tsp vanilla

Mix the cocoa, sugar and salt and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil 3 minutes, then add vanilla. Serve immediately. Recipe makes 2 cups.

Cheryl L. Dolven, RD is a Registered Dietitian for Albertsons Northwest Division. Cheryl works throughout the states of Washington and Oregon to share a healthy eating message. Contact Cheryl at [email protected].

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Hair: The Musical. “Let The Sunshine In” this winter at Actors Cabaret with the celebrated, timely and legendary musical Hair! Be sure to dress the part, polish those love beads and be at the “Be-In”. Actors Cabaret, 8pm, $16-32.95, Ph 683-4368

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Dog Tale Time at the Downtown Library. Have fun and build skills in short one-on-one sessions reading to trained dogs. Dogs and handlers come courtesy of PAAWS. Downtown Library, 2-3:30, FREE! Ph 682-8316

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International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella 2014 West Quarterfinal. This pitch perfect event will present many of the best collegiate groups from the western regions. Hult Center, 7pm, $25, Ph 682-5000

Stories and craft with Pattibuff. Springfield Library, 1pm, all ages, Ph 726-3766, FREE!

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Royalty and Superhero Stories. Come in hero, prince, or princess costume, then stay for Valentine Making Workshop. Springfield Library, 4-5:30pm, all ages, FREE! Ph 726-3766

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Eugene Generals Hockey. Come some of the best jr level hockey players take the ice as the Generals host Belling-ham. Lane Events Center, 7:35pm, $6-10, Ph 541-359-4154

Kids Yoga. Springfield Library meeting room, 1-1:30, ages 6-11, FREE! Ph 726-3766

Ken Peplowski - Bix & Hoagy. An evening of straight-ahead, standards-based jazz of the usual unusually high order. The Shedd, 7:30, $24-36, Ph 434-7000

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Camelot. The tragic yet uplifting tale of King Arthur, Guinevere, Lancelot, and the Knights of the Round Table. Begins Friday, December 6th atThe Shedd.

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Rock legend and Grammy Award winner Boz Scaggs stops at the Hult

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Tales from the Floating World. The all-original production will feature the haunting and powerful music of Portland Taiko, as well as award-winning koto player Mitsuki Dazai. Hult Center, 7:30pm, $23-48, Ph 682-5000

First Friday Art Walk. A monthly art walk hosted and led by special community guests. Enjoy wandering the local galleries and venues and viewing a variety of art. Check website for tour starting location each month. 5:30pm, FREE!

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Eugene Generals Hockey. Come some of the best jr level hockey players take the ice as the Generals host Belling-ham. Lane Events Center, 7:35pm, $6-10, Ph 541-359-4154

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KLCC Microbrew Festival. See the 7th

Emerald Valley Opry, featuring: Craig and Terry Band, Puddletown Ramblers, The Hanson Family, Bob Hall, and Barefoot Lero. Powers Auditorium Willamette High School, doors open 5pm, concert 6:00-9:30pm, $3-$7, under 7 free, Ph 688-0937



Boz Scaggs. Rock legend and Grammy Award winner Boz Scaggs stops at the Hult Center on his tour to celebrate his newly-minted album “Memphis”. 7:30pm, $47-69, Ph 682-5000

Emerald City Roller Girls’ Derby. Live, bone-crushing roller derby! This is a family-friendly all-ages event full of excitement and fun. Lane Events Center, 5-10pm, cost varies, Ph 682-4292

Explore Oregon! Sneak Peek Weekend. Celebrate Charles Darwin’s birthday with a preview of the upcoming natural history exhibit, Explore Oregon! FREE admission, hands-on science activities for visitors of all ages and cake! Museum of Natural History, 11am-5pm, FREE! Ph 346-3024

Grease Sing-A-Long. We will provide lyrics and you provide the look! Wear your best 50’s outfit, slick back your hair, pull out that leather jacket and get out the poodle skirts! Upstart Crow Studios, 7-11pm, $10, Ph 688-8260

Tales from the Floating World. See the 7th

Heart of the Village Celebration. Enjoy food, marimbas, cake walks, crafts and more! The Village School, 11am-2pm, $3, Ph 345-7285

9 SundayEmerald Valley Indoor BMX. Come out and ride against others in your class. $10/bike. Free to spectate. Lane Events Center Livestock Arena. 3-4pm, Ph 541-484-6379

Explore Oregon! Sneak Peek Weekend. See the 8th

2014 Eugene Record Show and Exhibition. An army of dealers with zillions of used and new records, 45s, CDs, tapes and other musical rarities spanning all genres, eras and tastes. Hilton Eugene, 10am-5pm, $3-15

33rd Annual Truffle Shuffle. The Truffle Shuffle is an annual event and fundraiser for Committed Partners for Youth. Join hundreds of runners and walkers for a fun afternoon of outdoor recreation for all-ages.

Tales from the Floating World. 2:30pm, See the 7th

Family Fun: Paleolithic Painting. Learn about ancient cave paintings and create your own art inspired by them. Eugene Library Downtown, 2:30pm, FREE!

13 thurSdayEmerald City Jazz Kings: Give Me A Song - The Magic of Jule Styne. Accompanied by Shirley Andress and Jesse Cloninger pay homage to the great Jule Styne who is known for an endless catologue of ballads and show-stoppers. The Shedd, 7:30pm, $18-30, Ph 434-7000

14 FridayEugene Generals Hockey. Come some of the best jr level hockey players take the ice as the Generals host Belling-ham. Lane Events Center, 7:35pm, $6-10, Ph 541-359-4154

Little Wonders: Stories and Activities for Pre-K. Join us for stories and hands-on fun including crafts, songs, games, and museum exploration. As well as a reading of Salmon

Stream by Carol Reed-Jones. Museum of Natural and Cul-tural History, ages 3-5, 10:30am, FREE! Ph 541-346-3024

Radio Redux - Radio Daze III. An affair to remember blooms and a vampire stalks his chosen lady; a salute to classic, unforgettable radio shows. Wildish Theatre, 7:30pm, $13-18, Ph 868-0689

Valentine’s Day at Territorial Vineyards with Steel Wool. Come out and party with that special someone, your friends, or meet somebody new and celebrate Valentine’s Day. With melodies to keep the party lively and “music to love by”. Territorial Vineyards & Wine Company, 7pm, FREE, Ph (541) 684-9463

One Sweetheart of a Deal. Celebrate Oregon’s 155th birth-day and Valentine’s Day with two-for-one admission to the MNCH – and enjoy great specials at Past and Presents, the Museum Store! Museum of Natural History, 11am-4pm, Ph 346-3024

15 SaturdayFamily Music Time: Samuel Becerra. Join guest presenter Samuel Becerra for the lively music of South America. Downtown Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE!

Emerald Valley Indoor BMX. Come out and ride against others in your class. $10/bike. Free for spectators. Lane Events Center Livestock Arena. 3-4pm, Ph 541-484-6379

Radio Redux - Radio Daze III. See the 14th

2014 Michael DeRobertis Memorial Couples Classic 5K. Join us for a great run followed by awards, prizes, food and festivities. The overall male and female individual winners and overall wheelchair participants will receive awards. River Road Park & Recreation District, 9:30am, $15-30, Ph 484-9883


Asian Celebration. Since 1985, Asian culture and heritage are celebrated at this event with traditional music and dancing, foods, crafts and merchandise vendors. Lane Events Center, check website for times and cost.

Scheherazade and Bolero Ballets by the Eugene Ballet Company. Scheherazade enraptures the senses and consumes the soul. It is a visual feast of exotic scenery and costumes. OrchestraNEXT provides sizzling live ac-companiment. Hult Center, 7:30pm, $18-53, Ph 682-5000

Valentines Tea. Looking for a special treat for your sweet-heart? This year’s Valentines Teas will delight and warm your heart. Shelton McMurphey Johnson House, 1pm, cost varies, Ph 484-0808

16 SundayPicc-A-Dilly Flea Market. The area’s largest flea market with 300 tables of vintage, collectibles, wares and ser-vices. Live music while you shop. Since 1970. Lane Events Center, $1.50, 8am-4pm, Ph 683-5589.

Valentines Tea. See the 15th

Family Fun: Creative Movement. Jump into a whole-body exploration of creative movement with Margo Van Um-mersen. Eugene Library Downtown, 2:30pm, FREE!

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Noted for his uncanny ability for observational humor, Jerry Seinfeld performs his signature stand-up routine Thursday, February 6th at the Hult Center.


Eugene Recreation spring break camps are engaging, entertaining and fun!

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Radio Redux - Radio Daze III. See the 14th

Imagine Peace - A Multi-Choir Concert. Multi-Choir Concert featuring an assortment of music with In Accord Community Choir, Eugene Peace Choir, Portland Peace Choir and the Rogue Valley Peace Choir. Songs for peace, social justice, the environment and joy! New Hope Church, 2:30pm, $donation, Ph 345-1829

Asian Celebration. See the 15th

Imani Winds - Chamber Music at Beall. Playing culturally poignant programming, and inspirational outreach pro-grams, this group has successfully bridged the classical repertoire with European, American, African and Latin American traditions. Beall Concert Hall, 3-5pm, $17-39, Ph 345-6648

17 MondayEarth Art - Nearby Nature No School Day Adventure. Check out the amazing colors and textures found in na-ture as you hike through Alton Baker Park. Collect items for a fun group project as well as individual earth art creations made after the trek. Alton Baker Park, 8:30am-

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18 tueSdayJammie storytime. Come in your jammies for an evening of stories. All ages welcome, Springfield Library, 7pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!

19 WedneSdayBrian Blade Fellowship. The Fellowship is Brian Blade (drums), Jon Cowherd (piano), Melvin Butler (tenor and soprano sax), Myron Walden (alto sax and bass clarinet), and Christopher Thomas (bass). The John G. Shedd Insti-tute, 7:30pm, $28-36, Ph 434-7000

20 thurSdayKeb ‘Mo’. Singer-Songwriter and guitarist Keb’ Mo’s music has been described as “a living link to the seminal Delta blues that traveled up the Mississippi River and across the expanse of America.” The John G. Shedd Institute, 7:30pm, $45-59, Ph 434-7000

21 FridayEugene Generals Hockey. Come some of the best jr level hockey players take the ice as the Generals host Tri Cities. Lane Events Center, 7:35pm, $6-10, Ph 541-359-4154

Jamie Laval Scottish / Celtic Concert. 2002 US National Fiddle Champion for an evening concert that will create a beautiful atmosphere of the Scottish Highlands. Peace Presbyterian Church, 7:30, $12-20. See www.brownpaper-tickets.com and search Jamie Laval

Cecile McLorin Salvant. Winner of the top prize in the 2010 Thelonious Monk International Vocal Jazz Competition, her unique interpretation of jazz classics, and blues stan-dards have won her a multitude of fans around the world. The Shedd, 7:30pm, $25-29, Ph 434-7000

Rose Children’s Theatre Presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This classic tale of humor and mischievous enchantment from Shakespeare. Wildish Theatre, 7:30pm, cost varies, Ph 868-0689

The Original Harlem Globetrotters. This family show features amazing ball handling, a variety of trick shots, high-flying dunks, expert showmanship and comedy! Mat-thew Knight Arena, 7pm, $24 - $84, Ph 346-4481

Lego Club. Come and have fun with Legos and Dupelos. Springfield Library, 2-4pm, ages 2-18, Ph 726-3766

Evergreen Tattoo Invitational and Exposition. This expo is brought to you by Joshua Carlton and Riley Smith. The best artists from around the world will be in Springfield for this epic event. Willamalane Sports Center, noon-10pm, $10-25 (under 10 free), Ph 743-3357

22 SaturdayFamily Music Time: Join Anahid Bertrand, who is fluent in musical fun -- and six languages! Downtown Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE!

Rose Children’s Theatre Presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream. 2pm & 7:30pm, see the 21st

Dan Tepfer. In support of his new solo album Goldberg Variations/Variations, the jazz pianist approaches Bach’s masterpiece as an inspiring font for creativity. The Shedd, 7:30pm, $24-32, Ph 434-7000

Work Dance Company - Animal Instinct. guests from Kings Krew, Dance Factory, Dance Northwest, UO Dance Team, UO Jam Squad, Flex Studios, and more present this animal inspired original work. “Dark of night, light of day; these are the times we come out to play”. Hult Center, 7:30pm, $20, Ph 682-5000

Eugene Generals Hockey. Come some of the best jr level hockey players take the ice as the Generals host Tri Cities. Lane Events Center, 7:35pm, $6-10, Ph 541-359-4154

Emerald City Roller Girls’ Derby. Live, bone-crushing roller derby! This is a family-friendly all-ages event full of excitement and fun. Lane Events Center, 5-10pm, cost varies, Ph 682-4292

Family Fun Day. All exhibits are free and open to the pub-lic. Educational activities such as paper-making, wildlife exhibits, build your own bird-feeder. Bring the family! Lane Events Center, 9am-2pm, FREE! Ph 682-4292

Evergreen Tattoo Invitational and Exposition. 10am-10pm, See the 21st

23 SundayEvergreen Tattoo Invitational and Exposition. 10am-8pm, See the 21st

Family Fun: Game Time. enjoy time together playing board games with Chris Wuebbles. Eugene Library Down-town, 2:30pm, FREE!

Rose Children’s Theatre Presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream. 2pm & 7:30pm, see the 21st

25 tueSdayGrace Kelly. A virtuosic musician and songwriter who has “intelligence, wit, and feeling” in her music according to jazz great Wynton Marsalis, saxophonist Grace Kelly. The Shedd, 7:30pm, $22-28, Ph 434-7000

26 WedneSdayBlack History Month Play: By & For Kids. In honor of Black History Month, the Library hosts an audience-participa-tion play for children performed by the students of The Drinking Gourd School. Downtown Library, 10:15 & 11:00am, FREE! Ph 541-682-8316

27 thurSdayMike Marshall & Chris Thile. They are two of the most important mandolin players in America and their musical horizons are limitless! The Shedd, 7:30pm, $24-32, Ph 434-7000

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Ballet Fantastique presents “Tales from the Floating World,”

an all-original production featuring the haunting and powerful music of Portland Taiko, as well as award-winning koto player Mitsuki Dazai.

Friday, February 7th at the Hult Center

Eugene Ballet Company presents Scheherazade, a visual feast of exotic scenery and costumes. Starts Saturday, February 15th at the Hult Center.


An empty soup can¼ cup baking sodaA large measuring cupEruption mixture: 1 cup of water,

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Outside, make a mound of dirt as high as the soup can. Then place the soup can on top and form dirt around the can until it is shaped like a volcanic cone. Make sure the can is completely hidden by the dirt, with only the opening visible. Next, pour the baking soda into the can. Measure out all the parts of the eruption mixture into one large measuring cup. To start the eruption, add the completed eruption mixture into the soup can and watch lava pour from your erupting volcano!

Check out the brand new volcano and geology displays in the Museum of Natural and Cultural History’s Explore Oregon! exhibit, opening for a free family preview on the weekend of February 8 and 9. The museum is located at 1680 E. 15th Avenue, on the UO campus. Museum hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit natural-history.uoregon.edu to learn more.

The UO Museum of Natural Cultural History is open Tuesday through Sunday, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. To find out more about our exhibits, events and special programs, call (541) 346-3024 or visit http://natural-history.uoregon.edu/.

Crater Lake is an Oregon treasure. The deepest freshwater lake

in the United States, it is cradled at the heart of Mount Mazama in the southern Cascade Range. At about 6,000 feet above sea level, its sapphire-blue water is surrounded by dramatic cliffs rising up to 2,000 feet above the lake’s surface. As anyone who’s travelled there can tell you, Crater Lake is a scenic wonder.

But all this serene beauty has a very explosive past.

Do you ever wonder how Crater Lake was formed? Maybe it was created by a meteorite crashing into the Earth, leaving a big hole in the ground that later filled with water. Or perhaps glaciers carved out that big opening over millions of years. While these are good guesses, the ‘crater’ in Crater Lake is actually the result of a volcanic eruption – the most powerful eruption that the Cascade Range has seen in a million years.

8,000 years ago, there was no Crater Lake. In its place, Mount Mazama rose to about 12,000 feet above sea level. Around 7,700 years ago, Mazama violently erupted. Traditional Modoc and Klamath stories tell of an angry Spirit Chief who caused the eruption, sending molten avalanches down the sides of the mountain and into the surrounding valleys. Geologists tell us that the eruption also blew volcanic ash miles up into the sky. The eruption forced out so much volcanic material that Mazama’s magma chamber nearly emptied and its summit caved in, leaving behind a massive, smoking crater – called a “caldera” – that would eventually collect enough rain and snowmelt to form a lake.

Mount Mazama was a composite volcano, formed by layers and layers of lava that flowed out periodically over millions of years. These layers eventually stacked up to make a large,

roughly cone-shaped mountain. While the summit disappeared thousands of years ago, many of the lava-flow layers can still be seen in the cliffs that make up Crater Lake’s rim.

The eruption of Mount Mazama was forty times more powerful than the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington. Volcanic ash burst from Mazama with such force that it landed as far away as central Canada. In more recent times, scientists have depended on Mazama ash to tell them about the timing of other events in Pacific Northwest history. For example, when archaeologists uncovered woven bark sandals in Oregon’s Fort Rock Cave, they could tell that the sandals were older than the eruption, since they were buried beneath a layer of Mount Mazama ash.

The eruption that formed Crater Lake’s crater was not an isolated event. Volcanic activity has been a feature of the Oregon landscape for millions of years, and it has continued to shape the Crater Lake area since the big eruption 7,700 years ago. Since that eruption, volcanic activity has occurred within the caldera itself, producing a cinder cone called Wizard Island, which is visible from the shore and accessible by boat. Most of the volcanic forms in the caldera, however, are under water and hidden from view.

Explore Crater Lake National Park and see for yourself. Everywhere you look, you’ll see evidence of volcanic activity and clues about the amazing events that have shaped – and continue to shape – Oregon’s landscape.

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The sharp reek of nail polish emanated from Wendy’s room

and I looked in to find my 11-year-old sitting on her new carpet painting a design on a jewelry box with purple sparkle nail polish. She looked up and smiled.

I wanted to say: “Don’t do that on the carpet! And get some ventilation in here before you get brain damage!” But what could toxic fumes do to her mind that isn’t already being done by massive overdoses of television and computer games? Wendy is one of those kids whose every leisure moment is powered by electricity. When she’s not looking at a video screen, she’s jabbering on the phone or listening to her iPod – sometimes doing all three at once. (I never said she’s lazy.) So I smiled at her messy interaction with Real Stuff and went downstairs to interact with the mountain of laundry that was frightening the mice in the cellar.

A few minutes later she joined me down there to ask, “Dad, do we have any paint? Mom says I can paint my bookcase.”

“You can paint something, but not that bookcase. It’s a valuable antique. It was made out of old packing cases a

up woodworking and it only took us a couple of weeks to lose most of his tools.

Maybe it’s just as well that Dad didn’t make any more step-stools. The one he did make has a design flaw that causes it to flip over if you step anywhere on it except in the exact center. Every time it throws me, I think, “That’s what I get for losing Dad’s tools.” My wife calls the stool Grandpa’s Revenge.

I left Wendy stirring the paint with a chopstick and went back to washing and folding clothes. An hour later, Wendy called out, “Dad! What’s with this paint?” Her hands were forest green to the wrist, the kitchen sink was splotched with paint, as were all the dishes and utensils that the family had used in the past five hours.

“It’s oil paint,” I said, “and water won’t wash it off. C’mon outside and we’ll use gasoline on it.” So she got a little science lesson about what is soluble in what.

The step-stool gleamed on the green-spotted newspaper and I praised the painter. “Wendy, Grandpa’s Revenge hasn’t looked this good since the day it claimed its first victim more than 40 years ago.” Pleased with her achievement and smelling faintly of gasoline, she went off to Skype her friends about her low-tech adventure.

I collected the paint-smeared dishes and flatware and took them outside for gasoline-cleaning. I should’ve made Wendy do it, but I didn’t want to discourage her from someday making another visit to the realm of stuff that doesn’t run on electricity.

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aircraft carrier. Dad made the ship to amuse my brother and

me when we were 8 and 6. It consisted of three

rectangular boards of different sizes. Sawing may have been involved. It probably was. In those days, Dad had a saw and wasn’t afraid to use it. He nailed the boards together and he let us paint it Navy gray. Then Dad got white paint and put a big “62” on it because that was our house number. I was amazed that my father had made a Navy ship and was delighted when he assured me that, if given the opportunity, it would actually float. In my mind that made it a REAL boat.

Apparently I wasn’t the only one intrigued by the ship. The paint was barely dry when it was stolen right out of our back yard by two 10-year-old pirates, Georgie Wood and one of the Harrison boys. (I’m using their real names; let the whole world know of their villainy.) To disguise their prize, these criminal geniuses repainted the ship white. I don’t remember if we ever got it back. But I do know that the ship was the last thing Dad ever made because it inspired us to take

hundred y e a r s a g o b y hoboes,” I said.

“Rea l ly? ” asked Wendy.

“Well, that’s what the guy said when he sold it to me. He said it’s an example of Hobo Art and I like to believe it,” I said. “Mom doesn’t have a proper appreciation for hoboes. Hey, why don’t you paint the little wooden step-stool that’s in the pantry?”

She liked the idea, and I pulled some old pint cans of oil paint off a shelf. Wendy selected forest green and found a brush. Not wanting her to get discouraged by the details, I spread newspapers on the kitchen floor while she went up and changed out of clothes she’d stolen from her sisters. I gave her one of my old shirts for a smock. (It’s fraying, but I’d keep wearing it to the office unless somebody stops me by splattering it with paint.)

The step-stool in question is the last surviving relic of my dad’s short-lived woodworking spree. Original Ted Epstein pieces are rarer than Hobo Art. He only made three items: the step-stool, a window box and a 4-foot-long

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