Winter 2010

Willamette Valley Getaway Guide
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THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO
From the world famous overture to the
heart-stopping tenderness of the finale,
this opera is Mozart at his absolute best.
The Saturday show is “Figaro for the
Family.” Eugene; eugeneopera.com
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ARTIST: SUSAN WEATHERS
Beautiful and colorful transparent
watercolors depicting still life’s,
scenes, land and seascapes from
an award-winning artist and art
instructor. Florence; florenceartists.com
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DOWN TO EARTH
Stunning photographs of our ever-changing
planet, taken by University of Oregon
Department of Geological Sciences graduate
students and faculty members. Eugene;
natural-history.uoregon.edu
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LIVE GLASSBLOWING
Experience the exciting world of hot glass
in motion, in addition to a multitude
of contemporary art works. Eugene;
visitstudiowest.com
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VERY VICTORIAN
HOLIDAYS EXHIBIT
Eugene’s Victorian House Museum
is festively decorated with traditional,
creative and handmade items, and a tree
in every room. Eugene; smjhouse.org
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martin luther king jr.
A celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.
that includes keynote speaker, Damali
Ayo, known for her art, wit and bestselling
book How to Rent a Negro; and
the Civil Rights Community Choir . At
Silvia Hall, Eugene; hultcenter.org
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life of the mind
Augustine’s Confessions: A brilliant
young Roman philosopher recounts his
dissolute early life, his search for truth
and gradual conversion to Christianity,
meditating on themes like memory, time,
and the soul. The first autobiography, a
founding document of the Middle Ages,
still fascinating and profound, it’s on
every list of Great Books.
Ponzi Wine Bar
Located in downtown Dundee, the Ponzi Wine Bar
offers an opportunity to taste wines from more than
140 top Oregon vintners. Flights are available, as well
as wine by the glass, bottle or case. The wine bar also
offers microbrews on draught, Italian coffee, appetizers,
and information on wine and touring.
503.554.1500 ponziwinebar.com
Campbell House, Eugene
Built in 1892, the historic Campbell House is as
elegant as it is classic. Eat at the formal dining room
or walk to nearby restaurants and events at the
Hult Center.
541.343.2258 campbellhouse.com
Lange Estate Winery and Vineyards, Dundee
This gorgeous winery delivers beautifully balanced
wines from fruit grown on the Lange Winery Estate,
located in the heart of the prestigious Dundee Hillls.
With panoramic views of the Cascade Mountain
Range and two valleys, a visit to Lange Estate Winery
is an experience not to be missed.
503.538.6476 langewinery.com
Anne Amie Vineyards, carlton
Pinot reigns supreme at Anne Amie Vineyards with Pinot
noir, Pinot gris and Pinot blanc forming the heart of our
production. A vineyard and winery tour is offered at 11 a.m.
daily with reservation (Wednesday through Sunday). The
tour is followed by a private tasting of select wines which
include reserve tasting and an Oregon Pinot noir glass.
503.864.2991 anneamie.com
Beppe & Gianni's Trattoria, Eugene
Voted Eugene’s best Italian restaurant for the past
eight years, family-owned Beppe & Gianni’s dishes
up delicious pasta made fresh every day. Offering an
extended Italian wine list and a friendly atmosphere,
this eatery is committed to using only the best local
ingredients in their alimentary creations.
541.683.6661 beppeandgiannis.net
>> Dining Guide for Willamette Valley
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